Weyerhaeuser Dividend and Recent Developments: Key Insights Ahead of Ex-Dividend Date May 30, 2025

Weyerhaeuser Company (WY) has announced a dividend of $0.210 per share, with an ex-dividend date of May 30, 2025. The announcement date was May 8, 2025, and the dividend will be paid on Jun 13, 2025. This payout aligns with the company's previous dividend on Mar 21, 2025, which was also $0.210 per share. Over the last 10 distributions, the average dividend per share was approximately $0.338, indicating that the current dividend is lower than this average. The dividend is classified as a cash distribution.

Recently, Weyerhaeuser made headlines with its strategic acquisition of 117,000 acres of high-quality timberlands in North Carolina and Virginia. This $375 million transaction, from Roanoke Timberlands LLC, a subsidiary of Roseburg Forest Products, significantly boosts Weyerhaeuser’s presence in the U.S. South. The acquired lands are expected to yield an average of 860,000 tons annually over the next five years, contributing to a 5.1% average free cash flow yield. This acquisition aligns with Weyerhaeuser’s strategy to enhance cash flow and market leadership by integrating these assets into its existing operations.

Amidst these strategic moves, Weyerhaeuser's stock performance has faced challenges. The company has seen a decline of 15.7% over the past three months, influenced by reduced export volumes, particularly to China. The decline in export activity was exacerbated by China's immediate ban on U.S. log imports, prompting Weyerhaeuser to adjust its China export program. Despite these challenges, the company remains focused on long-term investments and shareholder value, with analysts projecting a 17% year-over-year growth in earnings per share for 2025.

In conclusion, Weyerhaeuser's recent acquisitions and strategic initiatives highlight its commitment to strengthening its core operations and cash flow generation. Investors are reminded that the ex-dividend date of May 30, 2025, is the final opportunity to purchase shares to be eligible for the upcoming dividend. Purchases made after this date will not qualify for the dividend payout.