Microsoft Corp Dividend Yield
Data as of August 04, 2026
Dividend Yield
0.75%
Annual Dividend
$3.64
Stock Price
$487.65
Market Cap
$3.45T
How It's Calculated
0.75% = $3.64 ÷ $487.65 × 100
What This Means
Microsoft Corp's dividend yield of 0.75% is relatively low, which is common for companies that prioritize reinvesting earnings for growth over distributing dividends.
About Microsoft Corp
Microsoft Corp (MSFT) operates in the Technology sector, specifically in Technology. With a market capitalization of about $3.45T, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $487.65, within a 52-week range of $349.20 to $555.45 (-12.2% from the high, +39.6% from the low). Beta of 1.11 is broadly in line with typical market sensitivity.
Trailing profit margin is about 40.3%, signaling a strong profit margin relative to many peers.
Understanding This Metric
Dividend yield measures annual cash distributions relative to share price. For Microsoft Corp, yield should be read alongside payout sustainability and free cash flow. In Technology, income investors often compare yield with peers, but a very high yield can sometimes signal payout stress rather than value.
Sector Comparison
Among Technology names on our S&P 100 coverage, Microsoft Corp's dividend yield of 0.75% can be compared with peers such as AAPL (0.36%), ORCL (1.41%), IBM (2.99%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Technology stocks.
Key Takeaways
- MSFT is grouped in the Technology sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 1.11 suggests higher-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 40.3% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does MSFT pay a dividend?
Yes — Microsoft Corp currently shows an annual dividend rate of about $3.64 per share on this data snapshot.
How is dividend yield calculated for MSFT?
Dividend yield = annual dividend per share ÷ stock price × 100. With price and dividend inputs here, MSFT's yield is about 0.75%. Verify ex-dividend dates and payout changes on the issuer's investor relations site.
How does 0.75% compare to sector peers?
In Technology, peer yields such as IBM (2.99%), INTU (1.51%), ORCL (1.41%) help frame MSFT's 0.75%. Very high yields can signal value or payout stress.
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