SW
Smurfit WestRock
dividend history, payout ratio & dates
- Stocks
- Consumer Cyclical
- NYSE: SW
- Dividend
Last dividend date: May 15, 2026
Dividend yield: 3.93%
Payout ratio: 241.9%
Smurfit WestRock's most recent dividend was on May 15, 2026 (ex-date) with a cash dividend payment of $0.452 per share. On an annualized basis, the company has a current payout of $1.77 per share. This brings the dividend yield to 4.08% based on its recent close price.
SW dividend stats
vs. Consumer Cyclical sector
Smurfit WestRock Dividend yield
Smurfit WestRock's dividend yield of 4.08% is higher than the Consumer Cyclical sector, the industry and its peers average. If we compare it with the Consumer Cyclical sector average of 2.55%, Smurfit WestRock's dividend yield is 60% higher.
SW Dividend history
Smurfit WestRock has been paying dividends since 2024. SW has issued four quarterly dividends in the last twelve months. The annualized DPS has increased by 20% for the last year. And since the stock price has gone up by 3.2% from a year ago, the dividend yield has increased by 17%.
Smurfit WestRock Dividend history chart
| Ex-date | Amount | Yield (TTM) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 241.9% is above the Consumer Cyclical sector, the industry and its peers average. If we compare it with its Consumer Cyclical sector average of 44.5%, Smurfit WestRock's payout ratio is 444% 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 Co | 5.04% | $1.85 | N/A |
| SON Sonoco Products Co | 4.2% | $2.13 | 20.8% |
| GPK Graphic Packaging Holding Co | 4% | $0.44 | 47.3% |
| SW Smurfit WestRock plc | 3.93% | $1.77 | 241.9% |
| PKG Packaging Corp Of America | 2.16% | $5 | 60.6% |
| SLGN Silgan Holdings Inc | 2% | $0.82 | 30.7% |
| BALL Ball Corp. | 1.39% | $0.8 | 23% |
Frequently asked questions
Does Smurfit WestRock pay a dividend?
Yes, Smurfit WestRock has paid four 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 May 15, 2026. The dividend amount was $0.452 per share.
How much dividend does Smurfit WestRock pay (per share)?
SW has paid dividend of $1.77 per share in the last year.
What is Smurfit WestRock's dividend yield?
Currently Smurfit WestRock's dividend yield is 4.08%.
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 241.9%.
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.