BMW Dividend History & Analysis | 11.3% Yield

BMW has a dividend yield of 11.3% and paid 4.4 EUR per share in the last 12M. Complete payout history, full analyses and peer comparison.

Yield 12m 11.30%
Payout Ratio 77.8%
Growth Rate CAGR 5y 4.87%
Consistency Lifetime 90.9%
Yield on Cost 5y 7.19%
Payout FCF -
Streak Years -
Dividend Rating 45.55%
Dividends Cash Amount per Share Yearly This chart shows the yearly cash amount paid as dividends per share.
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.
■ Payout Yield (right) ■ Price (left) ┅┅ Avg Payout Yield

Top Dividend Payers in Automobile Manufacturers

Top 5 Dividend Yields of Peer-Group
SYMBOL MARKET CAP USD YIELD TTM YIELD ON COST 5y
VOW3 51,252 M 6.52% 8.49%
F 57,698 M 6.22% 6.67%
HMC 31,114 M 4.80% 5.32%
TM 248,103 M 1.57% 2.15%
RACE 57,264 M 1.16% 2.28%
Top 5 Dividend Growth Rates of Peer-Group
SYMBOL MARKET CAP USD GROWTH RATE CONSISTENCY
RNO 9,469 M 196.65% 69.7%
F 57,698 M 65.49% 75.1%
GM 70,104 M 46.85% 78.1%
RACE 57,264 M 36.23% 97.5%
P911 49,048 M 51.23% 98.8%
BMW Dividend History: Last 44 Payments (EUR) as of May 2026
EX-DATE RECORD PAYMENT PERIOD DIV/SHARE GROWTH PAYOUT YIELD
2026-05-14 2026-05-19 Final 4.4 +2.3% 5.7%
2025-05-15 2025-05-19 Final 4.3 -28.3% 5.51%
2024-05-16 2024-05-21 Final 6 -29.4% 6.19%
2023-05-12 2023-05-16 Final 8.5 +46.6% 8.48%
2022-05-12 2022-05-16 Final 5.8 +250.5% 7.67%
2021-05-14 2021-05-18 Final 1.6549 -12.9% N/A
2021-05-13 1.9 -24% N/A
2020-05-15 2020-05-19 Final 2.5 -28.6% N/A
2019-05-17 2019-05-21 Final 3.5 -12.5% N/A
2018-05-18 2018-05-22 Final 4 +14.3% N/A
2017-05-12 2017-05-16 Final 3.5 +9.4% N/A
2016-05-13 2016-05-13 Final 3.2 +10.3% N/A
2015-05-14 2015-05-14 Final 2.9 +11.5% N/A
2014-05-16 2014-05-16 Final 2.6 +4% N/A
2013-05-15 2013-05-15 Final 2.5 +8.7% N/A
2012-05-17 2.3 +76.9% N/A
2011-05-16 2011-05-16 Final 1.3 +333.3% N/A
2010-05-17 2010-05-17 Final 0.3 0% N/A
2009-05-15 0.3 0% N/A
2008-12-31 2008-12-31 Final 0.3 -71.7% N/A
2008-05-09 1.06 -47% N/A
2008-04-24 2 +88.7% N/A
2007-12-31 2007-12-31 Final 1.06 +51.4% N/A
2007-05-16 0.7 -52.7% N/A
2007-01-30 1.48 +111.4% N/A
2006-12-31 2006-12-31 Final 0.7 +9.4% N/A
2006-05-17 0.64 -51.5% N/A
2006-02-10 1.32 +112.9% N/A
2005-05-13 0.62 -49.6% N/A
2005-02-04 1.23 +112.1% N/A
2004-05-14 0.58 -45.3% N/A
2004-02-06 1.06 +103.8% N/A
2003-05-16 0.52 -50.9% N/A
2003-02-14 1.06 +103.8% N/A
2002-05-17 0.52 -73.5% N/A
2002-02-11 1.96 +326.1% N/A
2001-05-16 0.46 +15% N/A
2000-05-17 0.4 -96.1% N/A
1999-05-19 10.2259 0% N/A
1998-05-13 10.2257 +33.3% N/A
1997-05-16 7.6693 +11.1% N/A
1996-05-15 6.9025 +8% N/A
1995-05-18 6.3912 0% N/A
1994-05-20 6.3912 0% N/A

BMW Dividend FAQ

Bayerische Motoren Werke Aktiengesellschaft (BMW) is a Munich-based premium vehicle manufacturer operating through Automotive, Motorcycles, and Financial Services segments. The company maintains a multi-brand portfolio consisting of BMW, MINI, and Rolls-Royce, supported by a global distribution network of retail outlets and independent dealerships.

