DSX
Diana Shipping
dividend history, payout ratio & dates
- Stocks
- Industrials
- NYSE: DSX
- Dividend
Last dividend date: Aug 21, 2026
Dividend yield: 1.35%
Payout ratio: 8.2%
Diana Shipping's latest dividend was on Aug 21, 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 1.35% based on its recent close price.
DSX dividend stats
vs. Industrials sector
Diana Shipping Dividend yield
Diana Shipping's dividend yield of 1.35% is below the Industrials sector and the industry average. Compared to its Industrials sector average of 1.49%, Diana Shipping's dividend yield is 9% lower. The historical 5-year average of DSX's dividend yield is 10.7%, 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 remained the same since twelve months ago. But with the price of the stock up by 81% from a year ago, the dividend yield has a decrease of 45%.
Diana Shipping Dividend history chart
| Ex-date | Amount | Yield (TTM) |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | $0.01 | 1.48% |
| 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 32.9%, Diana Shipping's payout ratio is 75% lower.
Total amount of dividends paid per financial year (from cash flow)
DSX dividend vs peer dividends
| Name | Dividend yield | DPS | Payout ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| SBLK Star Bulk Carriers Corp | 5.9% | $1.88 | 73.4% |
| ESEA Euroseas Ltd | 4.68% | $3.6 | 18.4% |
| DSX Diana Shipping Inc | 1.35% | $0.04 | 8.2% |
| NMM Navios Maritime Partners L.P. | 0.24% | $0.22 | N/A |
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 Aug 21, 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 1.35%.
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 below the Industrials sector average.
Special dividends are included in TTM DPS and yield.