WEA is Western Asset Bond Fund Share O (Financial Services). Trading at $10.38. Current dividend yield: 8.02%.
Dividend snapshot
| Annual dividend rate | $0.84 |
| Current yield | 8.02% |
| Payment frequency | Monthly |
| Next ex-dividend date | Sep 24, 2026(in 20 days) |
| Most recent payment date | Aug 31, 2026 |
| Last payment amount | $0.0700 |
| 5-year dividend CAGR | 1.18% |
| 3-year dividend CAGR | 1.98% |
| Payout ratio | 101% |
| Market cap | $124M |
| Exchange | NYQ |
Recent dividend payments
| Date | Amount / share |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-24 | $0.0700 |
| 2026-07-24 | $0.0700 |
| 2026-06-23 | $0.0700 |
| 2026-05-21 | $0.0700 |
| 2026-04-23 | $0.0700 |
| 2026-03-24 | $0.0700 |
| 2026-02-20 | $0.0700 |
| 2026-01-23 | $0.0700 |
About WEA
Western Asset Premier Bond Fund is a diversified closed-end management investment company. Its investment objective is to provide current income and capital appreciation by investing in a diversified portfolio of investment-grade bonds. The fund invests in bonds of companies operating in different sectors, such as financials, energy, telecommunication services, consumer discretionary, healthcare, materials, information technology, and consumer staples.
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Frequently asked
What is WEA's dividend yield?
WEA (Western Asset Bond Fund Share O) currently has a dividend yield of 8.02%, which works out to about $0.84 in annual dividend payments per share.
When is WEA's next ex-dividend date?
WEA's next ex-dividend date is Sep 24, 2026 (in 20 days). To receive the upcoming dividend, you must own shares before this date.
When did WEA last pay a dividend?
WEA's most recent dividend payment date was Aug 31, 2026.
How often does WEA pay dividends?
WEA pays dividends on a monthly schedule.
How fast is WEA growing its dividend?
WEA has been growing its dividend at a 1.98% 3-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR). CAGR smooths year-to-year noise into a single average growth rate.
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Data refreshed 2026-09-04. Not investment advice. Yields and prices change continuously; always verify the latest numbers in the live app before buying.