Challenger Limited Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

For Challenger Limited (CGF), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 3.45% and a payout ratio of 99.48%. Together, these metrics help you judge how much earnings are returned as dividends and whether the payout looks supported. Review the FY summary and payout history tables below to see the trend over time.

Dividend Performance Chart

Dividend Summary (FY)

21 years
Metric (FY)202520242023202220212020201920182017201620152014201320122011201020092008200720062005
Dividends per share (FY)$0.29$0.27$0.24$0.24$0.20$0.17$0.35$0.35$0.34$0.33$0.29$0.28$0.20$0.17$0.17$0.15$0.12$0.12$0.12$0.08$0.05
Dividend yield (FY) %3.45%3.16%2.79%2.89%1.76%7.79%5.07%2.57%2.16%3.27%3.63%2.94%4.92%6.16%4.08%5.04%7.21%7.58%2.14%2.55%0.00%
Payout ratio (FY) %99.48%115.01%42.61%52.70%10.81%-52.02%70.11%63.75%45.67%54.29%51.44%40.52%29.29%69.63%36.61%32.07%-99.45%-190.05%26.98%32.32%0.00%

Dividend Payout History

40 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-09-18August 26, 252025-08-27$0.15
2025-03-18February 25, 252025-02-26$0.14
2024-09-18August 26, 242024-08-27$0.14
2024-03-19February 20, 242024-02-21$0.13
2023-09-20August 28, 232023-08-29$0.12
2023-03-21February 21, 232023-02-22$0.12
2022-09-21August 29, 222022-08-30$0.12
2022-03-22February 24, 222022-02-25$0.12
2021-09-22August 30, 212021-08-31$0.10
2021-03-23February 23, 212021-02-24$0.10
2020-03-24February 25, 202020-02-26$0.17
2019-09-25August 30, 192019-09-02$0.18
2019-03-26February 26, 192019-02-27$0.17
2018-09-26August 31, 182018-09-03$0.18
2018-03-27February 27, 182018-02-28$0.17
2017-09-27September 01, 172017-09-04$0.17
2017-03-28February 28, 172017-03-01$0.17
2016-09-28September 01, 162016-09-02$0.17
N/AFebruary 28, 16N/A$0.16
2015-09-30August 31, 152015-09-02$0.15
2015-03-31March 01, 152015-03-04$0.14
2014-09-30August 29, 142014-09-02$0.16
2014-03-28February 24, 142014-03-03$0.12
2013-09-27September 02, 132013-09-06$0.10
2013-03-28March 05, 132013-03-13$0.10
2012-09-28September 03, 122012-09-07$0.10
2012-03-30March 04, 122012-03-09$0.07
2011-09-29September 01, 112011-09-07$0.10
2011-03-31March 03, 112011-03-10$0.07
2010-10-15September 17, 102010-09-23$0.09
2010-04-16March 17, 102010-03-24$0.06
2009-10-16September 17, 092009-09-23$0.07
2009-04-17March 18, 092009-03-25$0.05
2008-10-17September 18, 082008-09-24$0.07
2008-04-18March 17, 082008-03-26$0.05
2007-10-19September 20, 072007-09-26$0.07
2007-04-20March 21, 072007-03-28$0.05
2006-10-20September 21, 062006-09-27$0.05
2006-04-21March 01, 062006-03-08$0.03
2005-10-21September 28, 052005-10-05$0.05

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Challenger Limited's current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Challenger Limited returns to shareholders relative to its stock price, while the payout ratio indicates how much of its earnings are distributed. Monitoring these metrics helps investors evaluate whether the dividend is sustainable and supported by earnings or cash flow.

How has Challenger Limited's dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Challenger Limited, investors can identify trends in growth or cuts. Consistent or rising dividends over time often signal financial stability, while decreasing dividends may indicate potential risks or shifts in business strategy. Use the FY summary and payout history tables to track changes across multiple years.

Is Challenger Limited a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Challenger Limited's dividend yield with similar companies in the same sector helps gauge relative attractiveness. A higher yield can be appealing for income-focused investors, but it's important to assess sustainability alongside profitability and balance-sheet strength. Use the related peers section to benchmark dividend yield and payout characteristics.

Can Challenger Limited maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Challenger Limited's liquidity, cash flow, and debt levels provides insight into whether it can sustain dividend payments during economic volatility. Stocks with strong financial health are more likely to maintain consistent dividends even when markets fluctuate. Pair dividend metrics with the FY payout ratio and the multi-year history tables for context.

Should I consider Challenger Limited dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Challenger Limited dividends in a long-term portfolio to generate passive income. Assessing dividend yield, payout ratio, growth history, and financial stability helps determine whether the company fits an income-focused or total-return investment strategy. Review the dividend summary and payout history tables to validate consistency over time.