Diana Shipping Inc. Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

Dividend history and payout analysis for Diana Shipping Inc. (DSX). Use the fiscal-year summary and the payout history table below to track dividend per share, dividend yield, and payout ratio changes over time, plus the key dates investors watch for dividend investing.

Dividend Performance Chart

Dividend Summary (FY)

9 years
Metric (FY)202520242023202220212008200720062005
Dividends per share (FY)$0.04$0.22$0.60$0.90$0.20$3.31$2.05$1.49$1.09
Dividend yield (FY) %N/A15.30%15.97%27.41%4.62%27.00%6.78%9.75%12.27%
Payout ratio (FY) %N/A272.82%94.69%71.88%25.42%111.41%97.63%120.50%88.32%

Dividend Payout History

33 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-12-17December 08, 252025-12-08$0.01
2025-09-11August 21, 252025-08-21$0.01
2025-06-24June 17, 252025-06-17$0.01
2025-03-21March 12, 252025-03-12$0.01
2024-12-18December 11, 242024-12-11$0.01
2024-08-30August 15, 242024-08-15$0.07
2024-06-18June 12, 242024-06-12$0.07
2024-03-12March 04, 242024-03-05$0.07
2023-12-04November 24, 232023-11-27$0.15
2023-09-08August 11, 232023-08-14$0.15
2023-07-10June 09, 232023-06-12$0.15
2023-03-20March 10, 232023-03-13$0.15
2022-12-15November 25, 222022-11-28$0.17
2022-08-19August 05, 222022-08-08$0.28
2022-06-17June 03, 222022-06-06$0.25
2022-03-21March 08, 222022-03-09$0.20
2021-11-10November 02, 212021-11-03$0.10
N/AOctober 28, 21N/A$0.10
2008-12-11November 24, 082008-11-26$0.95
2008-08-28August 12, 082008-08-14$0.91
2008-06-05May 23, 082008-05-28$0.85
2008-03-06February 27, 082008-02-29$0.60
2007-12-06November 27, 072007-11-29$0.58
2007-08-24August 14, 072007-08-16$0.51
2007-05-23May 14, 072007-05-16$0.50
2007-03-14March 05, 072007-03-07$0.46
2006-11-30November 20, 062006-11-22$0.40
2006-08-31August 16, 062006-08-18$0.35
2006-06-08May 16, 062006-05-18$0.34
2006-03-09February 24, 062006-02-28$0.40
2005-11-22November 03, 052005-11-07$0.47
2005-08-31August 12, 052005-08-16$0.54
2005-06-02May 12, 052005-05-16$0.08

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Diana Shipping Inc.'s current dividend yield and payout ratio?

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

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

Comparing Diana Shipping 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 Diana Shipping Inc. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Diana Shipping 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 Diana Shipping Inc. dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Diana Shipping 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.