Microsoft Corp.

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Microsoft Corp.

Microsoft Corp. is a leading technology company that develops, licenses, and supports a broad portfolio of consumer and enterprise software, services, devices, and solutions. Founded in 1975 by Bill Gates and Paul Allen and headquartered in Redmond, Washington, it operates through three primary segments: Productivity and Business Processes, which includes legacy Microsoft Office, cloud-based Office 365, Exchange, SharePoint, Skype, LinkedIn, and Dynamics; Intelligent Cloud, encompassing Azure infrastructure and platform-as-a-service, Windows Server OS, and SQL Server; and More Personal Computing, featuring Windows Client, Xbox gaming, Bing search, display advertising, Surface devices, and HoloLens. With approximately 228,000 employees, Microsoft Corp. drives digital transformation via its intelligent cloud and edge computing initiatives, empowering individuals and organizations worldwide. Renowned for Windows operating systems and the Office productivity suite, it holds significant influence in public cloud computing, enterprise software, gaming, and hardware, maintaining a substantial market presence in the technology sector.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.89%

Annual Dividend

$3.56

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

21.28%

FCF Payout Ratio

32.64%

Stock Price

$372.74

52-Week Range

$344.79 – $555.45

Dividend Health Score

Very Safe

Dividend Health Assessment

MSFT's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 21.3% earnings payout ratio & 32.6% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 10.22% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe

Earnings Payout Ratio

21.3%Very Safe

FCF Payout Ratio

32.6%Very Safe

CFO Payout Ratio

17.8%Very Safe

Interest Coverage

52.8xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe

Net Debt / Total Assets

4.9%Very Safe

Current Ratio

1.4xCaution

Debt-to-Equity

31.5Very Safe

Profitability

Very Safe

Return on Equity

34.4%Very Safe

Operating Margin

47.1%Very Safe

Gross Margin

68.0%Very Safe

Profit Margin Stability

Very StableVery Safe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe

11+ yrsVery Safe

NoneVery Safe

10.2%Very Safe

GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

MSFT annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

MSFT earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

May 21, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 12, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

10.21%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

10.22%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

10.18%

3-Year Total Growth

33.86%

5-Year Total Growth

62.68%

10-Year Total Growth

163.57%

Income Calculator

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Number of Shares

Total Investment

$37,274.00

Annual Income

$356.00

Quarterly Income

$89.00

Monthly Income

$29.67

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is MSFT's current dividend yield?

Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) currently has a dividend yield of 0.89%, based on a stock price of $372.74 and an annual dividend of $3.56.

When is MSFT's next dividend payment date?

MSFT's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-21 and the next payment date is 2026-03-12. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.

How much does MSFT pay in dividends per year?

Microsoft Corp. paid $3.40 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.

Has MSFT been increasing its dividend?

Microsoft Corp. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 10.22% and a 10-year CAGR of 10.18%.

Is MSFT's dividend safe?

Microsoft Corp. has a payout ratio of 21.28%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 32.64%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.

How is MSFT's Dividend Health Score calculated?

The Dividend Health Score evaluates Microsoft Corp.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for technology companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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