Morgan Stanley India Investment Fund, Inc. Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

For Morgan Stanley India Investment Fund, Inc. (IIF), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 10.67% and a payout ratio of 41.73%. 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)2024202320222021202020192018201720162015201120102008200720062005200420032002200120001994
Dividends per share (FY)$2.70$3.14$3.98$1.00N/A$0.03$6.09$4.70$1.14$0.04$0.99$1.87$10.40$16.70$4.74$0.29$0.09$0.20$0.01$1.06$1.60$0.17
Dividend yield (FY) %10.67%14.61%19.62%3.75%0.02%0.14%30.40%15.14%4.46%0.16%N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Payout ratio (FY) %41.73%63.28%-120.70%13.73%0.67%-15.49%-75.13%38.95%85.14%-22.63%N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A

Dividend Payout History

31 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-01-15December 13, 242024-12-13$2.70
2024-01-12December 14, 232023-12-15$3.14
2023-01-13December 15, 222022-12-16$3.98
2022-01-14December 16, 212021-12-17$1.00
2021-01-15December 17, 202020-12-18$0.00
2020-01-15December 19, 192019-12-20$0.03
2019-01-15December 20, 182018-12-21$3.82
2018-07-13June 28, 182018-06-29$2.27
2018-01-10December 21, 172017-12-22$3.97
2017-07-14June 28, 172017-06-30$0.73
2017-01-13December 21, 162016-12-23$0.69
2016-07-15June 28, 162016-06-30$0.45
2016-01-15December 16, 152015-12-18$0.04
2011-07-15June 28, 112011-06-30$0.99
2011-01-07December 21, 102010-12-23$1.87
2009-01-07December 17, 082008-12-19$1.78
2008-07-15June 26, 082008-06-30$8.62
2008-01-07December 19, 072007-12-21$11.90
2007-07-13June 27, 072007-06-29$4.80
2007-01-05December 20, 062006-12-22$4.74
2006-01-06December 23, 052005-12-28$0.21
2005-07-15June 28, 052005-06-30$0.08
2005-01-07December 21, 042004-12-23$0.07
2004-07-15June 28, 042004-06-30$0.02
2004-01-09December 22, 032003-12-24$0.18
2003-07-15June 26, 032003-06-30$0.02
2002-07-09June 26, 022002-06-28$0.01
2002-01-11December 20, 012001-12-24$0.19
2001-07-10June 27, 012001-06-29$0.87
2001-01-12December 20, 002000-12-22$1.60
1995-01-10December 23, 941994-12-30$0.17

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Morgan Stanley India Investment Fund, Inc.'s current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Morgan Stanley India Investment Fund, 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 Morgan Stanley India Investment Fund, Inc.'s dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Morgan Stanley India Investment Fund, 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 Morgan Stanley India Investment Fund, Inc. a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Morgan Stanley India Investment Fund, 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 Morgan Stanley India Investment Fund, Inc. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Morgan Stanley India Investment Fund, 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 Morgan Stanley India Investment Fund, Inc. dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Morgan Stanley India Investment Fund, 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.