Microsoft Boosts Quarterly Dividend by 8%

Microsoft Corp. (NASDAQ: MSFT) has declared an increased quarterly dividend of $0.98 per share, representing an 8% increase from the previous quarter's payment.

The dividend will be paid on December 10, 2026, to shareholders of record as of November 19, 2026, with the ex-dividend date also set for November 19.

Microsoft's board of directors announced the decision, citing continued confidence in the company's financial position and cash generation capacity.

The move follows a pattern of steady capital returns maintained by Microsoft over successive quarters, reinforcing its reputation as a reliable income-generating stock.