UMG Dividend History & Analysis | 3.4% Yield
UMG has a dividend yield of 3.4% and paid 0.52 EUR per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.
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| SYMBOL | MARKET CAP USD | YIELD TTM | YIELD ON COST 5y |
|---|---|---|---|
| WMG | 17,438 M | 2.55% | 2.98% |
| TKO | 14,549 M | 1.37% | 5.00% |
| BOL | 17,071 M | 1.54% | 3.54% |
| CNK | 3,072 M | 1.19% | 1.52% |
| DIS | 177,628 M | 1.10% | 1.17% |
| SYMBOL | MARKET CAP USD | GROWTH RATE | CONSISTENCY |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIS | 177,628 M | 104.12% | 88.6% |
| TKO | 14,549 M | 47.95% | 83.4% |
| MCS | 549 M | 44.22% | 86.7% |
| TME | 14,834 M | 31.39% | 100.0% |
| WMG | 17,438 M | 8.20% | 100.0% |
| EX-DATE | RECORD | PAYMENT | PERIOD | DIV/SHARE | GROWTH | PAYOUT YIELD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-20 | 2026-06-12 | Final | 0.28 | +16.7% | 1.37% | |
| 2025-10-06 | 2025-10-28 | Interim | 0.24 | -14.3% | 0.97% | |
| 2025-05-21 | 2025-06-13 | Final | 0.28 | +16.7% | 1.02% | |
| 2024-10-02 | 2024-10-25 | Interim | 0.24 | -11.1% | 1.03% | |
| 2024-05-20 | 2024-06-11 | Final | 0.27 | +12.5% | 0.95% | |
| 2023-10-04 | 2023-10-27 | Interim | 0.24 | -11.1% | 0.97% | |
| 2023-05-15 | 2023-06-06 | Final | 0.27 | +12.5% | 1.46% | |
| 2022-10-05 | 2022-10-28 | Interim | 0.24 | +20% | 1.22% | |
| 2022-05-16 | 2022-06-08 | Final | 0.2 | 0% | 0.99% | |
| 2021-10-25 | 2021-10-28 | Interim | 0.2 | 0% | 0.8% |
UMG Dividend FAQ
Universal Music Group N.V. (UMG) is a Netherlands-based global music corporation operating through three primary segments: Recorded Music, Music Publishing, and Merchandising. The company manages the full lifecycle of intellectual property, from artist and songwriter development to the distribution and licensing of musical compositions across digital platforms, live events, and film media.
What is the Dividend Yield of UMG?
As of May 2026, UMG's dividend yield is 3.37%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 0.52 EUR by the current share price of 20.21.
Does UMG pay a dividend?
As of May 2026, UMG paid a dividend of 0.52 EUR in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-05-20 and the payout was 0.28 EUR.
How often does UMG pay dividends?
UMG pays dividends semi-annually. Over the last 12 months, UMG has issued 2 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-05-20.
UMG dividend forecast
Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for UMG for the next payments are between 0.231 (-17.5%) and 0.291 (+3.9%). This indicates a moderate dividend reduction compared to the last payment. The expected Yield for the next 12 months is about 2.58%.
Will UMG pay dividends in 2026?
The latest dividend paid per share was 0.28 EUR with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-05-20. The next Ex-Dividend date for Universal Music (UMG) is currently unknown.
What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for UMG?
The next Ex-Dividend date for Universal Music (UMG) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.
What is the Dividend Growth of UMG?
UMG's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 27.0% per year. Strong growth: UMG's dividend growth is outpacing inflation.
What is the Yield on Cost of UMG?
UMG's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 2.31%. If you bought UMG's shares at 22.55 EUR five years ago, your current annual dividend income (0.52 EUR per share, trailing 12 months) equals 2.31% of your original purchase price.
What is the Payout Consistency of UMG?
UMG Payout Consistency is 99.2%. The payout consistency is a proprietary measure of how consistently a company has paid dividends over its lifetime and blends growth rate, number of dividend payments, interruptions or lowering dividends into one number. Very consistent: Universal Music has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.
Does UMG have a good Dividend Yield?
UMG's 3.37% Dividend Yield is considered as moderate. This is usually a sign of a value company.
What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of UMG?
The Dividend Payout Ratio of UMG is 108.9%. Dangerously high - this is usually not sustainable and may lead to a dividend cut or NAV decline.
What is the Dividend Rating of UMG?
UMG's Overall Dividend Rating is 67.49%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.
Key Metric Definitions
Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
Percentage of earnings paid as dividends. Below 60% = safe, above 100% = unsustainable.
Percentage of Free Cash Flow paid as dividends. More reliable than Payout Ratio since it measures actual cash.
Compound annual growth rate of dividends over the last 5 years.
Reliability of dividend payments over lifetime. Penalizes cuts and pauses.
Your effective yield if you bought 5 years ago. Shows dividend growth impact over time.
Consecutive years of dividend payments. 25+ years = Dividend Aristocrat.
Proprietary score (0-100) combining yield, growth, safety and consistency.
Last update: 2026-05-12 02:38 UTC