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Dividend history and payout analysis for Santos Limited (STO). 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.
| Metric (FY) | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 | 2018 | 2016 | 2015 | 2014 | 2013 | 2012 | 2011 | 2010 | 2009 | 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | 2005 | 2004 | 2003 | 2002 | 2001 | 2000 | 1999 | 1998 | 1997 | 1996 | 1995 | 1994 | 1993 | 1992 | 1991 | 1990 | 1989 | 1988 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dividends per share (FY) | $0.36 | $0.46 | $0.35 | $0.23 | $0.14 | $0.11 | $0.18 | $0.05 | $0.05 | $0.30 | $0.35 | $0.30 | $0.30 | $0.30 | $0.42 | $0.42 | $0.42 | $0.40 | $0.40 | $0.36 | $0.30 | $0.30 | $0.30 | $0.25 | $0.30 | $0.25 | $0.25 | $0.12 | $0.12 | $0.22 | $0.16 | $0.22 | $0.20 | $0.19 | $0.21 | $0.17 | $0.20 |
| Dividend yield (FY) % | N/A | 7.35% | 4.53% | 3.29% | 2.26% | 1.35% | 2.10% | 0.91% | 0.83% | 5.07% | 2.80% | 1.27% | 1.72% | 1.64% | 3.26% | 3.11% | 3.52% | 3.24% | 6.20% | 4.84% | 5.34% | 6.15% | 6.89% | 15.75% | 6.67% | 8.08% | 7.17% | 4.82% | 6.06% | 7.73% | 10.17% | 7.47% | 9.73% | 13.35% | 5.20% | 4.16% | N/A |
| Payout ratio (FY) % | N/A | 80.96% | 54.87% | 25.38% | 46.34% | -38.10% | 37.24% | 11.59% | -4.11% | -7.97% | -20.96% | 30.43% | 30.64% | 20.58% | 63.20% | 70.05% | 15.58% | 49.25% | 37.87% | 35.88% | -570.51% | -1721.74% | -779.03% | 108.08% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 63.09% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | 0.00% | -4759.26% | -1132.99% | -2823.33% | N/A |
| Pay Date | Ex-Date | Record Date | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-01 | September 02, 25 | 2025-09-03 | $0.20 |
| 2025-03-26 | February 24, 25 | 2025-02-25 | $0.16 |
| 2024-09-25 | August 26, 24 | 2024-08-27 | $0.19 |
| 2024-03-27 | February 26, 24 | 2024-02-27 | $0.27 |
| 2023-09-28 | August 28, 23 | 2023-08-29 | $0.13 |
| 2023-03-29 | February 27, 23 | 2023-02-28 | $0.22 |
| 2022-09-22 | August 22, 22 | 2022-08-23 | $0.11 |
| 2022-03-24 | February 21, 22 | 2022-02-22 | $0.12 |
| 2021-09-21 | August 20, 21 | 2021-08-23 | $0.08 |
| 2021-03-25 | February 23, 21 | 2021-02-24 | $0.06 |
| 2020-09-24 | August 25, 20 | 2020-08-26 | $0.03 |
| 2020-03-26 | February 25, 20 | 2020-02-26 | $0.08 |
| 2019-09-26 | August 27, 19 | 2019-08-28 | $0.09 |
| 2019-03-28 | February 26, 19 | 2019-02-27 | $0.09 |
| 2018-09-27 | August 28, 18 | 2018-08-29 | $0.05 |
| 2016-03-30 | February 23, 16 | 2016-02-26 | $0.05 |
| 2015-09-30 | August 26, 15 | 2015-08-28 | $0.15 |
| 2015-03-25 | February 24, 15 | 2015-02-27 | $0.15 |
| 2014-09-30 | August 27, 14 | 2014-08-29 | $0.20 |
| 2014-03-26 | February 26, 14 | 2014-03-05 | $0.15 |
| 2013-09-30 | August 22, 13 | 2013-08-28 | $0.15 |
| 2013-03-28 | February 28, 13 | 2013-03-07 | $0.15 |
| 2012-09-28 | August 22, 12 | 2012-08-28 | $0.15 |
