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KT Dividend History & Analysis | 4.2% Yield

KT has a dividend yield of 4.2% and paid 0.78 USD per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 4.18%
Dividends per Share 12m 0.78
Dividend Growth Rate CAGR 5y -2.17%
Overall Dividend Rating 39.87%
Yield on Cost 5y 10.49%
Payout Ratio 55.2%
Payouts in the last 12m 4
Payout Consistency 5y -61.21%

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.
Number of Payouts Yearly This chart shows the number of dividend payouts per year. The exact values for each year can be found in the structured dataset with the html-id #yearly_dividend_dataset below.
5 Years Chart with Price and Dividend Yield This chart shows the dividend yield and price over the last 5 years in one graph. The price axis is on the left and the dividend yield axis is on the right.
Total Return 12m: 33.6% (S&P 500: 18.9%)
Total Return 5y: 169% (S&P 500: 111.4%)

Top Dividend Payers in Integrated Telecommunication Services

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap (USD) Dividend Yield TTM Yield on Cost (purchase 5y ago)
ORA 43,333 M 8.32% 15.5%
TELIA 15,288 M 8.63% 12.1%
FNTN 3,849 M 7.04% 14.9%
TEF 29,939 M 6.64% 12.7%
BCE 22,891 M 8.76% 6.73%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
Symbol Market Cap (USD) Growth Rate (CAGR) Payout Consistency
FNTN 3,849 M 113% 73.8%
OPL 3,334 M 24.3% 54.4%
TU 24,358 M 4.85% 96.0%
VZ 186,108 M 1.57% 97.7%
DTE 176,127 M -8.49% 75.7%

Similar Stocks with Attractive Dividends - Compare KT Dividends with its Peer-Group

FNTN
freenet
 7.04% Yield
TU
Telus
 7.60% Yield
OPL
OrangePL
 6.08% Yield
ORA
Orange S.A.
 8.32% Yield
KPN
Koninklijke KPN
 4.46% Yield
TLK
Telkom Indonesia
 7.33% Yield

KT Dividend History: Last 32 Payments (USD) as of September 2025

Ex-Dividend Date Record Date Payment Date Period Dividend per Share Dividend Growth Rate QoQ Payout Yield
2025-07-30 2025-07-30 2025-08-21 Quarterly 0.2164 3.5% 1.07%
2025-03-31 2025-03-31 2025-05-07 Quarterly 0.209 19.4% 1.19%
2025-02-28 2025-02-28 2025-04-23 Quarterly 0.175 -3.3% 1.03%
2024-09-30 2024-09-30 2024-11-07 Quarterly 0.181 0.6% 1.17%
2024-06-28 2024-06-28 2024-08-06 Quarterly 0.18 -1.1% 1.32%
2024-03-27 2024-03-28 2024-05-20 Other 0.182 -74.4% 1.27%
2023-12-28 2023-12-29 2024-05-03 Annual 0.711 -2.5% 5.22%
2022-12-29 2022-12-30 2023-05-04 Annual 0.729 -3.4% 5.34%
2021-12-30 2021-12-31 2022-05-04 Annual 0.7547 24.5% 5.85%
2020-12-30 2020-12-31 2021-05-05 Annual 0.6064 36.4% 5.5%
2019-12-30 2019-12-31 2020-04-29 Annual 0.4444 -6.3% N/A
2018-12-30 2018-12-31 2019-05-03 Annual 0.4744 1.5% N/A
2017-12-28 2017-12-29 2018-04-27 Annual 0.4673 33.2% N/A
2016-12-29 2016-12-30 2017-04-28 Annual 0.3509 59.9% N/A
2015-12-30 2015-12-31 2016-04-28 Annual 0.2195 -43% N/A
2013-12-30 2013-12-31 2014-04-25 Other 0.3847 -56.4% N/A
2012-12-30 2012-12-31 2013-04-18 Annual 0.883 0.3% N/A
2011-12-29 2011-12-30 2012-04-20 Other 0.8804 -20.6% N/A
2010-12-30 2010-12-31 2011-04-15 Annual 1.1085 24.6% N/A
2009-12-30 2009-12-31 2010-04-13 Annual 0.8898 125% N/A
2008-12-30 2008-12-31 2009-03-27 Annual 0.3955 -59.3% N/A
2007-12-27 2007-12-31 2008-03-25 Annual 0.9721 -8.5% N/A
2006-12-28 2006-12-29 2007-04-06 Annual 1.0621 9.2% N/A
2005-12-28 2005-12-30 2006-04-07 Other 0.973 97.4% N/A
2005-06-28 2005-06-30 2005-08-24 Other 0.493 55% N/A
2005-01-07 2004-12-31 2005-04-15 Other 0.318 -26% N/A
2004-06-28 2004-06-30 2004-08-31 Other 0.43 19.1% N/A
2003-12-29 2003-12-31 2004-04-16 Annual 0.361 20.7% N/A
2002-12-27 2002-12-31 2003-05-09 Annual 0.299 26.7% N/A
2001-12-27 2001-12-31 2002-05-10 Annual 0.236 14% N/A
2000-12-27 2000-12-29 2001-05-01 Annual 0.207 4.5% N/A
1999-12-29 1999-12-31 2000-05-19 Other 0.198 0% N/A

