The Walt Disney Company
S&P 500Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32
Dividend Safety Rating
DIS's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 20.0% earnings payout ratio & 12.7% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 0.7x current ratio & Volatile profit margin stability.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 20.0%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 12.7%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 10.4%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
Risks
- Current Ratio: 0.7xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
- Dividend Cut: YesDividend was cut or suspended in recent history.
- Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.
Payout & Coverage
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WarningAbout The Walt Disney Company
The Walt Disney Company is a global entertainment powerhouse operating across the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific through three primary segments: Entertainment, Sports, and Experiences. Its Entertainment division produces and distributes film and television content via networks like ABC Television Network, Disney, Freeform, FX, Fox, National Geographic, and Star, alongside original programming from Disney Branded Television, FX Productions, Lucasfilm, Marvel, and National Geographic. The Sports segment encompasses ESPN and ESPN+ streaming. Experiences includes theme parks, vacation destinations, and merchandise licensing, leveraging iconic franchises and characters. With a workforce of approximately 233,000 employees, the company drives innovation in streaming services such as Disney+ and Hulu, broadcast and cable networks, movie production, and global consumer products. The Walt Disney Company holds a significant position in the communication services sector, particularly entertainment, influencing media consumption, live events, and cultural trends worldwide.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
0.69%
Annual Dividend
$0.75
Frequency
Annual
Payout Ratio
20.00%
FCF Payout Ratio
12.72%
Stock Price
$108.02
52-Week Range
$92.19 – $124.69
Dividend History (2016–2025)
DIS annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
DIS earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
June 30, 2026
Next Payment Date
July 22, 2026
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
0.00%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
0.00%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
-0.91%
3-Year Total Growth
0.00%
5-Year Total Growth
0.00%
10-Year Total Growth
-8.76%
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