Transocean Ltd. Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

For Transocean Ltd. (RIG), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 8.48% and a payout ratio of 48.17%. 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)

16 years
Metric (FY)2015201420132012201120072002200120001999199819971996199519941993
Dividends per share (FY)$1.05$2.81$1.68$0.79$2.37$23.11$0.06$0.12$0.12$0.12$0.12$0.06$0.04$0.04$0.04$0.01
Dividend yield (FY) %8.48%15.34%3.41%1.75%6.17%23.07%0.26%0.37%0.25%0.51%0.41%1.76%0.36%7.22%1.35%28.12%
Payout ratio (FY) %48.17%-53.21%43.07%-126.94%-13.33%225.76%-0.51%15.12%23.28%32.34%3.49%52.76%10.51%48.26%53.54%624.86%

Dividend Payout History

50 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2015-09-23August 21, 152015-08-25$0.15
2015-06-17May 27, 152015-05-29$0.15
2015-03-18February 18, 152015-02-20$0.75
2014-12-17November 12, 142014-11-14$0.75
2014-09-17August 20, 142014-08-22$0.75
2014-06-18May 28, 142014-05-30$0.75
2014-03-19February 19, 142014-02-21$0.56
2013-12-18November 13, 132013-11-15$0.56
2013-09-18August 21, 132013-08-23$0.56
2013-06-19May 29, 132013-05-31$0.56
2012-03-21February 22, 122012-02-24$0.79
2011-12-21November 22, 112011-11-25$0.79
2011-09-21August 24, 112011-08-26$0.79
2011-06-15May 18, 112011-05-20$0.79
2007-11-27November 27, 072007-11-27$23.11
2002-06-13May 28, 022002-05-30$0.03
2002-03-15February 27, 022002-03-01$0.03
2001-12-14November 28, 012001-11-30$0.03
2001-09-14August 29, 012001-08-31$0.03
2001-06-15May 30, 012001-06-01$0.03
2001-03-16February 28, 012001-03-02$0.03
2000-12-15November 29, 002000-12-01$0.03
2000-09-15August 30, 002000-09-01$0.03
2000-06-16May 31, 002000-06-02$0.03
2000-03-17March 01, 002000-03-03$0.03
N/ADecember 01, 99N/A$0.03
N/AAugust 31, 99N/A$0.03
N/AJune 02, 99N/A$0.03
N/AMarch 03, 99N/A$0.03
N/ADecember 02, 98N/A$0.03
N/ASeptember 01, 98N/A$0.03
N/AJune 03, 98N/A$0.03
N/AMarch 04, 98N/A$0.03
N/ADecember 03, 97N/A$0.03
N/ASeptember 03, 97N/A$0.01
N/AMay 28, 97N/A$0.01
N/AMarch 05, 97N/A$0.01
N/ANovember 13, 96N/A$0.01
N/AAugust 14, 96N/A$0.01
N/AMay 15, 96N/A$0.01
N/AFebruary 12, 96N/A$0.01
N/ANovember 10, 95N/A$0.01
N/AAugust 09, 95N/A$0.01
N/AMay 08, 95N/A$0.01
N/AFebruary 08, 95N/A$0.01
N/ANovember 07, 94N/A$0.01
1994-08-29August 08, 941994-08-12$0.01
N/AMay 09, 94N/A$0.01
N/AFebruary 08, 94N/A$0.01
N/ANovember 05, 93N/A$0.01

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Transocean Ltd.'s current dividend yield and payout ratio?

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

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Transocean Ltd., 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 Transocean Ltd. a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Transocean Ltd.'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 Transocean Ltd. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Transocean Ltd.'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 Transocean Ltd. dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Transocean Ltd. 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.