MSCI Inc. Dividends | Yield & Payout

Dividend history and payout analysis for MSCI Inc. (MSCI). 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)

12 years
Metric (FY)202520242023202220212020201920182017201620152014
Dividends per share (FY)$7.20$6.40$5.52$4.58$3.64$2.92$2.52$1.92$1.32$1.00$0.80$0.18
Dividend yield (FY) %N/A1.08%0.98%0.99%0.60%0.66%1.02%1.33%1.05%1.27%1.11%0.37%
Payout ratio (FY) %N/A45.90%38.39%42.84%41.66%40.95%39.55%33.66%39.38%36.88%39.23%7.18%

Dividend Payout History

45 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-11-28November 14, 252025-11-14$1.80
2025-08-29August 15, 252025-08-15$1.80
2025-05-30May 16, 252025-05-16$1.80
2025-02-28February 14, 252025-02-14$1.80
2024-11-29November 15, 242024-11-15$1.60
2024-08-30August 16, 242024-08-16$1.60
2024-05-31May 16, 242024-05-17$1.60
2024-02-29February 15, 242024-02-16$1.60
2023-11-30November 08, 232023-11-09$1.38
2023-08-31August 10, 232023-08-11$1.38
2023-05-31May 11, 232023-05-12$1.38
2023-02-28February 16, 232023-02-17$1.38
2022-11-30November 09, 222022-11-10$1.25
2022-08-31August 11, 222022-08-12$1.25
2022-05-31May 12, 222022-05-13$1.04
2022-02-28February 17, 222022-02-18$1.04
2021-11-30November 10, 212021-11-12$1.04
2021-08-31August 12, 212021-08-13$1.04
2021-05-28May 13, 212021-05-14$0.78
2021-02-26February 18, 212021-02-19$0.78
2020-11-30November 12, 202020-11-13$0.78
2020-08-31August 13, 202020-08-14$0.78
2020-05-29May 14, 202020-05-15$0.68
2020-03-06February 20, 202020-02-21$0.68
2019-11-27November 14, 192019-11-15$0.68
2019-08-30August 15, 192019-08-16$0.68
2019-05-31May 16, 192019-05-17$0.58
2019-03-15February 21, 192019-02-22$0.58
2018-11-30November 15, 182018-11-16$0.58
2018-08-31August 16, 182018-08-17$0.58
2018-05-31May 17, 182018-05-18$0.38
2018-03-15February 15, 182018-02-16$0.38
2017-11-30November 16, 172017-11-17$0.38
2017-08-31August 16, 172017-08-18$0.38
2017-05-31May 17, 172017-05-19$0.28
2017-03-15February 15, 172017-02-17$0.28
2016-11-30November 09, 162016-11-14$0.28
2016-08-31August 11, 162016-08-15$0.28
2016-05-27May 11, 162016-05-13$0.22
2016-03-11February 17, 162016-02-19$0.22
2015-11-30November 10, 152015-11-13$0.22
2015-08-31August 13, 152015-08-17$0.22
2015-05-29May 13, 152015-05-15$0.18
2015-03-13February 18, 152015-02-20$0.18
2014-10-31October 10, 142014-10-15$0.18

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

Comparing MSCI 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 MSCI Inc. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

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

Investors often include MSCI 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.