WPC — W. P. Carey Inc.
Dividend Grades
vs Real Estate sector| Metric | WPC | Sector Median |
|---|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 5.37% | 5.61% |
| Dividend Growth (5Y) | -2.80% | 3.81% |
| Payout Ratio | 215.5% | 122.9% |
| Consecutive Years Paid | 14 | 13 |
| 1Y Total Return | +15.2% | 2.7% |
Grades compare this stock to Real Estate sector peers using percentile ranks. A+ = top 10%, F = bottom 10%. See methodology →
1-Year Growth
3.72%
3-Year Growth
-5.15%
5-Year Growth
-2.80%
10-Year Growth
-0.55%
Key Dividend Dates
Next Ex-Date
Mar 31, 2026
Next Payment
Apr 15, 2026
Last Ex-Date
Dec 31, 2025
Last Payment
Jan 15, 2026
Dividend History
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 31, 2026 | $0.9300 | +1.09% |
| Dec 31, 2025 | $0.9200 | +1.10% |
| Sep 30, 2025 | $0.9100 | +1.11% |
| Jun 30, 2025 | $0.9000 | +1.12% |
| Mar 31, 2025 | $0.8900 | +1.14% |
| Dec 31, 2024 | $0.8800 | +0.57% |
| Sep 30, 2024 | $0.8750 | +0.57% |
| Jun 28, 2024 | $0.8700 | +0.58% |
| Mar 27, 2024 | $0.8650 | +0.58% |
| Dec 28, 2023 | $0.8600 | -19.70% |
| Sep 28, 2023 | $1.0710 | +0.19% |
| Jun 29, 2023 | $1.0690 | +0.19% |
| Mar 30, 2023 | $1.0670 | +0.19% |
| Dec 29, 2022 | $1.0650 | +0.38% |
| Sep 29, 2022 | $1.0610 | +0.19% |
| Jun 29, 2022 | $1.0590 | +0.19% |
| Mar 30, 2022 | $1.0570 | +0.19% |
| Dec 30, 2021 | $1.0550 | +0.29% |
| Sep 29, 2021 | $1.0520 | +0.19% |
| Jun 29, 2021 | $1.0500 | +0.19% |
Payout Ratio (Earnings)
215.5%
HighFCF Payout Ratio
62.6%
ModerateFinancial Snapshot
| Period | EPS | FCF |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 2025 | $0.57 | $273.21M |
| Q2 2025 | $0.23 | $403.98M |
| Q4 2025 | $0.67 | $304.63M |
| Q1 2024 | $0.72 | $1.04B |
Analyst Ratings (Last 90 Days)
Peer Comparison
Frequently Asked Questions
Does W. P. Carey Inc. pay a dividend?
Yes, W. P. Carey Inc. (WPC) pays a quarterly dividend with a yield of 5.37%.
What is WPC's dividend yield?
WPC's current dividend yield is 5.37%. The annual dividend is $3.62.
When is WPC's next ex-dividend date?
WPC's next ex-dividend date is Mar 31, 2026.
How many years has W. P. Carey Inc. increased its dividend?
W. P. Carey Inc. has increased its dividend for 1 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.