MORN — Morningstar, Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Financial Services sector| Metric | MORN | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.04% | 3.27% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | 3.74% | 5.31% |
| Payout Ratio | 21.0% | 36.0% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 17 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | -38.9% | 8.8% |
Grades compare this stock to Financial Services sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
12.35%
3-Year Growth
8.12%
5-Year Growth
3.74%
10-Year Growth
9.13%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Apr 2, 2026
Next Payment
Apr 30, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Jan 2, 2026
Last Payment
Jan 30, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2, 2026 | $0.5000 | 0.00% |
| Jul 10, 2026 | $0.5000 | 0.00% |
| Apr 2, 2026 | $0.5000 | 0.00% |
| Jan 2, 2026 | $0.5000 | +9.89% |
| Oct 3, 2025 | $0.4550 | 0.00% |
| Jul 11, 2025 | $0.4550 | 0.00% |
| Apr 4, 2025 | $0.4550 | 0.00% |
| Jan 3, 2025 | $0.4550 | +12.35% |
| Oct 4, 2024 | $0.4050 | 0.00% |
| Jul 12, 2024 | $0.4050 | 0.00% |
| Apr 4, 2024 | $0.4050 | 0.00% |
| Jan 4, 2024 | $0.4050 | +8.00% |
| Oct 5, 2023 | $0.3750 | 0.00% |
| Jul 6, 2023 | $0.3750 | 0.00% |
| Apr 5, 2023 | $0.3750 | 0.00% |
| Jan 5, 2023 | $0.3750 | +4.17% |
| Oct 17, 2022 | $0.3600 | 0.00% |
| Jun 30, 2022 | $0.3600 | 0.00% |
| Mar 31, 2022 | $0.3600 | 0.00% |
| Jan 6, 2022 | $0.3600 | +14.29% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
21.0%
SafeFCF Payout Ratio
17.8%
SafeFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $1.83 | $58.80M |
| Q2 2025 | $2.11 | $62.40M |
| Q3 2025 | $2.18 | $160.10M |
| Q4 2025 | $2.81 | $161.30M |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Morningstar, Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, Morningstar, Inc. (MORN) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 1.04%.
What is MORN's dividend yield?
MORN's current dividend yield is 1.04%. The annual dividend is $1.87.
When is MORN's next ex-dividend date?
MORN's next ex-dividend date is Apr 2, 2026.
How many years has Morningstar, Inc. increased its dividend?
Morningstar, Inc. has increased its dividend for 4 consecutive years.
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About this data
Dividend data sourced from Financial Modeling Prep. Prices updated daily after market close.
Payout ratio — trailing 12-month dividends paid / trailing 12-month net income.
Consecutive years — calendar years with a higher total annual dividend than the prior year.
Growth rates — annualized, comparing the most recent full year total to the total N years prior.
For informational purposes only. Not investment advice.
Data as of March 22, 2026. Source: Financial Modeling Prep. Prices and yields updated daily after market close.