
Skywest Inc
SKYWSkyWest Inc. (SKYW) is a regional airline based in the United States that operates flights for major carriers under various regional airline brands. Founded in 1972, it specializes in providing scheduled passenger services primarily within the U.S., serving numerous destinations across North America. SkyWest is known for its extensive regional networks and partnerships with major airlines such as Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, and American Airlines.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 6, 2020 | $0.14 | 2020-03-30 | 2020-03-31 |
| January 7, 2020 | $0.12 | 2019-12-30 | 2019-12-31 |
| October 4, 2019 | $0.12 | 2019-09-27 | 2019-09-30 |
| July 5, 2019 | $0.12 | 2019-06-27 | 2019-06-28 |
| April 4, 2019 | $0.12 | 2019-03-28 | 2019-03-29 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Skywest Inc has rewarded shareholders with 66 dividend payments over the past 16 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held SKYW shares during this period received a total of $3.28 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.14/share was paid 2118 days ago, on April 6, 2020.
- Yield & Schedule: SKYW currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 0.48%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 600.0%, from $0.02 to $0.14.
- Dividend Reliability: SKYW has maintained or increased its dividend for 66 consecutive payments.
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SkyWest shares are trading lower due to a decline in airline stocks, particularly Delta Air Lines, following mixed second-quarter earnings. As SkyWest operates a substantial number of regional flights for Delta, its stock price is affected by Delta's performance.






