WMG — Warner Music Group Corp.
Dividend Grades
vs Communication Services sector| Metric | WMG | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 3.16% | 3.22% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 25.26% | 3.14% |
| Payout Ratio | 127.4% | 36.4% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 7 | 11 |
| 1Y Total Return | -23.2% | 7.4% |
Grades compare this stock to Communication Services sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
5.71%
3-Year Growth
6.08%
5-Year Growth
25.26%
10-Year Growth
N/A
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
N/A
Next Payment
N/A
Last Ex-Date
Feb 18, 2026
Last Payment
Mar 3, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 18, 2026 | $0.1900 | 0.00% |
| Nov 19, 2025 | $0.1900 | 0.00% |
| Aug 20, 2025 | $0.1900 | +5.56% |
| May 27, 2025 | $0.1800 | 0.00% |
| Feb 24, 2025 | $0.1800 | 0.00% |
| Nov 19, 2024 | $0.1800 | 0.00% |
| Aug 27, 2024 | $0.1800 | +5.88% |
| May 22, 2024 | $0.1700 | 0.00% |
| Feb 21, 2024 | $0.1700 | 0.00% |
| Nov 20, 2023 | $0.1700 | 0.00% |
| Aug 23, 2023 | $0.1700 | +6.25% |
| May 22, 2023 | $0.1600 | 0.00% |
| Feb 17, 2023 | $0.1600 | 0.00% |
| Nov 21, 2022 | $0.1600 | 0.00% |
| Aug 23, 2022 | $0.1600 | +6.67% |
| May 20, 2022 | $0.1500 | 0.00% |
| Feb 17, 2022 | $0.1500 | 0.00% |
| Nov 22, 2021 | $0.1500 | 0.00% |
| Aug 24, 2021 | $0.1500 | +25.00% |
| May 21, 2021 | $0.1200 | 0.00% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
127.4%
HighFCF Payout Ratio
74.6%
ModerateFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2026 | $0.34 | $390.00M |
| Q1 2025 | N/A | N/A |
| Q2 2025 | $0.07 | -$46.00M |
| Q3 2025 | $-0.03 | -$25.00M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Warner Music Group Corp. pay a dividend?
Yes, Warner Music Group Corp. (WMG) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 3.16%.
What is WMG's dividend yield?
WMG's current dividend yield is 3.16%. The annual dividend is $0.75.
When is WMG's next ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for WMG has not been announced yet.
How many years has Warner Music Group Corp. increased its dividend?
Warner Music Group Corp. has increased its dividend for 6 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.