Microsoft (MSFT) | Dividend History & Payments | 2003 - 2025
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TL;DR: Microsoft Dividend Yield, Payout Ratio & Key Metrics
Microsoft has paid $4.07 per share over the last 12 months, representing a current dividend yield of 0.86%. The company's 3-year average dividend yield stands at 0.21%. Over the past 3 years, the company has distributed a total of $9.66 per share in dividends.
Last Ex-Dividend Date
Aug 21, 2025
12-Month Dividend
$4.07
12-Month Div. Yield
0.86%
3-Year Total Dividend
$9.66
3-Year Avg Dividend
$3.22
3-Year Avg Yield
0.21%
Last 5Y Dividend
$13.76
All Time Dividend
$24.99
Date Range
Feb 2003 - Aug 2025
Microsoft Yearly Dividend History Chart
Microsoft Dividend History From 2003 - 2025
Yearly Dividend Summary
| Year | Payments | Total Amount | Avg Amount | Avg Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | $2.49 | $0.83 | 0.56% |
| 2024 | 4 | $3.08 | $0.77 | 0.74% |
| 2023 | 4 | $2.79 | $0.70 | 0.88% |
| 2022 | 4 | $2.54 | $0.64 | 0.95% |
| 2021 | 4 | $2.30 | $0.58 | 0.81% |
| 2020 | 4 | $2.09 | $0.52 | 1.06% |
| 2019 | 4 | $1.89 | $0.47 | 1.44% |
| 2018 | 4 | $1.72 | $0.43 | 1.70% |
| 2017 | 4 | $1.59 | $0.40 | 2.21% |
| 2016 | 4 | $1.47 | $0.37 | 2.67% |
| 2015 | 4 | $1.29 | $0.32 | 2.74% |
| 2014 | 4 | $1.15 | $0.29 | 2.69% |
| 2013 | 2 | $0.51 | $0.26 | 1.47% |
| 2003 | 1 | $0.08 | $0.08 | 0.32% |
Detailed Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Yield | Stock Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2025 | $0.83 | 0.17% | $478.04 |
| May 15, 2025 | $0.83 | 0.18% | $454.27 |
| Feb 20, 2025 | $0.83 | 0.20% | $408.21 |
| Nov 21, 2024 | $0.83 | 0.20% | $417.00 |
| Aug 15, 2024 | $0.75 | 0.18% | $418.47 |
| May 15, 2024 | $0.75 | 0.18% | $420.21 |
| Feb 14, 2024 | $0.75 | 0.19% | $404.06 |
| Nov 15, 2023 | $0.75 | 0.20% | $369.85 |
| Aug 16, 2023 | $0.68 | 0.21% | $316.48 |
| May 17, 2023 | $0.68 | 0.21% | $318.34 |
| Feb 15, 2023 | $0.68 | 0.26% | $258.06 |
| Nov 16, 2022 | $0.68 | 0.28% | $241.22 |
| Aug 17, 2022 | $0.62 | 0.22% | $286.15 |
| May 18, 2022 | $0.62 | 0.25% | $252.56 |
| Feb 16, 2022 | $0.62 | 0.22% | $287.93 |
| Nov 17, 2021 | $0.62 | 0.18% | $343.11 |
| Aug 18, 2021 | $0.56 | 0.18% | $304.36 |
| May 19, 2021 | $0.56 | 0.23% | $245.17 |
| Feb 17, 2021 | $0.56 | 0.23% | $240.97 |
| Nov 18, 2020 | $0.56 | 0.27% | $210.39 |
| Aug 19, 2020 | $0.51 | 0.24% | $213.02 |
| May 20, 2020 | $0.51 | 0.28% | $183.51 |
| Feb 19, 2020 | $0.51 | 0.29% | $178.59 |
| Nov 20, 2019 | $0.51 | 0.34% | $149.59 |
| Aug 14, 2019 | $0.46 | 0.34% | $136.13 |
| May 15, 2019 | $0.46 | 0.36% | $128.07 |
| Feb 20, 2019 | $0.46 | 0.41% | $110.97 |
| Nov 14, 2018 | $0.46 | 0.42% | $108.29 |
| Aug 15, 2018 | $0.42 | 0.39% | $107.58 |
| May 16, 2018 | $0.42 | 0.44% | $96.36 |
| Feb 14, 2018 | $0.42 | 0.46% | $92.00 |
| Nov 15, 2017 | $0.42 | 0.51% | $82.40 |
| Aug 15, 2017 | $0.39 | 0.54% | $72.49 |
| May 16, 2017 | $0.39 | 0.58% | $67.69 |
| Feb 14, 2017 | $0.39 | 0.60% | $64.62 |
| Nov 15, 2016 | $0.39 | 0.65% | $60.35 |
| Aug 16, 2016 | $0.36 | 0.62% | $57.62 |
| May 17, 2016 | $0.36 | 0.71% | $50.62 |
| Feb 16, 2016 | $0.36 | 0.69% | $51.82 |
| Nov 17, 2015 | $0.36 | 0.66% | $54.19 |
| Aug 18, 2015 | $0.31 | 0.72% | $43.07 |
| May 19, 2015 | $0.31 | 0.66% | $46.90 |
| Feb 17, 2015 | $0.31 | 0.71% | $43.86 |
| Nov 18, 2014 | $0.31 | 0.65% | $47.98 |
| Aug 19, 2014 | $0.28 | 0.62% | $45.15 |
| May 13, 2014 | $0.28 | 0.70% | $39.83 |
| Feb 18, 2014 | $0.28 | 0.74% | $37.98 |
| Nov 19, 2013 | $0.28 | 0.75% | $37.57 |
| Aug 13, 2013 | $0.23 | 0.72% | $31.80 |
| Feb 19, 2003 | $0.08 | 0.32% | $24.63 |
Microsoft Dividend Comparison With Its Peer Companies
| Company | Annual Amount | Current Yield | 3Y Avg Yield | 3Y Avg Amount | EX DIV. DATE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Microsoft
MSFT | $4.07 | 0.86% | 0.21% | $3.22 | Aug 21, 2025 |
Oracle
ORCL | $1.70 | 0.81% | 0.36% | $1.55 | Apr 10, 2025 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
- For how long has Microsoft been paying dividends and how much has it paid in total?
- Microsoft has been paying dividends for 22 years, from 2003 to 2025. Over this period, the company has distributed a total of $24.99 per share in dividends to its shareholders, demonstrating consistent commitment to returning value to investors.
- When was Microsoft's last dividend payment and how much was paid per share?
- Microsoft's most recent dividend payment was $0.83 per share, with an ex-dividend date of August 21, 2025. Investors who owned the stock before this date were entitled to receive this dividend payment.
- What was Microsoft's highest annual dividend payment year and what amount was paid?
- Microsoft's highest annual dividend was paid in 2024, when the company distributed $3.08 per share across 4 payments throughout the year. This represented the peak of the company's dividend generosity and reflects strong financial performance during that period.
- How do Microsoft's dividend payments in 2023 compare to 2024?
- Comparing Microsoft's dividend payments, the company paid $2.79 per share in 2023 versus $3.08 per share in 2024, representing an increase of $0.29. This year-over-year comparison helps investors understand the trajectory of the company's dividend policy.
- How much would a $10,000.00 investment in Microsoft have generated in dividends over the past 10 years?
- Over the past 10 years, Microsoft has paid a total of $22.32 per share in dividends. Based on current stock price estimates, a $10,000.00 investment would have generated approximately $442.63 in dividend income during this period, demonstrating the value of dividend investing for long-term investors.
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