What is the Dividend Yield of BMW?

As of May 2026, BMW's dividend yield is 11.30%. This is calculated by dividing the trailing 12-month dividend rate (TTM rate) of 4.40 EUR by the current share price of 74.40.

Does BMW pay a dividend?

As of May 2026, BMW paid a dividend of 4.40 EUR in the last 12 months. The last dividend was paid on 2026-05-14 and the payout was 4.4 EUR.

How often does BMW pay dividends?

BMW pays dividends annually. Over the last 12 months, BMW has issued 1 dividend payments. The last dividend payment was made on 2026-05-14.

BMW dividend forecast

Based on historical data, the forecasted dividend per share for BMW for the next payment is 6.022 (+36.9%). This represents a strong dividend growth compared to the last payment. The expected Yield for the next 12 months is about 8.09%.

Will BMW pay dividends in 2026?

The latest dividend paid per share was 4.4 EUR with an Ex-Dividend Date of 2026-05-14. The next Ex-Dividend date for Bayerische Motoren Werke (BMW) is currently unknown.

What is the next Ex-Dividend Date for BMW?

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

What is the Dividend Growth of BMW?

BMW's average dividend growth rate over the past 5 years is 4.87% per year. Strong growth: BMW's dividend growth is outpacing inflation.

What is the Yield on Cost of BMW?

BMW's 5-Year Yield on Cost is 7.19%. If you bought BMW's shares at 61.22 EUR five years ago, your current annual dividend income (4.40 EUR per share, trailing 12 months) equals 7.19% of your original purchase price.

What is the Payout Consistency of BMW?

BMW Payout Consistency is 90.9%. 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: Bayerische Motoren Werke has a strong track record of consistent dividend payments over its lifetime.

Does BMW have a good Dividend Yield?

BMW's 11.30% Dividend Yield is considered as very high. This is usually only sustainable for REITs, Asset Managements, MLPs or Covered Call ETFs.

What is the Dividend Payout Ratio of BMW?

The Dividend Payout Ratio of BMW is 77.8%. Moderate - Typically an acceptable payout ratio.

What is the Dividend Rating of BMW?

BMW's Overall Dividend Rating is 45.55%. Ratings surpassing 65% are regarded as acceptable, exceeding 75% are favorable and surpassing 85% are strong.

BMW Outstanding Shares Analysis
The Chart shows the outstanding shares over time per year.

What is the Trend in BMW's Outstanding Shares?

Bayerische Motoren Werke's outstanding shares have decreased by approximately 2.03% annually over the past 3 years (Trend Reliability: -85.4%). Shareholder-friendly: The company is actively buying back shares, reducing the share count. This increases earnings per share and often leads to higher dividends per share over time, as profits are distributed among fewer shareholders.

Has BMW ever had a Stock Split?

Yes, the last stock split was on Aug 23, 1999 with a ratio of 71371:2745. This was a forward split: Each share became 26 shares, lowering the price proportionally. The dividend per share was also adjusted downward by the same ratio, so total dividend income remained unchanged.

YEAR NUMBER OF SHARES ANNUAL GROWTH RATE
2009 653,878,200 0%
2010 654,660,600 +0.12%
2011 655,158,400 +0.08%
2012 655,566,600 +0.06%
2013 655,989,400 +0.06%
2014 656,255,000 +0.04%
2015 656,494,700 +0.04%
2016 656,804,600 +0.05%
2017 657,109,600 +0.05%
2018 657,600,600 +0.07%
2019 658,441,600 +0.13%
2020 659,040,600 +0.09%
2021 661,400,000 +0.36%
2022 646,218,300 -2.3%
2023 633,748,100 -1.93%
2024 622,518,900 -1.77%
2025 607,832,700 -2.36%
2026 605,223,900 -0.43%

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: 2026-05-11 02:16 UTC