Western Digital Corp.
WDCWestern Digital Corp. (WDC) is a leading manufacturer of data storage solutions, including hard drives, solid-state drives, and other digital storage devices. The company focuses on providing storage technology for personal, business, and enterprise applications, serving a wide range of markets such as computing, cloud storage, and consumer electronics. Founded in 1970, Western Digital has established itself as a key player in the data infrastructure industry through innovation and strategic acquisitions.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 17, 2026 | $0.15 | 2026-06-05 | 2026-06-05 |
| March 18, 2026 | $0.12 | 2026-03-05 | 2026-03-05 |
| December 18, 2025 | $0.12 | 2025-12-04 | 2025-12-04 |
| September 18, 2025 | $0.10 | 2025-09-04 | 2025-09-04 |
| June 18, 2025 | $0.10 | 2025-06-04 | 2025-06-04 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Western Digital Corp. has rewarded shareholders with 36 dividend payments over the past 14 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held WDC shares during this period received a total of $14.15 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.15/share was paid 31 days ago, on June 17, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: WDC currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 0.10%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2012, the dividend payout has decreased by 40.0%, from $0.25 to $0.15.
- Dividend Reliability: WDC has maintained or increased its dividend for 5 consecutive payments.
Company News
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