Microsoft: A Strong Dividend Stock
Low Yield, High Growth
Microsoft (MSFT) has always been a great dividend stock. The company has a long history of paying dividends, and it has consistently increased its dividend payout over time. However, the stock's yield is currently only 0.74%, which is below the average yield for the S&P 500 index. This is because Microsoft's stock price has been rising rapidly in recent years. Despite the low yield, Microsoft is still a good dividend stock for investors who are looking for growth. The company has a strong track record of dividend growth, and its payout ratio is sustainable.
Dividend History
Microsoft has paid a dividend every year since 1985. The company has increased its dividend payout for 18 consecutive years. The following table shows the company's dividend history over the past five years:
| Year | Dividend |
|---|---|
| 2018 | $2.08 |
| 2019 | $2.24 |
| 2020 | $2.48 |
| 2021 | $2.72 |
| 2022 | $3.00 |
Microsoft's dividend yield is currently 0.74%. This is below the average yield for the S&P 500 index, which is currently around 1.5%. However, Microsoft's dividend yield is still higher than the yield on 10-year Treasury bonds, which is currently around 1.3%.
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