Templeton Emerging Markets Fund Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

Dividend history and payout analysis for Templeton Emerging Markets Fund (EMF). 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)

39 years
Metric (FY)202520242023202220212020201920182017201620152014201320122011201020092008200720062005200420032002200120001999199819971996199519941993199219911990198919881987
Dividends per share (FY)$0.66$0.51$0.73$1.13$1.11$0.66$1.78$0.78$1.12$0.20$1.28$1.18$1.69$0.46$0.33$0.15$0.14$1.44$2.17$5.25$1.99$0.24$0.24$0.15$0.10$0.11$0.13$4.55$2.44$1.13$2.42$3.16$1.14$4.85$4.03$1.67$0.33$0.32$0.30
Dividend yield (FY) %N/A5.68%9.64%9.36%2.67%7.46%5.51%7.65%1.19%10.18%10.22%8.83%1.67%1.58%0.72%0.75%9.61%12.28%18.12%8.42%1.35%1.72%1.26%1.35%1.23%1.44%37.18%26.55%4.89%13.19%0.08%4.96%26.76%18.44%9.64%2.32%2.64%3.93%0.00%
Payout ratio (FY) %N/A38.93%110.52%-20.94%15.09%44.32%-1118.83%-302.11%4.29%69.20%-18.54%46.74%142.07%-11.54%6.03%3.44%-72.66%-116.37%47.69%34.99%5.09%8.74%6.73%1192.05%-4.16%-503.50%85.93%-33.06%24.90%167.16%-1.15%22.45%115.33%87.35%40.50%10.03%8.70%-32.03%0.00%

Dividend Payout History

61 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-09-30September 18, 252025-09-18$0.22
2025-06-30June 16, 252025-06-16$0.22
2025-03-31March 17, 252025-03-17$0.22
2024-12-31December 16, 242024-12-16$0.51
2023-12-29December 15, 232023-12-18$0.73
2022-12-30December 16, 222022-12-19$1.13
2021-12-31December 14, 212021-12-15$1.11
2020-12-31December 14, 202020-12-15$0.66
2019-12-31December 13, 192019-12-16$1.78
2018-12-31December 14, 182018-12-17$0.78
2017-12-29December 14, 172017-12-15$1.12
2016-12-30December 13, 162016-12-15$0.20
2015-12-31December 14, 152015-12-16$1.28
2014-12-31December 12, 142014-12-16$1.18
2013-12-31December 11, 132013-12-13$1.69
2012-12-31December 12, 122012-12-14$0.46
2011-12-30December 13, 112011-12-15$0.33
2010-12-31December 14, 102010-12-16$0.15
2009-12-31December 14, 092009-12-16$0.14
2008-12-31December 12, 082008-12-16$1.44
2007-12-31December 19, 072007-12-21$0.13
2007-11-16October 31, 072007-11-02$2.04
2007-01-16December 27, 062006-12-29$1.77
2006-11-17November 01, 062006-11-03$3.48
2006-01-17December 28, 052005-12-30$0.25
2005-11-18November 02, 052005-11-04$1.74
2005-01-14December 29, 042004-12-31$0.06
2004-11-19November 03, 042004-11-05$0.18
2004-01-15December 29, 032003-12-31$0.02
2003-11-21November 04, 032003-11-06$0.21
N/AOctober 23, 03N/A$0.01
2002-11-08October 23, 022002-10-25$0.15
2002-01-16December 27, 012001-12-31$0.01
2001-11-09October 24, 012001-10-26$0.09
2001-01-16December 27, 002000-12-29$0.01
2000-11-21November 06, 002000-11-08$0.10
2000-01-13December 28, 991999-12-30$0.01
1999-11-12October 27, 991999-10-29$0.12
1999-01-14December 29, 981998-12-31$0.02
N/ANovember 16, 981998-10-30$4.53
1998-01-14December 29, 971997-12-31$0.44
1997-11-14October 29, 971997-10-31$2.00
1997-01-14December 27, 961996-12-31$0.38
1996-11-15October 29, 961996-10-31$0.75
1996-01-11December 27, 951995-12-29$0.11
1995-11-09October 27, 951995-10-31$2.31
1995-01-12December 23, 941994-12-30$0.03
1994-11-14October 28, 941994-11-03$3.13
1994-01-17December 27, 931993-12-31$0.17
1993-11-10October 25, 931993-10-29$0.97
1992-12-31December 10, 921992-12-16$0.29
1992-11-27October 13, 921992-10-19$4.56
1992-01-30December 16, 911991-12-20$3.62
1991-11-29October 10, 911991-10-17$0.41
1990-12-26December 06, 901990-12-12$0.08
1990-10-31October 11, 901990-10-17$1.59
1989-12-28December 12, 891989-12-18$0.18
1989-10-31October 10, 891989-10-16$0.15
N/ADecember 12, 88N/A$0.15
N/AOctober 04, 88N/A$0.17
N/ADecember 14, 87N/A$0.30

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Templeton Emerging Markets Fund's current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Templeton Emerging Markets Fund 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 Templeton Emerging Markets Fund's dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Templeton Emerging Markets Fund, 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 Templeton Emerging Markets Fund a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Templeton Emerging Markets Fund'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 Templeton Emerging Markets Fund maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Templeton Emerging Markets Fund'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 Templeton Emerging Markets Fund dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Templeton Emerging Markets Fund 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.