# Highwoods Properties, Inc. (HIW): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Real Estate · Industry: REIT - Office
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

Highwoods Properties, Inc., based in Raleigh, operates as an S&P MidCap 400 Index constituent. This publicly listed Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT), whose shares trade on the NYSE under the ticker HIW, focuses exclusively on office properties. Highwoods is a comprehensively integrated company, handling all aspects of its real estate portfolio from initial acquisition and development to leasing and day-to-day management. Its holdings are strategically concentrated in the prime business districts of several major U.S. cities, specifically Atlanta, Charlotte, Nashville, Orlando, Pittsburgh...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-23:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $30.51 USD |
| Market Cap | $3.37B |
| P/E (TTM) | 20.07 |
| EPS (TTM) | $1.52 |
| 52-Week Range | $20.45 – $35.44 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 6.56% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 6.56% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $2.00 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $2.00 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 0 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 0.0% / 0.0% / 0.0% / 1.6% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 131.6% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 58.8% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 131.6% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 58.8% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-11-16 | $0.5000 | 2026-12-08 |
| 2026-08-17 | $0.5000 | 2026-09-09 |
| 2026-05-18 | $0.5000 | 2026-06-09 |
| 2026-02-17 | $0.5000 | 2026-03-10 |
| 2025-11-17 | $0.5000 | 2025-12-09 |
| 2025-08-18 | $0.5000 | 2025-09-09 |
| 2025-05-19 | $0.5000 | 2025-06-10 |
| 2025-02-18 | $0.5000 | 2025-03-11 |
| 2024-11-18 | $0.5000 | 2024-12-10 |
| 2024-08-19 | $0.5000 | 2024-09-10 |
| 2024-05-17 | $0.5000 | 2024-06-11 |
| 2024-02-16 | $0.5000 | 2024-03-12 |

Full history: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/hiw/dividend

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Highwoods Properties, Inc. do?

Highwoods Properties, Inc. (HIW) operates in the REIT - Office industry within the Real Estate sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is HIW's market cap?

Highwoods Properties, Inc. (HIW) has a market capitalization of approximately $3.37 billion, as of October 23, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does HIW pay a dividend?

Yes, Highwoods Properties, Inc. (HIW) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 6.56%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does HIW pay dividends?

Highwoods Properties, Inc. pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $2.00 per share at the current declared cadence. Each ex-dividend date, record date, and payment date is listed in the dividend history table on this page.

### What is HIW's payout ratio?

Highwoods Properties, Inc.'s payout ratio is the percentage of earnings (and free cash flow) returned to shareholders as dividends. Current EPS and FCF coverage are shown in the payout cards above, with green / amber / red coloring indicating sustainability.

### How are HIW's dividends taxed?

Highwoods Properties, Inc. (HIW) is a real estate investment trust (REIT). REIT distributions are typically a mix of ordinary income, capital gains, and return of capital, and are reported on Form 1099-DIV. Consult a tax advisor for your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

## More on Dividend Data

- Overview (HTML): https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/hiw
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/hiw/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/hiw/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/hiw/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/hiw/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/hiw/peers

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