Dividend History
Investors can expect a dividend payout of $0.45 per share, scheduled to be distributed in 6 days on July 24, 2026
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 24, 2026 | $0.45 | 2026-06-30 | 2026-06-30 |
| April 24, 2026 | $0.45 | 2026-03-31 | 2026-03-31 |
| January 23, 2026 | $0.50 | 2025-12-31 | 2025-12-31 |
| October 24, 2025 | $0.50 | 2025-09-30 | 2025-09-30 |
| July 25, 2025 | $0.50 | 2025-06-30 | 2025-06-30 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: has rewarded shareholders with 12 dividend payments over the past 2 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held MSDL shares during this period received a total of $5.10 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.45/share was paid 85 days ago, on April 24, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: MSDL currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 12.29%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2024, the dividend payout has decreased by 10.0%, from $0.50 to $0.45.
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