What is WPC's current dividend yield?

W. P. Carey Inc. (WPC) has a dividend yield of 5.25%, paying $3.76 per share annually.

How often does WPC pay dividends?

W. P. Carey Inc. typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The annual dividend totals $3.76 per share.

When is WPC's next ex-dividend date?

The most recent ex-dividend date for W. P. Carey Inc. was June 30, 2026. Ex-dividend dates are typically announced a few weeks before the payment date.

What is WPC's dividend growth rate?

W. P. Carey Inc. has a 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -2.0%. The 10-year CAGR is -0.3%.

What is WPC's payout ratio?

W. P. Carey Inc. has a payout ratio of 1%, meaning it distributes 1% of its earnings as dividends. This leaves significant room for dividend growth.

W. P. Carey Inc. (WPC) Dividend Analysis

Comprehensive dividend yield, safety, growth, and income analysis for WPC.

W. P. Carey Inc. (WPC) pays an attractive 5.25% dividend yield, or $3.76 per share annually at a stock price of $71.05. WPC has increased its dividend for 1 consecutive year. The payout ratio of 1% is well within sustainable levels, leaving room for future increases. Earnings cover the dividend 0.8x. Dividend growth is slowing — the 3-year CAGR of -3.9% trails the 5-year rate of -2.0% and the 10-year rate of -0.3%. The most recent ex-dividend date was June 30, 2026.

Dividend Overview

W. P. Carey Inc. (WPC) pays an attractive 5.25% dividend yield, or $3.76 per share annually at a stock price of $71.05. WPC has increased its dividend for 1 consecutive year.

Dividend Yield

5.25%

Annual Dividend

$3.76

Share Price

$71.05

Ex-Dividend Date

Jun 30, 2026

Consecutive Years

1 yrs

Sector

Real Estate

Dividend Safety

Safe

The payout ratio of 1% is well within sustainable levels, leaving room for future increases.

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DRIP Projection

$10,000 invested in WPC with dividends reinvested would grow to approximately $15,971 after 10 years, generating roughly $682/year in dividend income. This projection assumes the current 5.25% yield and a -2.0% annual dividend growth rate with all dividends reinvested.

Year	Portfolio Value	Annual Income	Total Return
Year 1	$10,525	$541	+5%
Year 5	$12,787	$606	+28%
Year 10	$15,971	$682	+60%
Year 15	$19,525	$752	+95%
Year 20	$23,415	$814	+134%

Assumes constant share price and reinvestment at current price. Actual results will vary. Try our DRIP Calculator for a customized projection with real historical data.