Magna International Inc. (MGA) Dividend History
Income profile from 1985 to 2026 with payout safety and yield-on-cost trend
MGA Dividend Income Check
Safety
65.6% payout ratio with watch safety profile.
Consistency
16 straight years of dividend increases.
Income Trend
Yield on cost is 2.8% and trend is rising.
MGA Dividend Scorecard
Yield & Income
Payout Safety
Growth
Total Returns
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MGA Income Growth Story
Dividend per share and yield on cost over time (41 years of payments)
MGA Dividend Safety Story
EPS is the container — dividend is what's drawn out
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Dividend Analysis
Payout Safety
Magna International Inc. distributes 65.6% of earnings as dividends (Watch). When measured against free cash flow—a stricter test—the payout ratio stands at 25.4%, rated "Well Covered".
Piotroski F-Score: 5/9 — moderate financial health.
Growth Track Record
MGA has raised its dividend for 16 consecutive years, with a 3-year CAGR of 2.5% and 5-year CAGR of 3.9%.
Total Shareholder Returns
Beyond cash dividends, MGA returns capital through share repurchases. The combined picture: 3.0% dividend yield, 0.8% buyback yield, 3.8% total shareholder yield.
Income Trend & Total Return
Yield on cost (5-year basis) has reached 2.8% and is currently rising. The 5-year total return is -16.1%, with dividends contributing 10.5% of that performance.
DRIP Growth
A $10,000 investment made 10 years ago with dividends reinvested would have grown to approximately $20,575 today.
MGA Recent Dividend Payments
Last 20 payments · Semi-Annual
| Ex-Date | Amount | Change | Yield % | Payment Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 15, 2026Latest | $0.4950 | — | 3.25% | May 29, 2026 |
| Feb 27, 2026 | $0.4950 | ↑ +2.1% | 3.09% | Mar 13, 2026 |
| Nov 14, 2025 | $0.4850 | — | 3.95% | Nov 28, 2025 |
| Aug 15, 2025 | $0.4850 | — | 4.36% | Aug 29, 2025 |
| May 16, 2025 | $0.4850 | — | 5.23% | May 30, 2025 |
| Feb 28, 2025 | $0.4850 | ↑ +2.1% | 5.24% | Mar 14, 2025 |
| Nov 15, 2024 | $0.4750 | — | 4.33% | Nov 29, 2024 |
| Aug 16, 2024 | $0.4750 | — | 4.62% | Aug 30, 2024 |
MGA Dividend vs Peers
Comparable companies in the same industry
| Company | Mkt Cap | Yield | Payout | Streak | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1st | $18.2B | 3.0% | 65.6% | 16 | Watch |
| $14.8B | 0.8% | 43.0% | 1 | Sustainable | |
3rd | $7.1B | 2.2% | 37.7% | 0 | Sustainable |
2nd | $8.8B | 2.6% | 32.4% | 5 | Sustainable |
| $3.1B | 0.5% | 7.5% | 1 | Sustainable | |
| $3.9B | 1.3% | 63.5% | 0 | Watch |
MGA Annual Dividend History (1985–2026)
42 years of dividend data
| Year | DPS | YoY | Pmts | EPS | Payout | Coverage | YOC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026YTD | $0.99 | — | 2 | — | — | — | 1.4% |
| 2025 | $1.94 | 2.1% | 4 | $2.99 | 64.9% | 1.54x | 2.8% |
| 2024 | $1.90 | 3.3% | 4 | $3.52 | 54.0% | 1.85x | 2.7% |
| 2023 | $1.84 | 2.2% | 4 | $4.23 | 43.5% | 2.30x | 2.6% |
| 2022 | $1.80 | 4.7% | 4 | $2.03 | 88.7% | 1.13x | 2.6% |
| 2021 | $1.72 | 7.5% | 4 | $5.00 | 34.4% | 2.91x | 2.5% |
| 2020 | $1.60 | 9.6% | 4 | $2.52 | 63.5% | 1.57x | 2.3% |
| 2019 | $1.46 | 10.7% | 4 | $5.59 | 26.1% | 3.83x | 2.1% |
| 2018 | $1.32 | 19.9% | 4 | $6.61 | 20.0% | 5.01x | 1.9% |
| 2017 | $1.10 | 10.3% | 4 | $5.90 | 18.6% | 5.36x | 1.6% |
Full Stock Analysis
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Intrinsic Valuation
DCF models, multiple analysis, and analyst estimates.
Historical Returns
41+ years return with dividends reinvested.
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MGA — Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the most common questions about buying MGA stock.
How much dividend does MGA pay per share?
Magna International Inc. (MGA) pays a trailing 12-month dividend of $1.96 per share, with a current dividend yield of +3.0%. Payments are made Semi-Annual.
When is MGA's next ex-dividend date?
MGA's most recent ex-dividend date is N/A. You must own shares before the ex-dividend date to receive the next payment. MGA typically pays dividends Semi-Annual.
Is MGA's dividend safe?
MGA's dividend safety is rated "Watch" based on an earnings payout ratio of +65.6% and FCF payout ratio of +25.4%. With 16 consecutive years of dividend growth, the track record supports sustainability.
Is MGA a Dividend Achiever?
Yes, Magna International Inc. is classified as a Dividend Achiever with 16 consecutive years of dividend increases. The 5-year dividend CAGR is +3.9%, demonstrating modest dividend growth.
How often does MGA pay dividends?
Magna International Inc. pays dividends Semi-Annual. The trailing 12-month total is $1.96 per share. Dividend data on this page covers 41+ years from 1985 to 2026.
How much would $10,000 invested in MGA grow with dividend reinvestment?
With dividends reinvested (DRIP), $10,000 invested in MGA five years ago would be worth approximately $8,392 today. This includes both price appreciation and compounded dividend reinvestment. Use the DRIP calculator above for other time periods.
What is MGA's yield on cost for long-term holders?
MGA's yield on cost — the current dividend divided by the original purchase price — is +2.8% for a 5-year holding period. This means long-term holders earn a higher effective yield than today's +3.0% market yield, thanks to consistent dividend growth.