Global Ship Lease, Inc. Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

Dividend history and payout analysis for Global Ship Lease, Inc. (GSL). 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)

8 years
Metric (FY)20252024202320222021201520092008
Dividends per share (FY)$2.13$1.66$1.52$1.39$0.75$0.20$0.23$0.46
Dividend yield (FY) %N/A8.82%8.95%9.85%4.50%8.76%15.99%13.26%
Payout ratio (FY) %N/A19.22%20.62%20.49%21.11%-43.53%29.19%-42.74%

Dividend Payout History

24 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-12-04November 21, 252025-11-21$0.62
2025-09-04August 22, 252025-08-22$0.53
2025-06-03May 23, 252025-05-23$0.53
2025-03-06February 24, 252025-02-24$0.45
2024-12-04November 22, 242024-11-22$0.45
2024-09-04August 23, 242024-08-23$0.45
2024-06-03May 23, 242024-05-24$0.38
2024-03-06February 21, 242024-02-22$0.38
2023-12-04November 22, 232023-11-24$0.38
2023-09-04August 22, 232023-08-23$0.38
2023-06-02May 23, 232023-05-24$0.38
2023-03-06February 21, 232023-02-22$0.38
2022-12-02November 21, 222022-11-22$0.38
2022-09-02August 22, 222022-08-23$0.38
2022-06-02May 23, 222022-05-24$0.38
2022-03-04February 18, 222022-02-22$0.25
2021-12-02November 19, 212021-11-22$0.25
2021-09-03August 20, 212021-08-23$0.25
2021-06-03May 21, 212021-05-24$0.25
2015-11-24November 12, 152015-11-16$0.10
2015-08-24August 12, 152015-08-14$0.10
2009-03-05February 18, 092009-02-20$0.23
2008-11-28November 19, 082008-11-21$0.23
2008-10-14September 30, 082008-10-02$0.23

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Global Ship Lease, Inc.'s current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Global Ship Lease, 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 Global Ship Lease, Inc.'s dividend changed over the last 5 years?

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

Comparing Global Ship Lease, 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 Global Ship Lease, Inc. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Global Ship Lease, 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 Global Ship Lease, Inc. dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Global Ship Lease, 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.