DSX
Diana Shipping
dividend history, payout ratio & dates
- Stocks
- Industrials
- NYSE: DSX
- Dividend
Last dividend date: Jun 10, 2026
Dividend yield: 1.61%
Payout ratio: 8.2%
Diana Shipping's latest dividend was on Jun 10, 2026 (ex-date) with a payout of $0.01 per share. On an annualized basis, the company has a current payout of $0.04 per share. This brings the dividend yield to 1.61% based on its recent close price.
DSX dividend stats
vs. Industrials sector
Diana Shipping Dividend yield
Diana Shipping's dividend yield of 1.61% is above the Industrials sector average but below the industry average. Compared to its Industrials sector average of 1.46%, Diana Shipping's dividend yield is 10% higher. The historical 5-year average of DSX's dividend yield is 11.2%, which is above the current yield.
DSX Dividend history
Diana Shipping has a long history of dividend payments, including the last five consecutive years with dividend payouts. DSX has distributed four dividends in the past year. The annualized dividend per share has a decrease of 62% since twelve months ago. And with the price of the stock up by 58% from a year ago, the dividend yield has a decrease of 76%.
Diana Shipping Dividend history chart
| Ex-date | Amount | Yield (TTM) |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 10, 2026 | $0.01 | 1.72% |
| Mar 11, 2026 | $0.01 | 1.65% |
| Dec 8, 2025 | $0.01 | 2.11% |
| Aug 21, 2025 | $0.01 | 2.47% |
| Jun 17, 2025 | $0.01 | 6.25% |
| Mar 12, 2025 | $0.01 | 9.6% |
| Dec 11, 2024 | $0.01 | 12.77% |
| Aug 15, 2024 | $0.075 | 15.24% |
| Jun 12, 2024 | $0.075 | 15.46% |
| Mar 4, 2024 | $0.075 | 18.1% |
| Nov 24, 2023 | $0.15 | 17.7% |
| Aug 11, 2023 | $0.15 | 16.58% |
| Jun 9, 2023 | $0.15 | 19.84% |
| Mar 10, 2023 | $0.15 | 20.83% |
| Nov 25, 2022 | $0.175 | 22.67% |
| Aug 5, 2022 | $0.275 | 13.75% |
| Jun 3, 2022 | $0.25 | 8.66% |
| Mar 8, 2022 | $0.2 | 5.57% |
| Nov 2, 2021 | $0.1 | 2.12% |
Diana Shipping dividend payout ratio
Payout ratio
Diana Shipping's payout ratio of 8.2% is below the Industrials sector and the industry average. In comparison with its Industrials sector average of 32%, Diana Shipping's payout ratio is 74% lower.
Total amount of dividends paid per financial year (from cash flow)
DSX dividend vs peer dividends
| Name | Dividend yield | DPS | Payout ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| ESEA Euroseas Ltd | 4.88% | $3.6 | 18.9% |
| SBLK Star Bulk Carriers Corp | 3.55% | $1.03 | 40.2% |
| DSX Diana Shipping Inc | 1.61% | $0.04 | 8.2% |
| NMM Navios Maritime Partners L.P. | 0.27% | $0.22 | 2% |
Frequently asked questions
Does Diana Shipping pay a dividend?
Yes, Diana Shipping has paid four dividends in the last twelve months. DSX has been paying dividends since 2021.
When was DSX's last dividend?
Diana Shipping's last regular dividend was on Jun 10, 2026 (ex-date) with the amount of $0.01 per share.
How much dividend does Diana Shipping pay (per share)?
On an annual basis DSX pays $0.04 per share.
What is Diana Shipping's dividend yield?
The current dividend yield of Diana Shipping is 1.61%.
How often does Diana Shipping pay dividends?
Diana Shipping has a quarterly dividend frequency.
What is Diana Shipping's dividend payout ratio?
Diana Shipping's dividend payout ratio is 8.2%.
Does Diana Shipping pay a good dividend?
Diana Shipping's dividend yield is above the Industrials sector average.
Special dividends are included in TTM DPS and yield.