SBLK Dividend History & Yield
Star Bulk Carriers Corp. · NasdaqGS
Upcoming dividend payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mon, Sep 14, 2026 (in 5 days) | Sep 27, 2026 | $0.50 | $50.00 | Estimated |
| Thu, Dec 17, 2026 (in 99 days) | Dec 30, 2026 | $0.50 | $50.00 | Estimated |
| Sun, Mar 21, 2027 (in 193 days) | Apr 3, 2027 | $0.50 | $50.00 | Estimated |
| Wed, Jun 23, 2027 (in 287 days) | Jul 6, 2027 | $0.50 | $50.00 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from SBLK's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the company announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $2.00 per share.
Dividend payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual dividends per share
How much SBLK do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 600 | $18,612 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 3,000 | $93,060 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 6,000 | $186,120 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 6.45%. $10,000 in SBLK would currently pay about $645 a year ($54 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
SBLK dividend history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 21, 2026 | Sep 3, 2026 | $0.90 Special | — |
| Jun 12, 2026 | Jun 22, 2026 | $0.50 | +35.1% |
| Mar 9, 2026 | Mar 19, 2026 | $0.37 | +236.4% |
| Dec 5, 2025 | Dec 18, 2025 | $0.11 | +120.0% |
| Aug 28, 2025 | Sep 10, 2025 | $0.05 | +0.0% |
| Jun 6, 2025 | Jun 20, 2025 | $0.05 | -44.4% |
| Mar 4, 2025 | Mar 18, 2025 | $0.09 | -85.0% |
| Dec 5, 2024 | Dec 18, 2024 | $0.60 | -14.3% |
| Aug 27, 2024 | Sep 6, 2024 | $0.70 | -6.7% |
| Jun 6, 2024 | Jun 20, 2024 | $0.75 | +66.7% |
| Mar 11, 2024 | Mar 28, 2024 | $0.45 | +104.5% |
| Dec 4, 2023 | Dec 18, 2023 | $0.22 | -45.0% |
| Aug 21, 2023 | Sep 7, 2023 | $0.40 | +14.3% |
| Jun 6, 2023 | Jun 27, 2023 | $0.35 | -41.7% |
| Feb 27, 2023 | Mar 14, 2023 | $0.60 | -50.0% |
| Nov 29, 2022 | Dec 12, 2022 | $1.20 | -27.3% |
| Aug 24, 2022 | Sep 8, 2022 | $1.65 | +0.0% |
| Jun 2, 2022 | Jun 16, 2022 | $1.65 | +32.0% |
| Mar 1, 2022 | Mar 15, 2022 | $2.00 Special | — |
| Dec 9, 2021 | Dec 22, 2021 | $1.25 | +78.6% |
| Aug 20, 2021 | Sep 8, 2021 | $0.70 | +133.3% |
| May 27, 2021 | Jun 14, 2021 | $0.30 | +500.0% |
| Feb 28, 2020 | Mar 12, 2020 | $0.05 | +0.0% |
| Nov 29, 2019 | Dec 16, 2019 | $0.05 | -95.6% |
Payout risk check
SBLK scores 20/100 on our yield-trap heuristic (low risk).
1 warning flag raised:
- Payment was cut within the last 5 years
This is a rule-based screen computed from public data, not a rating or a recommendation. Read our guide to yield traps for what the signals mean.
About Star Bulk Carriers Corp.
Star Bulk Carriers Corp. provides international seaborne transportation services for dry bulk commodities. The company transports major bulk cargoes, including iron ore, minerals, and grain, as well as minor bulks such as bauxite, fertilizers, and steel products. As of September 4, 2026, the company owned a fleet of 138 dry bulk vessels consisting of Newcastlemax, Capesize, Post Panamax, Kamsarmax, Ultramax, and Supramax vessels aggregate carrying capacity of 13,750,243 dead weight tonnage. Star Bulk Carriers Corp. was incorporated in 2006 and is based in Maroussi, Greece.
Sector: Industrials. Industry: Marine Shipping. First dividend on our records: Feb 21, 2008. 41 payments tracked. Data last refreshed Sep 8, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Report it and we'll fix it.
SBLK dividend FAQ
When is SBLK's next ex-dividend date?
SBLK's next ex-dividend date is Sep 14, 2026 (in 5 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.50 per share, expected on Sep 27, 2026.
How often does SBLK pay dividends?
SBLK pays dividends every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.50 per share with an ex-date of Jun 12, 2026.
What is SBLK's dividend yield?
SBLK's trailing 12-month dividend yield is 6.06%, based on $1.88 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $31.02. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $2.00 per share, is 6.45%.
How much does SBLK pay per share?
SBLK pays about $0.50 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $2.00 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $200.00 a year.
Has SBLK grown or cut its dividend?
Over the last 5 years the regular payout has shrunk at 0.4% a year (+24.1% over the last year). SBLK did cut a regular payment within the last 5 years.
How many shares of SBLK do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 6.45%, you would need about 600 shares of SBLK (roughly $18,612 invested at today's price) to collect $1,200 a year, or $100 a month on average, before taxes. Payments arrive every quarter, so the monthly figure is an average.
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