Computershare Limited Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

For Computershare Limited (CPU), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 1.39% and a payout ratio of 47.85%. 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)

32 years
Metric (FY)20252024202320222021202020192018201720162015201420132012201120102009200820072006200520042003200220012000199919981997199619951994
Dividends per share (FY)$0.93$0.82$0.70$0.54$0.46$0.52$0.50$0.40$0.38$0.34$0.34$0.31$0.30$0.28$0.28$0.31$0.26$0.23$0.17$0.13$0.11$0.08$0.04$0.02N/AN/A$0.04$0.10$0.10$0.16$0.16$0.06
Dividend yield (FY) %1.39%1.89%2.27%1.84%3.21%4.61%3.39%2.61%2.88%4.45%2.54%2.22%2.75%3.74%3.11%2.13%1.86%1.90%1.14%1.58%1.40%2.24%2.40%0.45%0.08%0.07%0.13%N/AN/A0.13%0.14%0.04%
Payout ratio (FY) %47.85%77.60%32.34%60.10%119.84%95.93%53.48%87.74%84.34%104.81%109.76%62.27%96.08%93.71%60.61%38.54%34.44%35.27%30.06%55.45%56.01%45.77%202.18%11.65%13.96%11.71%31.03%0.00%0.00%0.00%0.00%16.01%

Dividend Payout History

63 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-09-15August 19, 252025-08-20$0.48
2025-03-19February 18, 252025-02-19$0.45
2024-09-16August 20, 242024-08-21$0.42
2024-03-20February 20, 242024-02-21$0.40
2023-09-18August 22, 232023-08-23$0.40
2023-03-21February 21, 232023-02-22$0.30
2022-09-12August 16, 222022-08-17$0.30
2022-03-17February 15, 222022-02-16$0.24
2021-09-13August 17, 212021-08-18$0.23
2021-03-18February 16, 212021-02-17$0.23
2020-09-14August 18, 202020-08-19$0.26
2020-03-19February 18, 202020-02-19$0.26
2019-09-16August 20, 192019-08-21$0.26
2019-03-15February 19, 192019-02-20$0.24
2018-09-17August 21, 182018-08-22$0.21
2018-03-16February 20, 182018-02-21$0.19
2017-09-18August 22, 172017-08-23$0.19
2017-03-22February 24, 172017-02-27$0.19
2016-09-13August 16, 162016-08-17$0.18
2016-03-16February 17, 162016-02-22$0.16
2015-09-15August 18, 152015-08-20$0.18
2015-03-18February 18, 152015-02-23$0.16
2014-09-16August 19, 142014-08-21$0.16
2014-03-18February 17, 142014-02-24$0.15
2013-09-17August 20, 132013-08-26$0.15
2013-03-19February 18, 132013-02-25$0.15
2012-09-11August 14, 122012-08-20$0.14
2012-03-23February 26, 122012-03-02$0.14
2011-09-13August 16, 112011-08-22$0.14
2011-03-15February 14, 112011-02-21$0.14
2010-09-14August 17, 102010-08-23$0.14
2010-03-16February 15, 102010-02-22$0.17
2009-09-23August 18, 092009-08-24$0.13
2009-03-25February 16, 092009-02-23$0.13
2008-09-19September 01, 082008-09-05$0.12
2008-03-25February 25, 082008-03-03$0.11
2007-09-21August 31, 072007-09-06$0.09
2007-03-23February 26, 072007-03-05$0.08
2006-09-22September 04, 062006-09-08$0.07
2006-03-24February 27, 062006-03-06$0.06
2005-09-23September 05, 052005-09-09$0.06
2005-04-01March 01, 052005-03-08$0.05
2004-09-24August 31, 042004-09-06$0.05
2004-03-26March 04, 042004-03-12$0.03
2003-09-26September 08, 032003-09-12$0.02
2003-03-28March 06, 032003-03-14$0.02
2002-09-26September 06, 022002-09-12$0.02
2002-03-20March 05, 022002-03-13$0.00
2001-09-28September 06, 012001-09-12$0.00
2001-03-28March 05, 012001-03-14$0.00
2000-09-29September 11, 002000-09-18$0.00
2000-03-28March 14, 002000-03-21$0.00
1999-09-28September 08, 991999-09-14$0.02
1999-03-26March 14, 991999-03-19$0.02
1998-10-22October 02, 981998-10-09$0.02
1998-03-26March 15, 981998-03-20$0.08
1997-10-16September 29, 971997-10-03$0.02
1997-03-27March 06, 971997-03-14$0.08
1996-10-17September 30, 961996-10-04$0.08
1996-03-28March 07, 961996-03-15$0.08
1995-09-28September 11, 951995-09-15$0.06
1995-04-06March 20, 951995-03-24$0.10
1994-10-06September 14, 941994-09-20$0.06

Frequently Asked Questions

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

The dividend yield shows how much Computershare 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 Computershare Limited's dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Computershare 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 Computershare Limited a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Computershare 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 Computershare Limited maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Computershare 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 Computershare Limited dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Computershare 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.