Western Union (WU) | Dividend History & Payments | 2006 - 2025
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TL;DR: Western Union Dividend Yield, Payout Ratio & Key Metrics
Western Union has paid $0.46 per share over the last 12 months, representing a current dividend yield of 5.44%. The company's 3-year average dividend yield stands at 1.93%. Over the past 3 years, the company has distributed a total of $2.30 per share in dividends.
Last Ex-Dividend Date
Mar 17, 2025
12-Month Dividend
$0.46
12-Month Div. Yield
5.44%
3-Year Total Dividend
$2.30
3-Year Avg Dividend
$0.77
3-Year Avg Yield
1.93%
Last 5Y Dividend
$4.14
All Time Dividend
$10.17
Date Range
Dec 2006 - Mar 2025
Western Union Yearly Dividend History Chart
Western Union Dividend History From 2006 - 2025
Yearly Dividend Summary
| Year | Payments | Total Amount | Avg Amount | Avg Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 1 | $0.23 | $0.23 | 2.16% |
| 2024 | 3 | $0.69 | $0.23 | 5.51% |
| 2023 | 4 | $0.92 | $0.23 | 7.87% |
| 2022 | 4 | $0.92 | $0.23 | 5.96% |
| 2021 | 4 | $0.92 | $0.23 | 4.29% |
| 2020 | 4 | $0.92 | $0.23 | 4.36% |
| 2019 | 4 | $0.80 | $0.20 | 3.62% |
| 2018 | 4 | $0.76 | $0.19 | 3.98% |
| 2017 | 4 | $0.68 | $0.17 | 3.51% |
| 2016 | 4 | $0.64 | $0.16 | 3.21% |
| 2015 | 4 | $0.60 | $0.15 | 3.12% |
| 2014 | 4 | $0.48 | $0.12 | 2.87% |
| 2013 | 4 | $0.48 | $0.12 | 2.86% |
| 2012 | 4 | $0.42 | $0.10 | 2.54% |
| 2011 | 4 | $0.31 | $0.08 | 1.68% |
| 2010 | 4 | $0.25 | $0.06 | 1.45% |
| 2009 | 1 | $0.06 | $0.06 | 0.31% |
| 2008 | 1 | $0.04 | $0.04 | 0.29% |
| 2007 | 1 | $0.04 | $0.04 | 0.17% |
| 2006 | 1 | $0.01 | $0.01 | 0.04% |
Detailed Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Yield | Stock Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 17, 2025 | $0.23 | 2.21% | $10.64 |
| Sep 16, 2024 | $0.23 | 2.00% | $11.74 |
| Jun 14, 2024 | $0.23 | 1.90% | $12.34 |
| Mar 14, 2024 | $0.23 | 1.74% | $13.48 |
| Dec 19, 2023 | $0.23 | 1.98% | $11.84 |
| Sep 14, 2023 | $0.23 | 1.86% | $12.63 |
| Jun 15, 2023 | $0.23 | 2.03% | $11.55 |
| Mar 16, 2023 | $0.23 | 2.18% | $10.76 |
| Dec 16, 2022 | $0.23 | 1.70% | $13.83 |
| Sep 15, 2022 | $0.23 | 1.66% | $14.15 |
| Jun 15, 2022 | $0.23 | 1.49% | $15.75 |
| Mar 16, 2022 | $0.23 | 1.31% | $18.00 |
| Dec 16, 2021 | $0.23 | 1.35% | $17.38 |
| Sep 15, 2021 | $0.23 | 1.13% | $20.80 |
| Jun 15, 2021 | $0.23 | 1.01% | $23.25 |
| Mar 16, 2021 | $0.23 | 0.96% | $24.45 |
| Dec 18, 2020 | $0.23 | 1.03% | $21.86 |
| Sep 15, 2020 | $0.23 | 0.99% | $22.65 |
| Jun 15, 2020 | $0.23 | 1.04% | $21.61 |
| Mar 16, 2020 | $0.23 | 1.22% | $18.37 |
| Dec 16, 2019 | $0.20 | 0.73% | $27.43 |
| Sep 13, 2019 | $0.20 | 0.89% | $22.51 |
| Jun 13, 2019 | $0.20 | 1.00% | $20.09 |
| Mar 14, 2019 | $0.20 | 1.09% | $18.35 |
| Dec 14, 2018 | $0.19 | 1.13% | $16.83 |
| Sep 13, 2018 | $0.19 | 1.01% | $18.73 |
| Jun 14, 2018 | $0.19 | 0.92% | $20.69 |
| Mar 15, 2018 | $0.19 | 0.95% | $20.04 |
| Dec 15, 2017 | $0.17 | 0.92% | $19.08 |
| Sep 14, 2017 | $0.17 | 0.93% | $18.91 |
| Jun 14, 2017 | $0.17 | 0.92% | $19.08 |
| Mar 15, 2017 | $0.17 | 0.86% | $20.40 |
| Dec 15, 2016 | $0.16 | 0.75% | $21.25 |
| Sep 14, 2016 | $0.16 | 0.79% | $20.33 |
| Jun 14, 2016 | $0.16 | 0.84% | $19.02 |
| Mar 15, 2016 | $0.16 | 0.84% | $19.13 |
