Warner Music Group Corp. Class A Common Stock
WMGWarner Music Group Corp. Class A (WMG) is a major global music entertainment company that operates as one of the largest music record labels. It manages a diverse catalog of artists across various genres, producing and distributing music worldwide. WMG provides recording, marketing, and distribution services, and is known for its extensive reach within the music industry, including its involvement in music publishing and artist services.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 2, 2026 | $0.19 | 2026-05-26 | 2026-05-26 |
| March 3, 2026 | $0.19 | 2026-02-18 | 2026-02-18 |
| December 2, 2025 | $0.19 | 2025-11-19 | 2025-11-19 |
| September 3, 2025 | $0.19 | 2025-08-20 | 2025-08-20 |
| June 3, 2025 | $0.18 | 2025-05-27 | 2025-05-27 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Warner Music Group Corp. Class A Common Stock has rewarded shareholders with 34 dividend payments over the past 21 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held WMG shares during this period received a total of $5.18 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.19/share was paid 46 days ago, on June 2, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: WMG currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 2.68%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2005, the dividend payout has grown by 46.2%, from $0.13 to $0.19.
- Dividend Reliability: WMG has maintained or increased its dividend for 24 consecutive payments.
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