| 2012-03-30 | February 23, 12 | 2012-03-01 | $0.15 |
| 2011-09-30 | August 24, 11 | 2011-08-30 | $0.15 |
| 2011-03-31 | February 22, 11 | 2011-03-01 | $0.15 |
| 2010-10-06 | September 01, 10 | 2010-09-07 | $0.22 |
| 2010-03-31 | February 23, 10 | 2010-03-02 | $0.20 |
| 2009-09-30 | August 26, 09 | 2009-09-01 | $0.22 |
| 2009-03-31 | February 24, 09 | 2009-03-03 | $0.20 |
| 2008-09-30 | August 27, 08 | 2008-09-02 | $0.22 |
| 2008-03-31 | February 25, 08 | 2008-03-03 | $0.20 |
| 2007-10-02 | August 29, 07 | 2007-09-04 | $0.20 |
| 2007-04-02 | February 26, 07 | 2007-03-05 | $0.20 |
| 2006-10-02 | August 30, 06 | 2006-09-05 | $0.20 |
| 2006-03-31 | February 27, 06 | 2006-03-06 | $0.20 |
| 2005-09-30 | August 31, 05 | 2005-09-06 | $0.18 |
| 2005-03-31 | February 27, 05 | 2005-03-04 | $0.18 |
| 2004-09-30 | August 27, 04 | 2004-09-02 | $0.15 |
| 2004-03-31 | March 03, 04 | 2004-03-11 | $0.15 |
| 2003-09-30 | September 03, 03 | 2003-09-09 | $0.15 |
| 2003-03-31 | March 02, 03 | 2003-03-07 | $0.15 |
| 2002-09-30 | September 03, 02 | 2002-09-09 | $0.15 |
| 2002-04-02 | March 03, 02 | 2002-03-08 | $0.15 |
| 2001-09-28 | September 03, 01 | 2001-09-07 | $0.15 |
| 2001-04-27 | March 28, 01 | 2001-04-03 | $0.10 |
| 2000-11-17 | October 15, 00 | 2000-10-20 | $0.15 |
| 2000-04-28 | March 28, 00 | 2000-04-03 | $0.15 |
| 1999-11-17 | October 18, 99 | 1999-10-22 | $0.12 |
| 1999-04-30 | March 30, 99 | 1999-04-08 | $0.13 |
| 1998-11-18 | October 19, 98 | 1998-10-23 | $0.12 |
| 1998-04-30 | April 02, 98 | 1998-04-08 | $0.13 |
| 1997-11-19 | November 12, 97 | 1997-10-24 | $0.12 |
| 1996-05-02 | March 24, 96 | 1996-03-29 | $0.12 |
| 1995-12-01 | October 29, 95 | 1995-11-03 | $0.11 |
| 1995-06-16 | May 18, 95 | 1995-05-24 | $0.11 |
| 1994-11-25 | October 24, 94 | 1994-10-28 | $0.11 |
| 1994-06-17 | May 19, 94 | 1994-05-25 | $0.05 |
| 1993-11-26 | October 25, 93 | 1993-10-29 | $0.11 |
| 1993-06-18 | May 19, 93 | 1993-05-25 | $0.11 |
| 1992-11-27 | October 25, 92 | 1992-10-30 | $0.10 |
| 1992-06-19 | May 25, 92 | 1992-05-29 | $0.10 |
| 1991-11-15 | October 17, 91 | 1991-10-23 | $0.09 |
| 1991-07-15 | June 18, 91 | 1991-06-24 | $0.10 |
| 1991-01-04 | November 25, 90 | 1990-11-30 | $0.09 |
| 1990-06-29 | June 04, 90 | 1990-06-08 | $0.10 |
| 1990-01-31 | January 07, 90 | 1990-01-12 | $0.02 |
| N/A | October 18, 89 | N/A | $0.07 |
| N/A | May 10, 89 | N/A | $0.10 |
| N/A | October 25, 88 | N/A | $0.09 |
| N/A | May 11, 88 | N/A | $0.11 |
The dividend yield shows how much Santos Limited 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.
By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Santos Limited, 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.
Comparing Santos Limited'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.
Analyzing Santos Limited'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.
Investors often include Santos Limited 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.
