Disney has declared a semi-annual cash dividend of $.88 per share. The dividend will be paid on July 25, 2019 to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 8, 2019. For those wondering how the 21st Century Fox acquisition would impact dividend payments, the semi-annual distribution is the same as the January dividend.
What They Are Saying:
- Bob Iger, Chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company: We are pleased to deliver another substantial dividend to shareholders, reflecting our strong performance in the first half of fiscal 2019. With the upcoming launch of our Disney+ service and a greatly expanded portfolio of powerful brands and businesses from our acquisition of 21st Century Fox, we’re confident that the company is extremely well-positioned for continued growth.
Recent Dividend History:
Here is a history of recent Disney dividends
- January 10, 2019: $.88
- July 26, 2018: $.84
- January 11, 2018: $.84
- July 27, 2017: $.78
- January 11, 2017: $.78
- July 28, 2017: $.71
- January 11, 2017: $.71