# Watsco, Inc. (WSO): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Industrials · Industry: Industrial - Distribution
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

Watsco, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, engages in the distribution of air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration equipment, and related parts and supplies in the United States, Canada, Latin America, and the Caribbean. It distributes equipment, including residential ducted and ductless air conditioners, such as gas, electric, and oil furnaces; commercial air conditioning and heating equipment systems; and other specialized equipment. The company also offers parts comprising replacement compressors, evaporator coils, motors, and other component parts; and supplies, such as thermosta...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-23:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $322.98 USD |
| Market Cap | $13.32B |
| P/E (TTM) | 28.01 |
| EPS (TTM) | $11.53 |
| 52-Week Range | $277.34 – $459.00 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 3.99% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 3.99% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $12.90 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $13.20 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 13 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 10.0% / 10.4% / 11.1% / 12.1% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 106.2% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 67.1% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 114.0% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 72.0% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-16 | $3.3000 | 2026-10-30 |
| 2026-07-16 | $3.3000 | 2026-07-31 |
| 2026-04-16 | $3.3000 | 2026-04-30 |
| 2026-01-16 | $3.0000 | 2026-01-30 |
| 2025-10-16 | $3.0000 | 2025-10-31 |
| 2025-07-16 | $3.0000 | 2025-07-31 |
| 2025-04-15 | $3.0000 | 2025-04-30 |
| 2025-01-17 | $2.7000 | 2025-01-31 |
| 2024-10-16 | $2.7000 | 2024-10-31 |
| 2024-07-16 | $2.7000 | 2024-07-31 |
| 2024-04-12 | $2.7000 | 2024-04-30 |
| 2024-01-16 | $2.4500 | 2024-01-31 |

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

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Watsco, Inc. do?

Watsco, Inc. (WSO) operates in the Industrial - Distribution industry within the Industrials sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is WSO's market cap?

Watsco, Inc. (WSO) has a market capitalization of approximately $13.32 billion, as of October 23, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does WSO pay a dividend?

Yes, Watsco, Inc. (WSO) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 3.99%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does WSO pay dividends?

Watsco, Inc. pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $13.20 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 WSO's payout ratio?

Watsco, 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.

## More on Dividend Data

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

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