Sirius XM Holdings Dividends and Buybacks
Dividend criteria checks 4/6
Sirius XM Holdings is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 3.97% that is well covered by earnings. Next payment date is on 27th May, 2026 with an ex-dividend date of 11th May, 2026.
Key information
4.0%
Dividend yield
2.0%
Buyback Yield
| Total Shareholder Yield | 6.0% |
| Future Dividend Yield | 4.5% |
| Dividend Growth | 14.8% |
| Next dividend pay date | 27 May 26 |
| Ex dividend date | 11 May 26 |
| Dividend per share | n/a |
| Payout ratio | 43% |
Recent dividend and buyback updates
Recent updates
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Apr 23
SIRI: Execution And Completed Buybacks Will Shape Balanced Risk Reward Outlook
Narrative Update on Sirius XM Holdings The analyst price target for Sirius XM Holdings has been maintained at $24.23. Recent mixed research views, including an upgrade, a downgrade, and a neutral initiation, are reflected in modest adjustments to the discount rate and future P/E assumptions rather than a headline target change.
SIRI: Recent Upgrade And Completed Buybacks Will Support Future Repricing
Analysts have slightly adjusted their Sirius XM view, nudging the average price target to $31.00. This change is supported by mixed recent research that includes an upgrade, a downgrade, and a new neutral initiation, reflecting differing opinions on growth, profitability, and valuation assumptions.SIRI: Execution And Buybacks Will Shape Balanced Risk Reward Outlook
Narrative Update on Sirius XM Holdings The updated analyst price target for Sirius XM Holdings has been refined to $24.23 per share, with analysts pointing to modest shifts in discount rate assumptions and a slightly lower forward P/E outlook, informed by a recent mix of upgrades, downgrades, and neutral initiations on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Sirius XM Holdings reflects a split view, with one upgrade, one downgrade, and a neutral initiation all contributing to the updated price target of US$24.23.SIRI: Recent Upgrade And Buybacks Will Support Future Share Repricing
Narrative Update: Sirius XM Holdings (SIRI) The updated analyst price target for Sirius XM has moved from $30.00 to $31.00, reflecting how analysts are weighing a slightly lower discount rate, modest tweaks to long term growth and margin assumptions, and a small adjustment to future P/E expectations following recent mixed research views on the stock. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Sirius XM has been mixed, but there are some clear positives that help explain why the updated analyst price target has edged higher.SIRI: Share Repurchases And Cash Returns Will Shape Future Upside Potential
The analyst price target for Sirius XM Holdings has edged up from about $24.00 to roughly $24.23, with analysts pointing to slightly higher modeled revenue growth, a modestly higher future P/E, and revised views reflected in recent upgrades, downgrades, and neutral initiations. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Sirius XM Holdings shows a mix of optimism and caution, with views ranging from a fresh upgrade at JPMorgan to a more bearish stance and a neutral initiation.We Like Sirius XM Holdings' (NASDAQ:SIRI) Earnings For More Than Just Statutory Profit
Feb 12
SIRI: Softer Margins And Rich P/E Will Constrain Future Upside
Analysts have kept their average price target for Sirius XM Holdings steady at US$18.00. Recent research cites a lower assumed discount rate, slightly softer profit margin expectations and a higher future P/E multiple, alongside mixed views reflected in a downgrade from Seaport Research and a neutral initiation from MoffettNathanson.SIRI: Updated Guidance And Podcast Talks Will Support Future Share Repricing
Narrative Update The analyst price target for Sirius XM Holdings has moved from $19 to $20, with analysts citing updated company guidance and refreshed modeling assumptions, including changes to discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin estimates, and forward P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary JPMorgan raised its price target for Sirius XM Holdings to US$20 from US$19 and kept an Underweight rating after updating its model for the company’s latest guidance.SIRI: Podcast Licensing Talks And Cash Returns Will Shape Future Upside Potential
Analysts have nudged their price target for Sirius XM Holdings higher to US$20 from US$19, citing updated company guidance that resulted in modest refinements in growth, margin and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary JPMorgan's move to lift its price target for Sirius XM Holdings to US$20 from US$19, while keeping an Underweight rating, highlights how updated company guidance is feeding into revised growth, margin and P/E assumptions rather than a clear shift in overall stance.SIRI: Podcast Licensing And Cash Returns Will Shape Balanced Future Outlook
