SBLK Dividend History & Analysis | 1.7% Yield

SBLK has a dividend yield of 1.7% and paid 0.3 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 1.68%
Payout Ratio 90.9%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y -39.57%
Consistency Lifetime 41.5%
Yield on Cost 5y 4.50%
Payout FCF 38.6%
Streak Years 7
Dividend Rating 1.00%

Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly

This chart shows the yearly cash amount paid as dividends per share. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
Dividend Growth Year over Year This chart shows the annual dividend growth rate compared to the previous year.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over time. Price is displayed as gray area (left axis), yield as dark blue line (right axis), and average yield as orange dashed line.
■ Yield (right) | ■ Price (left) | ┅ Avg Yield
Total Return 12m: 47.6%
Total Return 5y: 240.4%

Top Dividend Payers in Marine Transportation

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost 5y
ZIM 2,491 M 26.7% 114%
FLNG 1,427 M 12.3% 62.4%
ESEA 396 M 5.71% 47.7%
ECO 1,575 M 7.78% 42.4%
GSL 1,343 M 7.78% 22.2%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap USD Growth Rate Consistency
SHIP 225 M 38.2% 12.8%
GSL 1,343 M 29.7% 33.4%
ESEA 396 M 28.3% 44.7%
DAC 1,894 M 23.2% 32.5%
MATX 5,096 M 7.20% 94.6%

Quality Dividend Peers in Marine Transportation

GSL
Global Ship Lease
 7.78% Yield
ECO
Okeanis Eco Tankers
 7.78% Yield
ESEA
Euroseas
 5.71% Yield
DAC
Danaos
 3.89% Yield
MATX
Matson
 1.48% Yield
CMRE
Costamare
 4.02% Yield

SBLK Dividend History: Last 38 Payments (USD) as of February 2026

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2025-12-05 2025-12-05 2025-12-18 Quarterly 0.11 120% 0.54%
2025-08-28 2025-08-28 2025-09-10 Quarterly 0.05 0% 0.26%
2025-06-06 2025-06-06 2025-06-20 Quarterly 0.05 -44.4% 0.3%
2025-03-04 2025-03-04 2025-03-18 Quarterly 0.09 -85% 0.6%
2024-12-05 2024-12-05 2024-12-18 Quarterly 0.6 -14.3% 3.68%
2024-08-27 2024-08-27 2024-09-06 Quarterly 0.7 -6.7% 3.35%
2024-06-06 2024-06-06 2024-06-20 Quarterly 0.75 66.7% 2.88%
2024-03-11 2024-03-12 2024-03-28 Quarterly 0.45 104.5% 1.86%
2023-12-04 2023-12-05 2023-12-18 Quarterly 0.22 -45% 1.02%
2023-08-21 2023-08-22 2023-09-07 Quarterly 0.4 14.3% 2.24%
2023-06-06 2023-06-07 2023-06-27 Quarterly 0.35 -41.7% 1.92%
2023-02-27 2023-02-28 2023-03-14 Quarterly 0.6 -50% 2.49%
2022-11-29 2022-11-30 2022-12-12 Quarterly 1.2 -27.3% 6.13%
2022-08-24 2022-08-25 2022-09-08 Quarterly 1.65 0% 6.87%
2022-06-02 2022-06-03 2022-06-16 Quarterly 1.65 -17.5% 5.18%
2022-03-01 2022-03-02 2022-03-15 Quarterly 2 60% 6.92%
2021-12-09 2021-12-10 2021-12-22 Quarterly 1.25 78.6% 5.71%
2021-08-19 2021-08-23 2021-09-08 Quarterly 0.7 133.3% 3.33%
2021-05-27 2021-05-31 2021-06-14 Quarterly 0.3 500% 1.56%
2020-02-28 2020-03-02 2020-03-12 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2019-11-29 2019-12-02 2019-12-16 Quarterly 0.05 233.3% N/A
2012-09-06 2012-09-10 2012-09-18 Quarterly 0.015 0% N/A
2012-06-11 2012-06-13 2012-06-20 Quarterly 0.015 0% N/A
2012-02-24 2012-02-28 2012-03-06 Quarterly 0.015 -70% N/A
2011-11-25 2011-11-29 2011-12-06 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2011-08-23 2011-08-25 2011-08-31 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2011-05-19 2011-05-23 2011-06-01 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2011-03-02 2011-03-04 2011-03-10 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2010-11-26 2010-11-30 2010-12-06 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2010-08-23 2010-08-25 2010-08-30 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2010-05-26 2010-05-31 2010-06-04 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2010-03-04 2010-03-08 2010-03-11 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2009-11-24 2009-11-27 2009-12-04 Quarterly 0.05 0% N/A
2009-07-02 2009-07-07 2009-07-14 Quarterly 0.05 -74.2% N/A
2008-11-25 2008-11-28 2008-12-05 Quarterly 0.1941 -44.6% N/A
2008-08-06 2008-08-08 2008-08-18 Quarterly 0.35 0% N/A
2008-05-14 2008-05-16 2008-05-26 Quarterly 0.35 250% N/A
2008-02-21 2008-02-25 2008-02-29 Other 0.1 0% N/A

