Western Digital (WDC) | Dividend History & Payments | 2013 - 2025
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TL;DR: Western Digital Dividend Yield, Payout Ratio & Key Metrics
Western Digital has paid $0.20 per share over the last 12 months, representing a current dividend yield of 0.26%. The company's 3-year average dividend yield stands at 0.15%. Over the past 3 years, the company has distributed a total of $0.20 per share in dividends.
Last Ex-Dividend Date
Sep 4, 2025
12-Month Dividend
$0.20
12-Month Div. Yield
0.26%
3-Year Total Dividend
$0.20
3-Year Avg Dividend
$0.07
3-Year Avg Yield
0.15%
Last 5Y Dividend
$0.20
All Time Dividend
$9.73
Date Range
Sep 2013 - Sep 2025
Western Digital Yearly Dividend History Chart
Western Digital Dividend History From 2013 - 2025
Yearly Dividend Summary
| Year | Payments | Total Amount | Avg Amount | Avg Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | $0.20 | $0.10 | 0.30% |
| 2020 | 2 | $0.76 | $0.38 | 1.96% |
| 2019 | 3 | $1.14 | $0.38 | 2.93% |
| 2018 | 4 | $1.52 | $0.38 | 3.04% |
| 2017 | 4 | $1.52 | $0.38 | 2.39% |
| 2016 | 4 | $1.52 | $0.38 | 3.66% |
| 2015 | 4 | $1.52 | $0.38 | 2.57% |
| 2014 | 4 | $1.13 | $0.28 | 1.54% |
| 2013 | 2 | $0.42 | $0.21 | 0.76% |
Detailed Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Yield | Stock Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 4, 2025 | $0.10 | 0.13% | $76.55 |
| Jun 4, 2025 | $0.10 | 0.18% | $55.45 |
| Apr 2, 2020 | $0.38 | 1.31% | $28.88 |
| Jan 2, 2020 | $0.38 | 0.77% | $48.84 |
| Oct 3, 2019 | $0.38 | 0.85% | $44.27 |
| Jun 27, 2019 | $0.38 | 1.05% | $35.94 |
| Mar 28, 2019 | $0.38 | 1.04% | $36.33 |
| Dec 27, 2018 | $0.38 | 1.36% | $27.77 |
| Sep 27, 2018 | $0.38 | 0.85% | $44.25 |
| Jun 28, 2018 | $0.38 | 0.65% | $58.51 |
| Mar 28, 2018 | $0.38 | 0.54% | $69.74 |
| Dec 28, 2017 | $0.38 | 0.63% | $60.11 |
| Sep 28, 2017 | $0.38 | 0.58% | $65.31 |
| Jun 28, 2017 | $0.38 | 0.56% | $66.97 |
| Mar 29, 2017 | $0.38 | 0.61% | $62.38 |
| Dec 28, 2016 | $0.38 | 0.74% | $51.36 |
| Sep 28, 2016 | $0.38 | 0.86% | $44.20 |
| Jun 29, 2016 | $0.38 | 1.08% | $35.12 |
| Mar 30, 2016 | $0.38 | 1.07% | $35.22 |
| Dec 29, 2015 | $0.38 | 0.83% | $45.39 |
| Sep 30, 2015 | $0.38 | 0.63% | $60.05 |
| Jun 30, 2015 | $0.38 | 0.62% | $61.13 |
| Mar 31, 2015 | $0.38 | 0.54% | $70.29 |
| Dec 30, 2014 | $0.30 | 0.36% | $83.47 |
| Oct 1, 2014 | $0.30 | 0.42% | $72.11 |
| Jun 25, 2014 | $0.30 | 0.43% | $70.22 |
| Mar 26, 2014 | $0.23 | 0.34% | $67.58 |
| Dec 24, 2013 | $0.23 | 0.36% | $62.60 |
| Sep 26, 2013 | $0.19 | 0.39% | $47.86 |
Western Digital Dividend Comparison With Its Peer Companies
| Company | Annual Amount | Current Yield | 3Y Avg Yield | 3Y Avg Amount | EX DIV. DATE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Dell Technologies
DELL | $1.88 | 1.61% | 0.59% | $1.60 | Apr 22, 2025 |
HP
HPQ | $0.86 | 3.56% | 0.90% | $1.00 | Mar 12, 2025 |
| $3.58 | 2.28% | 0.88% | $3.06 | Sep 30, 2025 | |
Western Digital
WDC | $0.20 | 0.26% | 0.15% | $0.07 | Sep 4, 2025 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
- For how long has Western Digital been paying dividends and how much has it paid in total?
- Western Digital has been paying dividends for 12 years, from 2013 to 2025. Over this period, the company has distributed a total of $9.73 per share in dividends to its shareholders, demonstrating consistent commitment to returning value to investors.
- When was Western Digital's last dividend payment and how much was paid per share?
- Western Digital's most recent dividend payment was $0.10 per share, with an ex-dividend date of September 4, 2025. Investors who owned the stock before this date were entitled to receive this dividend payment.
- What was Western Digital's highest annual dividend payment year and what amount was paid?
- Western Digital's highest annual dividend was paid in 2018, when the company distributed $1.52 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 Western Digital's dividend payments in 2023 compare to 2024?
- Insufficient dividend data available to compare Western Digital's payments between 2023 and 2024.
- How much would a $10,000.00 investment in Western Digital have generated in dividends over the past 10 years?
- Over the past 10 years, Western Digital has paid a total of $7.42 per share in dividends. Based on current stock price estimates, a $10,000.00 investment would have generated approximately $989.73 in dividend income during this period, demonstrating the value of dividend investing for long-term investors.
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