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MSFT dividend safety score
Microsoft Corporation · Technology
MSFT scores 70/100 for dividend safety, which means a strong dividend record with low cut risk.
Updated October 29, 2026.
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) has a very low dividend yield of 0.94%, below the 45.29% average of the 184 stocks and funds we score. Its dividend safety score of 70 is above the average of 49, and we rate it Safe.
- Safety rank: #41 of 184 stocks and funds we score
- Pays in: Feb, May, Aug, Nov
- Next ex-dividend date: ~Nov 19, 2026 (estimated)
MSFT dividend per share by year
| Year | Dividend / share | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3.40 | +10.4% |
| 2024 | $3.08 | +10.4% |
| 2023 | $2.79 | +9.8% |
| 2022 | $2.54 | +10.4% |
| 2021 | $2.30 | +10.0% |
| 2020 | $2.09 | +10.6% |
| 2019 | $1.89 | – |
Complete calendar years only. Red bars mark a year the dividend fell by more than 2%.
How MSFT compares
| MSFT | Technology avg | All covered avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety score | 70 | 68 | 49 |
| Dividend yield | 0.94% | 0.64% | 45.29% |
Averages are across 7 Technology stocks and 184 stocks and funds with a safety score on Safe Dividend Tracker.
Expected upcoming MSFT dividend dates
| Estimated ex-dividend date | Estimated amount per share |
|---|---|
| ~Nov 19, 2026 | $0.9100 |
| ~Feb 18, 2027 | $0.9100 |
| ~May 20, 2027 | $0.9100 |
| ~Aug 19, 2027 | $0.9100 |
Estimates based on MSFT's usual payment pattern and last payment. The company sets the real dates and amounts. Confirm with your broker.
How much would MSFT pay you?
| Invested | Per year | Per month |
|---|---|---|
| $1,000 | $9 | $1 |
| $10,000 | $94 | $8 |
| $50,000 | $472 | $39 |
| $100,000 | $945 | $79 |
To earn $1,000 a month from MSFT at today's yield you would need about $1,269,976 invested, roughly 3,297 shares.
Based on the current yield of 0.94%. Yields and prices change, and dividends are not guaranteed.
Recent MSFT dividend payments
| Ex-dividend date | Amount per share |
|---|---|
| Aug 20, 2026 | $0.9100 |
| May 21, 2026 | $0.9100 |
| Feb 19, 2026 | $0.9100 |
| Nov 20, 2025 | $0.9100 |
| Aug 21, 2025 | $0.8300 |
| May 15, 2025 | $0.8300 |
| Feb 20, 2025 | $0.8300 |
| Nov 21, 2024 | $0.8300 |
| Aug 15, 2024 | $0.7500 |
| May 15, 2024 | $0.7500 |
| Feb 14, 2024 | $0.7500 |
| Nov 15, 2023 | $0.7500 |
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Start tracking freeHow we score dividend safety
We score each stock from 0 to 100 using its real dividend history: how many years it has paid, how consistent the payments are, and how the dividend has grown over 1, 3 and 5 years. Scores of 70 and up are rated Safe, 48 to 69 Moderate, 28 to 47 Watch, and below 28 Risky. Read more in our glossary.
MSFT dividend FAQ
Is the MSFT dividend safe?
Microsoft Corporation has a dividend safety score of 70 out of 100, which we rate Safe. That means a strong dividend record with low cut risk. The score looks at how long the dividend has been paid, how steady it has been, and how it has grown. It is not a guarantee.
What is the MSFT dividend yield?
The current dividend yield for MSFT is about 0.94%, based on the latest price and the dividend per share we track.
How often does MSFT pay dividends?
Microsoft Corporation pays dividends quarterly.
How much would $10,000 in MSFT earn in dividends?
At a yield of 0.94%, $10,000 invested in MSFT would pay about $94 a year, or roughly $8 a month. Yields change over time, so this is only an estimate.
When is the next MSFT ex-dividend date?
The next ex-dividend date for MSFT is expected around November 19, 2026 (an estimate based on its payment pattern). Confirm with your broker or the fund company before you trade.