Watsco, Inc.
WSOWatsco, Inc. (WSO) is a leading distributor of air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration equipment and supplies in the United States. Founded in 1945, the company serves HVAC and refrigeration contractors through an extensive network of distribution centers, offering a wide range of products and value-added services to support installation, maintenance, and repair needs. Watsco is known for its strong focus on customer service and operational efficiency within the HVAC industry.
Dividend History
Investors can expect a dividend payout of $3.00 per share, scheduled to be distributed in 7 days on January 30, 2026
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 30, 2026 | $3.00 | 2026-01-16 | 2026-01-16 |
| October 31, 2025 | $3.00 | 2025-10-16 | 2025-10-16 |
| July 31, 2025 | $3.00 | 2025-07-16 | 2025-07-16 |
| April 30, 2025 | $3.00 | 2025-04-15 | 2025-04-15 |
| January 31, 2025 | $2.70 | 2025-01-17 | 2025-01-17 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Watsco, Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 90 dividend payments over the past 22 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held WSO shares during this period received a total of $102.95 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $3.00/share was paid 84 days ago, on October 31, 2025.
- Yield & Schedule: WSO currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 3.09%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 3650.0%, from $0.08 to $3.00.
- Dividend Reliability: WSO has maintained or increased its dividend for 53 consecutive payments.
Company News
Watsco Inc. (NYSE:WSO) announced a regular quarterly cash dividend of $3.00 per share, payable on January 30, 2026 to shareholders of record as of January 16, 2026. This marks the company's 52nd consecutive year of dividend payments. Watsco, the largest distributor in the North American HVAC/R market, maintains a conservative balance sheet while ...
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