The Walt Disney Company
DISThe Walt Disney Company is a multinational entertainment conglomerate renowned for its film studio division, theme parks, television networks, and media production. Founded in 1923 by Walt Disney and Roy O. Disney, it has become a leading name in entertainment, creating iconic animated movies, characters, and franchises. Disney also owns major properties such as Marvel, Star Wars, and Pixar, and operates popular channels like ABC and ESPN.
Dividend History
Investors can expect a dividend payout of $0.75 per share, scheduled to be distributed in 4 days on July 22, 2026
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 22, 2026 | $0.75 | 2026-06-30 | 2026-06-30 |
| January 15, 2026 | $0.75 | 2025-12-15 | 2025-12-15 |
| July 23, 2025 | $0.50 | 2025-06-24 | 2025-06-24 |
| January 16, 2025 | $0.50 | 2024-12-16 | 2024-12-16 |
| July 25, 2024 | $0.45 | 2024-07-08 | 2024-07-08 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: The Walt Disney Company has rewarded shareholders with 26 dividend payments over the past 21 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held DIS shares during this period received a total of $16.57 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.75/share was paid 184 days ago, on January 15, 2026.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2005, the dividend payout has grown by 212.5%, from $0.24 to $0.75.
- Dividend Reliability: DIS has maintained or increased its dividend for 6 consecutive payments.
Company News
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