Star Bulk Carriers Corp. Dividends | Yield & Payout

Dividend history and payout analysis for Star Bulk Carriers Corp. (SBLK). 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)202520242023202220212020201920122011201020092008
Dividends per share (FY)$0.30$2.50$1.57$6.50$2.25$0.05$0.05$0.03$0.20$0.20$0.10$0.97
Dividend yield (FY) %N/A17.03%7.50%33.91%10.01%0.56%0.43%10.89%22.76%10.06%3.60%39.32%
Payout ratio (FY) %N/A90.93%91.07%118.14%33.83%49.73%-29.65%-1.15%-20.69%-241.38%-10.59%39.34%

Dividend Payout History

38 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-12-18December 05, 252025-12-05$0.11
2025-09-10August 28, 252025-08-28$0.05
2025-06-20June 06, 252025-06-06$0.05
2025-03-18March 04, 252025-03-04$0.09
2024-12-18December 05, 242024-12-05$0.60
2024-09-06August 27, 242024-08-27$0.70
2024-06-20June 06, 242024-06-06$0.75
2024-03-28March 11, 242024-03-12$0.45
2023-12-18December 04, 232023-12-05$0.22
2023-09-07August 21, 232023-08-22$0.40
2023-06-27June 06, 232023-06-07$0.35
2023-03-14February 27, 232023-02-28$0.60
2022-12-12November 29, 222022-11-30$1.20
2022-09-08August 24, 222022-08-25$1.65
2022-06-16June 02, 222022-06-03$1.65
2022-03-15March 01, 222022-03-02$2.00
2021-12-22December 09, 212021-12-10$1.25
2021-09-08August 20, 212021-08-23$0.70
2021-06-14May 27, 212021-05-31$0.30
2020-03-12February 28, 202020-03-02$0.05
2019-12-16November 29, 192019-12-02$0.05
2012-09-18September 06, 122012-09-10$0.01
2012-06-20June 11, 122012-06-13$0.01
2012-03-06February 24, 122012-02-28$0.01
2011-12-06November 25, 112011-11-29$0.05
2011-08-31August 23, 112011-08-25$0.05
2011-06-01May 19, 112011-05-23$0.05
2011-03-10March 02, 112011-03-04$0.05
2010-12-06November 26, 102010-11-30$0.05
2010-08-30August 23, 102010-08-25$0.05
2010-06-04May 26, 102010-05-31$0.05
2010-03-11March 04, 102010-03-08$0.05
2009-12-04November 24, 092009-11-27$0.05
2009-07-14July 02, 092009-07-07$0.05
2008-12-05November 25, 082008-11-28$0.17
2008-08-18August 06, 082008-08-08$0.35
2008-05-26May 14, 082008-05-16$0.35
2008-02-29February 21, 082008-02-25$0.10

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Star Bulk Carriers Corp.'s current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Star Bulk Carriers Corp. 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 Star Bulk Carriers Corp.'s dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Star Bulk Carriers Corp., 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 Star Bulk Carriers Corp. a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Star Bulk Carriers Corp.'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 Star Bulk Carriers Corp. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Star Bulk Carriers Corp.'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 Star Bulk Carriers Corp. dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Star Bulk Carriers Corp. 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.