JB Hi-Fi Limited Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

For JB Hi-Fi Limited (JBH), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 3.20% and a payout ratio of 83.46%. 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)

22 years
Metric (FY)2025202420232022202120202019201820172016201520142013201220112010200920082007200620052004
Dividends per share (FY)$2.75$2.38$3.12$3.16$2.87$1.89$1.42$1.32$1.18$0.99$0.89$0.83$0.71$0.64$0.76$0.66$0.44$0.26$0.11$0.08$0.08$0.08
Dividend yield (FY) %3.20%4.49%8.00%7.09%5.34%3.48%5.34%5.86%4.56%3.93%4.56%4.25%4.05%8.87%4.84%3.28%2.03%1.55%0.84%1.43%2.04%7.00%
Payout ratio (FY) %83.46%68.03%72.95%56.93%61.29%57.00%63.01%65.01%69.08%61.25%63.86%60.13%56.08%73.61%80.60%56.54%35.17%25.99%23.24%28.78%-637.88%0.00%

Dividend Payout History

44 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-09-05August 21, 252025-08-22$1.05
2025-03-07February 20, 252025-02-21$1.70
2024-09-06August 22, 242024-08-23$0.80
2024-03-08February 21, 242024-02-23$1.58
2023-09-08August 24, 232023-08-25$1.15
2023-03-10February 22, 232023-02-24$1.97
2022-09-09August 25, 222022-08-26$1.53
2022-03-11February 22, 222022-02-24$1.63
2021-09-10August 26, 212021-08-27$1.07
2021-03-12February 24, 212021-02-26$1.80
2020-09-11August 27, 202020-08-28$0.90
2020-03-06February 19, 202020-02-21$0.99
2019-09-06August 22, 192019-08-23$0.51
2019-03-08February 20, 192019-02-22$0.91
2018-09-07August 23, 182018-08-24$0.46
2018-03-09February 21, 182018-02-23$0.86
2017-09-08August 24, 172017-08-25$0.46
2017-03-10February 22, 172017-02-24$0.72
2016-09-09August 25, 162016-08-26$0.37
2016-03-04February 16, 162016-02-19$0.62
2015-09-11August 26, 152015-08-28$0.31
2015-02-27February 10, 152015-02-13$0.58
2014-09-05August 20, 142014-08-22$0.29
2014-02-28February 09, 142014-02-14$0.54
2013-09-06August 19, 132013-08-23$0.22
2013-03-08February 14, 132013-02-21$0.49
2012-09-07August 20, 122012-08-24$0.16
2012-03-09February 16, 122012-02-23$0.48
2011-09-02August 17, 112011-08-23$0.29
2011-03-04February 10, 112011-02-17$0.47
2010-09-03August 17, 102010-08-23$0.33
2010-03-05February 10, 102010-02-17$0.33
2009-09-09August 17, 092009-08-21$0.29
2009-03-10February 12, 092009-02-19$0.15
2008-09-16August 22, 082008-08-28$0.16
2008-03-19February 14, 082008-02-21$0.10
2007-09-11August 17, 072007-08-23$0.06
2007-04-16March 19, 072007-03-26$0.05
2006-10-18September 27, 062006-10-04$0.04
2006-04-13March 26, 062006-03-31$0.04
2005-10-21September 30, 052005-10-07$0.04
2005-04-14March 22, 052005-03-31$0.04
2004-10-21September 30, 042004-10-07$0.04
2004-05-01March 24, 042004-03-31$0.04

Frequently Asked Questions

What is JB Hi-Fi Limited's current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much JB Hi-Fi 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 JB Hi-Fi Limited's dividend changed over the last 5 years?

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

Comparing JB Hi-Fi 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 JB Hi-Fi Limited maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing JB Hi-Fi 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 JB Hi-Fi Limited dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include JB Hi-Fi 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.