DLR Dividend Yield & Safety Analysis

Digital Realty Trust • Data Center • Exchange: NYSE:DLR

Dividend Yield
2.83%
$4.88 Annualized / Share
Distribution Frequency
Quarterly
$1.22 Per Distribution
AFFO Payout Ratio
70.7%
Fortress Coverage
Dividend Safety
86/100
Fortress / Very Safe

REITwave Dividend Safety Rating

Negligible risk of dividend cut. Strong balance sheet & conservative payout ratio.

Fortress / Very Safe (86/100)

DLR Technical Chart & Dividend Entry Timing

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Recent Dividend Payment History

Ex-Dividend Date Payment Date Cash Amount Distribution Type
October 2026 Upcoming Scheduled $1.22 Regular Quarterly Dividend

5-Year Dividend Reinvestment (DRIP) Projection

Hypothetical $10,000 initial investment with 100% automatic dividend reinvestment at current yield:

Time Horizon Accumulated Shares Annual Dividend Income Estimated Portfolio Value
Year 1 59.6 Shares $283.11 $10,583.11
Year 2 61.2 Shares $290.89 $11,191.50
Year 3 62.8 Shares $298.66 $11,825.90
Year 4 64.4 Shares $306.39 $12,487.07
Year 5 65.9 Shares $314.10 $13,175.79

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Digital Realty Trust (DLR)'s dividend yield?

Digital Realty Trust (DLR) currently pays an annualized dividend yield of 2.83%, representing an annual cash distribution of approximately $4.88 per share.

Is DLR's dividend safe from being cut?

REITwave assigns DLR an institutional Dividend Safety Score of 86/100 (Fortress / Very Safe) with an AFFO payout ratio of 70.7%. Negligible risk of dividend cut. Strong balance sheet & conservative payout ratio.

How often does DLR pay dividends?

Digital Realty Trust pays dividends on a Quarterly distribution schedule, delivering cash directly to brokerage accounts 4 times per year.

When is the next ex-dividend date for DLR?

For Digital Realty Trust (DLR), ex-dividend dates typically precede the cash pay date by 10 to 14 days. Check REITwave's 30-day cash flow calendar for confirmed declared dates.