WEN Dividend History & Yield
The Wendy's Company · NasdaqGS
Upcoming dividend payments
| Ex-date | Pay date | Per share | Per 100 shares | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tue, Dec 1, 2026 (in 84 days) | Dec 15, 2026 | $0.07 | $7.00 | Estimated |
| Tue, Mar 2, 2027 (in 175 days) | Mar 16, 2027 | $0.07 | $7.00 | Estimated |
| Tue, Jun 1, 2027 (in 266 days) | Jun 15, 2027 | $0.07 | $7.00 | Estimated |
| Tue, Aug 31, 2027 (in 357 days) | Sep 14, 2027 | $0.07 | $7.00 | Estimated |
Estimated dates and amounts are projected from WEN's recent payment pattern and will be replaced by declared figures when the company announces them. Total over the next 12 months: about $0.28 per share.
Dividend payment history
Last 40 payments per share. RegularSpecial
Annual dividends per share
How much WEN do you need for monthly income?
| Target income | Shares needed | Capital at today's price | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| $100 / month | 4,286 | $32,614 | $1,200 |
| $500 / month | 21,429 | $163,071 | $6,000 |
| $1,000 / month | 42,858 | $326,143 | $12,000 |
Based on the forward yield of 3.68%. $10,000 in WEN would currently pay about $368 a year ($31 a month on average). Model reinvestment and growth →
WEN dividend history
| Ex-date | Pay date | Amount | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 1, 2026 | Sep 15, 2026 | $0.07 | -50.0% |
| Jun 1, 2026 | Jun 15, 2026 | $0.14 | +0.0% |
| Mar 2, 2026 | Mar 16, 2026 | $0.14 | +0.0% |
| Dec 1, 2025 | Dec 15, 2025 | $0.14 | +0.0% |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Sep 16, 2025 | $0.14 | +0.0% |
| Jun 2, 2025 | Jun 16, 2025 | $0.14 | -44.0% |
| Mar 3, 2025 | Mar 17, 2025 | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Dec 2, 2024 | Dec 16, 2024 | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Sep 3, 2024 | Sep 17, 2024 | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Jun 3, 2024 | Jun 17, 2024 | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Feb 29, 2024 | Mar 15, 2024 | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Nov 30, 2023 | Dec 15, 2023 | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Aug 31, 2023 | Sep 15, 2023 | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| May 31, 2023 | Jun 15, 2023 | $0.25 | +0.0% |
| Feb 28, 2023 | Mar 15, 2023 | $0.25 | +100.0% |
| Nov 30, 2022 | Dec 15, 2022 | $0.125 | +0.0% |
| Aug 31, 2022 | Sep 15, 2022 | $0.125 | +0.0% |
| May 31, 2022 | Jun 15, 2022 | $0.125 | +0.0% |
| Mar 4, 2022 | Mar 15, 2022 | $0.125 | +4.2% |
| Nov 30, 2021 | Dec 15, 2021 | $0.12 | +0.0% |
| Aug 31, 2021 | Sep 15, 2021 | $0.12 | +20.0% |
| May 28, 2021 | Jun 15, 2021 | $0.10 | +11.1% |
| Mar 4, 2021 | Mar 15, 2021 | $0.09 | +28.6% |
| Nov 30, 2020 | Dec 15, 2020 | $0.07 | +40.0% |
Payout risk check
WEN scores 40/100 on our yield-trap heuristic (moderate risk).
3 warning flags raised:
- Payout ratio above 80% of earnings
- Payment was cut within the last 5 years
- Share price down more than 15% over 1 year
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 The Wendy's Company
The Wendy's Company, together with its subsidiaries, engages in the operation, development, and franchising of a system of quick-service restaurants in the United States and internationally. The company operates through the Wendy's U.S., Wendy's International, and Global Real Estate & Development segments. Its restaurants offer a menu that includes hamburger sandwiches and chicken sandwiches; chicken tenders and nuggets, chili, french fries, baked potatoes, salads, soft drinks, Frosty desserts, and kids' meals; breakfast menu, including the Breakfast Baconator sandwich and seasoned products; and a variety of promotional products on a limited time basis.
Sector: Consumer Cyclical. Industry: Restaurants. First dividend on our records: Aug 9, 2000. 114 payments tracked.
WEN dividend FAQ
When is WEN's next ex-dividend date?
WEN's next ex-dividend date is Dec 1, 2026 (in 84 days, estimated from its quarterly schedule). You must own the shares before that date to receive the payment of about $0.07 per share, expected on Dec 15, 2026.
How often does WEN pay dividends?
WEN pays dividends every quarter, 4 times a year. The most recent payment was $0.07 per share with an ex-date of Sep 1, 2026.
What is WEN's dividend yield?
WEN's trailing 12-month dividend yield is 6.44%, based on $0.49 per share paid over the last year and a share price of $7.61. The forward yield, using the indicated annual rate of $0.28 per share, is 3.68%.
How much does WEN pay per share?
WEN pays about $0.07 per share each quarter, which works out to roughly $0.28 per share a year. 100 shares would collect about $28.00 a year.
Has WEN grown or cut its dividend?
Over the last 5 years the regular payout has grown at 5.2% a year (-37.2% over the last year). WEN did cut a regular payment within the last 5 years.
How many shares of WEN do I need to earn $100 a month?
At the current forward yield of 3.68%, you would need about 4,286 shares of WEN (roughly $32,614 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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