| Dec 15, 2015 | $0.15 | 0.87% | $17.80 |
| Sep 14, 2015 | $0.15 | 0.83% | $18.58 |
| Jun 12, 2015 | $0.15 | 0.73% | $21.30 |
| Mar 13, 2015 | $0.15 | 0.81% | $19.20 |
| Dec 12, 2014 | $0.12 | 0.69% | $18.00 |
| Sep 11, 2014 | $0.12 | 0.74% | $16.78 |
| Jun 12, 2014 | $0.12 | 0.78% | $16.09 |
| Mar 13, 2014 | $0.12 | 0.78% | $15.93 |
| Dec 13, 2013 | $0.12 | 0.73% | $17.01 |
| Sep 12, 2013 | $0.12 | 0.68% | $18.41 |
| Jun 12, 2013 | $0.12 | 0.73% | $17.02 |
| Mar 13, 2013 | $0.12 | 0.85% | $14.67 |
| Dec 13, 2012 | $0.12 | 0.95% | $13.11 |
| Sep 20, 2012 | $0.10 | 0.54% | $18.67 |
| Jun 13, 2012 | $0.10 | 0.62% | $16.24 |
| Mar 14, 2012 | $0.10 | 0.55% | $18.05 |
| Dec 15, 2011 | $0.08 | 0.45% | $17.78 |
| Sep 22, 2011 | $0.08 | 0.53% | $15.10 |
| Jun 15, 2011 | $0.08 | 0.41% | $19.73 |
| Mar 16, 2011 | $0.07 | 0.33% | $21.09 |
| Dec 16, 2010 | $0.07 | 0.38% | $18.28 |
| Sep 30, 2010 | $0.06 | 0.34% | $17.68 |
| Jun 16, 2010 | $0.06 | 0.37% | $16.20 |
| Mar 17, 2010 | $0.06 | 0.36% | $16.66 |
| Dec 17, 2009 | $0.06 | 0.31% | $19.13 |
| Dec 18, 2008 | $0.04 | 0.29% | $13.83 |
| Dec 12, 2007 | $0.04 | 0.17% | $23.66 |
| Dec 13, 2006 | $0.01 | 0.04% | $22.99 |
Western Union Dividend Comparison With Its Peer Companies
| Company | Annual Amount | Current Yield | 3Y Avg Yield | 3Y Avg Amount | EX DIV. DATE |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Mastercard
MA | $2.84 | 0.53% | 0.15% | $2.09 | Apr 9, 2025 |
OneMain Holdings
OMF | $3.12 | 5.82% | 2.25% | $3.69 | Feb 12, 2025 |
SLM
SLM | $0.63 | 1.92% | 0.58% | $0.50 | Sep 4, 2025 |
Visa
V | $1.70 | 0.50% | 0.19% | $1.81 | Feb 11, 2025 |
| $0.46 | 5.44% | 1.93% | $0.77 | Mar 17, 2025 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
- For how long has Western Union been paying dividends and how much has it paid in total?
- Western Union has been paying dividends for 19 years, from 2006 to 2025. Over this period, the company has distributed a total of $10.17 per share in dividends to its shareholders, demonstrating consistent commitment to returning value to investors.
- When was Western Union's last dividend payment and how much was paid per share?
- Western Union's most recent dividend payment was $0.23 per share, with an ex-dividend date of March 17, 2025. Investors who owned the stock before this date were entitled to receive this dividend payment.
- What was Western Union's highest annual dividend payment year and what amount was paid?
- Western Union's highest annual dividend was paid in 2023, when the company distributed $0.92 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 Union's dividend payments in 2023 compare to 2024?
- Comparing Western Union's dividend payments, the company paid $0.92 per share in 2023 versus $0.69 per share in 2024, representing a decrease of $0.23. 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 Western Union have generated in dividends over the past 10 years?
- Over the past 10 years, Western Union has paid a total of $7.78 per share in dividends. Based on current stock price estimates, a $10,000.00 investment would have generated approximately $8,963.13 in dividend income during this period, demonstrating the value of dividend investing for long-term investors.
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