KT Dividend FAQ

KT Corporation is a leading South Korean telecommunications company that offers a diverse range of services, including mobile and fixed-line telecommunications, broadband internet, media and content, financial services, and information technology. The companys extensive service portfolio is a key strength, enabling it to maintain a strong presence in the domestic market and expand its reach internationally.

What is the Dividend Yield of KT?

As of September 2025, KT`s dividend yield is 4.18%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 0.78 USD by the current share price of 20.05.

Does KT pay a dividend?

As of September 2025, KT paid a dividend of 0.78 USD in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2025-07-30 and the payout was 0.21637 USD.

How often does KT pay dividends?

KT pays dividends quarterly. Over the last 12 months, KT has issued 4 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2025-07-30.

Will KT pay dividends in 2025?

The latest dividend paid per share was 0.21637 USD with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2025-07-30. The next Ex-Dividend date for KT (KT) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for KT?

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

What is the Dividend Growth of KT?

KT's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is -2.17% per year.
Negative growth: KT's Dividend growth is negative and declining.

What is the Yield on Cost of KT?

KT's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 10.5%. If you bought KT's shares at 7.45 USD five years ago, your current annual dividend income (0.78 USD per share, trailing 12 months) equals 10.5% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of KT?

KT Payout Consistency is 83.4%. 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.
Moderately consistent: KT has a good track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does KT have a good Dividend Yield?

KT`s 4.18% Dividend Yield is considered as good. Make sure the dividend is sustainable: Check the Payouts-Ratio over time.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of KT?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of KT is 55.2%. Healthy - Leaves room for growth and provides some protection to maintain dividends even in a recession.

What is the Dividend Rating of KT?

KT`s Overall Dividend Rating is 39.87%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

KT Outstanding Shares Analysis

What is the Trend in KT`s Outstanding Shares (CAGR)?

KT`s outstanding shares have increased by approximately 6.60% annually over the past 3 years (Correlation: -24.2%), negatively influencing the share price.

Has KT ever had a Stock Split?

No Stock Splits found.
Year Number of Shares Annual Growth Rate
1999 603,207,500
2000 631,616,100 +4.71%
2001 629,546,100 -0.33%
2002 505,225,200 -19.75%
2003 445,070,400 -11.91%
2004 421,104,200 -5.38%
2005 434,246,200 +3.12%
2006 423,956,000 -2.37%
2007 411,782,800 -2.87%
2008 404,313,500 -1.81%
2009 469,584,900 +16.14%
2010 486,431,700 +3.59%
2011 522,223,600 +7.36%
2012 486,429,300 -6.85%
2013 487,742,300 +0.27%
2014 522,223,600 +7.07%
2015 489,699,600 -6.23%
2016 489,943,300 +0.05%
2017 609,190,871,400 +124239.06%
2018 489,717,700 -99.92%
2019 490,305,900 +0.12%
2020 490,744,100 +0.09%
2021 468,751,600 -4.48%
2022 512,085,400 +9.24%
2023 492,826,800 -3.76%
2024 491,665,900 -0.24%
2025 486,846,000 -0.98%

Key Metric Definitions

  • Dividend Yield: Annual dividend per share divided by current share price.
  • Dividend Growth Rate: Compound annual growth rate of annual dividend per share over the last 5 years.
  • Payout Ratio: Percentage of earnings paid as dividends (TTM).
  • Payout Consistency: % of eligible periods with uninterrupted or increased dividends, measured over the entire lifetime of the stock or fund.
  • Payout Frequency: Number of dividends paid in the last 12m (TTM).
  • Overall Dividend Rating: Proprietary composite score, quantified on a scale from 0 to +100. Ratings surpassing 70 are regarded as favorable, while those exceeding 85 are strong.
  • Total Return: Price appreciation plus dividends over specified period.
  • Market Cap: Figures are in millions of the corresponding currency.

Last update: 2025-09-16 04:10