SW
Smurfit WestRock
dividend history, payout ratio & dates
- Stocks
- Consumer Cyclical
- NYSE: SW
- Dividend
Last dividend date: Aug 14, 2026
Dividend yield: 3.63%
Payout ratio: 188.2%
Smurfit WestRock's most recent dividend was on Aug 14, 2026 (ex-date) with a cash dividend payment of $0.452 per share. On an annualized basis, the company has a current payout of $1.79 per share. This brings the dividend yield to 3.63% based on its recent close price.
SW dividend stats
vs. Consumer Cyclical sector
Smurfit WestRock Dividend yield
Smurfit WestRock's dividend yield of 3.63% is higher than the Consumer Cyclical sector, the industry and its peers average. If we compare it with the Consumer Cyclical sector average of 2.36%, Smurfit WestRock's dividend yield is 54% higher.
SW Dividend history
Smurfit WestRock has been paying dividends since 2024. SW has issued five dividends in the last twelve months. The annualized DPS has increased by 22% for the last year. And since the stock price has gone up by 13% from a year ago, the dividend yield has increased by 8%.
Smurfit WestRock Dividend history chart
| Ex-date | Amount | Yield (TTM) |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2026 | $0.452 | 3.63% |
| May 15, 2026 | $0.452 | 4.71% |
| Feb 17, 2026 | $0.452 | 3.43% |
| Nov 14, 2025 | $0.431 | 5.02% |
| Aug 15, 2025 | $0.431 | 3.74% |
| May 16, 2025 | $0.431 | 3.15% |
| Feb 14, 2025 | $0.431 | 1.93% |
| Nov 15, 2024 | $0.303 | 1.17% |
| Aug 15, 2024 | $0.303 | 0.71% |
Smurfit WestRock dividend payout ratio
Payout ratio
Smurfit WestRock's payout ratio of 188.2% is above the Consumer Cyclical sector, the industry and its peers average. If we compare it with its Consumer Cyclical sector average of 41%, Smurfit WestRock's payout ratio is 359% higher.
Total amount of dividends paid per financial year (from cash flow)
SW dividend vs peer dividends
| Name | Dividend yield | DPS | Payout ratio |
|---|---|---|---|
| IP International Paper Company | 4.54% | $1.85 | N/A |
| GPK Graphic Packaging Holding Company | 3.86% | $0.44 | 66.7% |
| SON Sonoco Products Co | 3.67% | $2.14 | 33.9% |
| SW Smurfit WestRock plc | 3.63% | $1.79 | 188.2% |
| PKG Packaging Corp Of America | 2.05% | $5.25 | 67.9% |
| SLGN Silgan Holdings Inc | 1.93% | $0.82 | 32% |
| BALL Ball Corp | 1.29% | $0.8 | 22.6% |
Frequently asked questions
Does Smurfit WestRock pay a dividend?
Yes, Smurfit WestRock has paid five dividends in the last 12 months. SW has been paying dividends since 2024.
When was SW's last dividend?
Smurfit WestRock's last dividend ex-date was on Aug 14, 2026. The dividend amount was $0.452 per share.
How much dividend does Smurfit WestRock pay (per share)?
SW has paid dividend of $1.79 per share in the last year.
What is Smurfit WestRock's dividend yield?
Currently Smurfit WestRock's dividend yield is 3.63%.
How often does Smurfit WestRock pay dividends?
Smurfit WestRock has a quarterly dividend frequency.
What is Smurfit WestRock's dividend payout ratio?
Smurfit WestRock's dividend payout ratio is 188.2%.
Does Smurfit WestRock pay a good dividend?
Smurfit WestRock's dividend yield is more than the Consumer Cyclical sector average.
Special dividends are included in TTM DPS and yield.