SBLK Dividend FAQ

Star Bulk Carriers Corp. (NASDAQ:SBLK) operates a global fleet of 151 dry-bulk vessels, totaling roughly 14.6 million deadweight tons, across vessel classes from Supramax (≈53 k dwt) to Newcastlemax (≈210 k dwt). The company transports core commodities such as iron ore, coal, grains, bauxite, fertilizers and steel products, and is headquartered in Marousi, Greece, having been incorporated in 2006.

What is the Dividend Yield of SBLK?

As of February 2026, SBLK`s dividend yield is 1.68%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 0.30 USD by the current share price of 22.72.

Does SBLK pay a dividend?

As of February 2026, SBLK paid a dividend of 0.30 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-12-05 and the payout was 0.11 USD.

How often does SBLK pay dividends?

SBLK pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, SBLK has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-12-05.

SBLK dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividends per share for SBLK for the next 4 payments are between 0.664 (+503.6%) and 0.726 (+560.0%).
This represents a strong dividend growth compared to the last payment.

Will SBLK pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.11 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-12-05. The next Ex-Dividend date for Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for SBLK?

The next Ex-Dividend date for Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK) is currently unknown. We automatically update the next Ex-Dividend date when it is announced.

What is the Dividend Growth of SBLK?

SBLK's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is -39.6% per year.
Negative growth: SBLK's Dividend growth is negative and declining.

What is the Yield on Cost of SBLK?

SBLK's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 4.50%. If you bought SBLK's shares at 6.67 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (0.30 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 4.50% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of SBLK?

SBLK Payout Consistency is 41.5%. 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 unstable: Star Bulk Carriers has a poor track record of dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does SBLK have a good Dividend Yield?

SBLK`s 1.68% Dividend Yield is considered as low. This is usually a sign of a growth company.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of SBLK?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of SBLK is 90.9%. Very high - REITs and BDCs are required by law to distribute 90% or more of their taxable income as dividends, making high payout ratios standard. Otherwise, proceed with caution.

What is the Dividend Rating of SBLK?

SBLK`s Overall Dividend Rating is 1.00%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

SBLK Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in SBLK's Outstanding Shares?

Star Bulk Carriers's outstanding shares have increased by approximately 14.36% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: 33.3%).

Significant dilution: Heavy share issuance is diluting existing shareholders. Even if total dividends paid increase, your dividend per share may stagnate or decline.

Has SBLK ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Jun 20, 2016 with a ratio of 1:5.

This was a reverse split: Multiple shares were consolidated into fewer shares, increasing the price per share. This is sometimes used to meet exchange listing requirements and can be a warning sign if the company is struggling.

Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
2006 397,100
2007 612,200 +54.17%
2008 813,300 +32.85%
2009 814,000 +0.09%
2010 844,900 +3.8%
2011 1,073,000 +27%
2012 1,081,000 +0.75%
2013 5,729,100 +429.98%
2014 19,524,700 +240.8%
2015 43,824,100 +124.45%
2016 56,721,400 +29.43%
2017 64,259,900 +13.29%
2018 92,515,700 +43.97%
2019 95,923,000 +3.68%
2020 99,019,900 +3.23%
2021 102,285,200 +3.3%
2022 102,724,900 +0.43%
2023 87,364,400 -14.95%
2024 118,324,100 +35.44%
2025 114,247,700 -3.45%

Key Metric Definitions

Dividend Yield
Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
Payout Ratio
Percentage of earnings paid as dividends. Below 60% = safe, above 100% = unsustainable.
Payout FCF
Percentage of Free Cash Flow paid as dividends. More reliable than Payout Ratio since it measures actual cash.
Growth Rate (CAGR)
Compound annual growth rate of dividends over the last 5 years.
Consistency
Reliability of dividend payments over lifetime. Penalizes cuts and pauses.
Yield on Cost
Your effective yield if you bought 5 years ago. Shows dividend growth impact over time.
Streak
Consecutive years of dividend payments. 25+ years = Dividend Aristocrat.
Dividend Rating
Proprietary score (0-100) combining yield, growth, safety and consistency.

Last update: 2026-02-01 02:17