Electronic Arts Inc. Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

For Electronic Arts Inc. (EA), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 0.53% and a payout ratio of 17.75%. 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)

6 years
Metric (FY)202520242023202220212020
Dividends per share (FY)$0.76$0.76$0.76$0.74$0.68$0.17
Dividend yield (FY) %0.53%0.57%0.63%0.54%0.25%0.00%
Payout ratio (FY) %17.75%16.10%26.18%24.46%11.71%0.00%

Dividend Payout History

21 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-12-23December 03, 252025-12-03$0.19
2025-09-17August 27, 252025-08-27$0.19
2025-06-18May 28, 252025-05-28$0.19
2025-03-19February 26, 252025-02-26$0.19
2024-12-18November 27, 242024-11-27$0.19
2024-09-18August 28, 242024-08-28$0.19
2024-06-19May 29, 242024-05-29$0.19
2024-03-20February 27, 242024-02-28$0.19
2023-12-20November 28, 232023-11-29$0.19
2023-09-20August 29, 232023-08-30$0.19
2023-06-21May 30, 232023-05-31$0.19
2023-03-22February 28, 232023-03-01$0.19
2022-12-21November 29, 222022-11-30$0.19
2022-09-21August 30, 222022-08-31$0.19
2022-06-22June 07, 222022-06-08$0.19
2022-03-23March 08, 222022-03-09$0.17
2021-12-22December 07, 212021-12-08$0.17
2021-09-22August 31, 212021-09-01$0.17
2021-06-23June 01, 212021-06-02$0.17
2021-03-24March 02, 212021-03-03$0.17
2020-12-23December 01, 202020-12-02$0.17

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Electronic Arts Inc.'s current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Electronic Arts Inc. 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 Electronic Arts Inc.'s dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Electronic Arts Inc., 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 Electronic Arts Inc. a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Electronic Arts Inc.'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 Electronic Arts Inc. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Electronic Arts Inc.'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 Electronic Arts Inc. dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Electronic Arts Inc. 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.