Western Digital Corporation Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

For Western Digital Corporation (WDC), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 0.20% and a payout ratio of 2.36%. 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)

10 years
Metric (FY)2025202020192018201720162015201420132012
Dividends per share (FY)$0.32$1.00$1.50$2.00$2.00$2.00$2.00$1.50$1.05$0.50
Dividend yield (FY) %0.20%5.99%5.33%3.41%2.98%5.44%2.88%1.58%1.58%0.00%
Payout ratio (FY) %2.36%-238.00%-77.45%87.85%144.58%191.74%27.03%16.02%18.47%0.00%

Dividend Payout History

34 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2025-12-18December 04, 252025-12-04$0.12
2025-09-18September 04, 252025-09-04$0.10
2025-06-18June 04, 252025-06-04$0.10
2020-04-17April 02, 202020-04-03$0.50
2020-01-21January 02, 202020-01-03$0.50
2019-10-22October 03, 192019-10-04$0.50
2019-07-15June 27, 192019-06-28$0.50
2019-04-15March 28, 192019-03-29$0.50
2019-01-14December 27, 182018-12-28$0.50
2018-10-15September 27, 182018-09-28$0.50
2018-07-16June 28, 182018-06-29$0.50
2018-04-16March 28, 182018-03-30$0.50
2018-01-16December 28, 172017-12-29$0.50
2017-10-16September 28, 172017-09-29$0.50
2017-07-17June 28, 172017-06-30$0.50
2017-04-17March 29, 172017-03-31$0.50
2017-01-17December 28, 162016-12-30$0.50
2016-10-17September 28, 162016-09-30$0.50
2016-07-15June 29, 162016-07-01$0.50
2016-04-15March 30, 162016-04-01$0.50
2016-01-15December 29, 152016-01-01$0.50
2015-10-15September 30, 152015-10-02$0.50
2015-07-15June 30, 152015-07-03$0.50
2015-04-16March 31, 152015-04-03$0.50
2015-01-15December 30, 142015-01-02$0.40
2014-10-15October 01, 142014-10-03$0.40
2014-07-15June 25, 142014-06-27$0.40
2014-04-15March 26, 142014-03-28$0.30
2014-01-15December 24, 132013-12-27$0.30
2013-10-15September 26, 132013-09-30$0.25
2013-07-15June 26, 132013-06-28$0.25
2013-04-15March 26, 132013-03-29$0.25
2012-12-26December 12, 122012-12-14$0.25
2012-10-15September 26, 122012-09-28$0.25

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Western Digital Corporation's current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Western Digital Corporation 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 Western Digital Corporation's dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Western Digital Corporation, 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 Western Digital Corporation a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Western Digital Corporation'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 Western Digital Corporation maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Western Digital Corporation'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 Western Digital Corporation dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Western Digital Corporation 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.