The Taiwan Fund, Inc. Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

For The Taiwan Fund, Inc. (TWN), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 0.98% and a payout ratio of 3.22%. 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)

26 years
Metric (FY)20242023202120202019201820172014201120102009200820072005200420001998199719961995199419931992199019891988
Dividends per share (FY)$7.40$0.44$2.92$3.31$1.47$1.71$0.66$2.63$0.56$0.08$0.07$0.17$3.62$0.05$0.03$0.20$1.02$4.60$0.03$0.02$0.15$0.13$0.12$16.44$8.50$4.30
Dividend yield (FY) %0.98%0.00%9.24%7.18%9.57%3.32%0.00%0.00%N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
Payout ratio (FY) %3.22%0.00%19.08%17.50%-214.65%-153.49%0.00%0.00%N/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/AN/A

Dividend Payout History

30 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-01-10December 27, 242024-12-27$7.40
2024-01-10December 27, 232023-12-28$0.44
2022-01-10December 27, 212021-12-28$2.92
2021-01-08December 28, 202020-12-29$3.31
2020-01-10December 27, 192019-12-30$1.47
2019-01-04December 20, 182018-12-21$1.71
2018-01-09December 28, 172017-12-29$0.66
2015-01-09December 26, 142014-12-30$2.63
2012-01-09December 28, 112011-12-30$0.56
2011-01-06December 28, 102010-12-30$0.08
2010-01-08December 29, 092009-12-31$0.07
2009-01-07December 26, 082008-12-30$0.17
2008-01-25December 20, 072007-12-24$3.62
2006-01-17December 27, 052005-12-29$0.05
2005-01-15December 27, 042004-12-29$0.03
2001-01-15December 27, 002000-12-29$0.20
1999-01-19December 21, 981998-12-23$1.01
1998-05-13April 28, 981998-04-30$0.01
1998-01-15December 26, 971997-12-30$4.60
1997-01-17December 24, 961996-12-27$0.01
1996-01-17January 02, 961995-12-29$0.02
N/AJanuary 31, 951994-12-28$0.02
1994-05-26May 09, 941994-05-13$0.15
1994-01-13November 29, 931993-12-03$0.13
1993-01-14December 22, 921992-12-29$0.12
1990-06-26June 07, 901990-06-13$1.69
N/AJanuary 29, 901989-12-29$14.75
N/AJanuary 26, 89N/A$8.50
N/AMarch 09, 88N/A$1.86
N/AJanuary 27, 88N/A$2.44

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Taiwan Fund, Inc.'s current dividend yield and payout ratio?

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

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

Comparing The Taiwan 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 The Taiwan Fund, Inc. maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing The Taiwan 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 The Taiwan Fund, Inc. dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include The Taiwan 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.