Analysts modestly increased their price target on Sirius XM Holdings to $20 from $19, citing updated company guidance that led to refined modeling assumptions around growth, margins, and valuation multiples. Analyst Commentary Analysts reacted to the updated guidance by refining their models around subscriber trends, margins, and capital allocation, resulting in a modestly higher valuation framework for Sirius XM Holdings.SIRI: Upcoming Podcast Licensing Deals Will Drive Future Returns
Analysts have raised their price target for Sirius XM Holdings by $1, increasing it from $19 to $20. This change is based on updates to the company's model in light of new financial guidance.SIRI: Recurring Revenue Strength And New Partnerships Will Drive Future Returns
Analysts have increased their price target for Sirius XM Holdings from $19 to $20. This change reflects updated financial guidance and an improved outlook for revenue growth and profitability.SIRI: Updated Content Deals And Talent Renewals Will Drive Balanced Performance Ahead
The analyst price target for Sirius XM Holdings has been raised, with the consensus moving up approximately $1. This change reflects updated guidance and easing concerns over operating results, according to analysts.Sirius XM Holdings (NASDAQ:SIRI) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.27
Oct 28Expanding In-Car Digital Subscriptions Will Fuel Future Audio Success
Analysts have modestly increased their price targets for Sirius XM Holdings. Recent updates reflect a range between $20 and $28 per share, citing stable operating results, improvements in free cash flow, and ongoing revenue challenges noted after the second quarter report.Expanding In-Car Digital Subscriptions Will Fuel Future Audio Success
Analysts have adjusted their price targets for Sirius XM Holdings, with recent updates ranging from a reduction of $1 to $20 to an increase of $1 to $23. These changes reflect mixed expectations driven by improving free cash flow as well as ongoing challenges in subscriber growth and advertising.Expanding In-Car Digital Subscriptions Will Fuel Future Audio Success
Analysts maintained Sirius XM Holdings' price target unchanged at $23.64, as improving free cash flow and minimal Stern-exit risk are balanced by ongoing ad revenue and subscriber growth headwinds, with valuation factoring in modest operational revisions. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts see minimal operational or share price impact from a possible Howard Stern exit, citing SiriusXM's ownership of Stern content rights and robust audio personality roster (e.g., Stephen A.Expanding In-Car Digital Subscriptions Will Fuel Future Audio Success
Sirius XM's consensus price target remained unchanged at $23.64 as improved free cash flow and minimal risk from Howard Stern's potential departure balanced ongoing concerns about streaming subscriber growth and weak ad revenue, leading analysts to maintain a cautious near-term outlook. Analyst Commentary Minimal expected impact from a potential Howard Stern departure, as Sirius XM retains rights to Stern's content and continues to sign high-profile talent.Expanding In-Car Digital Subscriptions Will Fuel Future Audio Success
Analysts maintained Sirius XM Holdings’ price target at $23.64 as improved Q2 results and solid free cash flow were offset by concerns over future guidance, sluggish streaming-only subscriber growth, and persistent ad revenue weakness. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts see minimal impact on operating results or share price from a potential Howard Stern departure, with SiriusXM retaining exclusive rights and introducing other prominent audio personalities.Is Sirius XM Holdings (NASDAQ:SIRI) A Risky Investment?
Jul 10Sirius XM Holdings Inc.'s (NASDAQ:SIRI) Share Price Could Signal Some Risk
May 29Sirius XM: A Market-Beating Opportunity Backed By Buffett
Mar 28Negative equity is not always a negative
This is a negative equity company.....it's debt load is not a burden but it's investment vehicle. You CAN argue if a catastrophic event happens Siri is underwater (like covid). However, looking forwarSirius XM: Investors Should Listen To The Strong Technicals And Attractive Valuation
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Jan 06Sirius XM's Strategy Shift Reveals Its Struggles
Dec 11Why I Disagree With Buffett On Sirius XM
Dec 03Sirius XM: Buffett's New Darling
Nov 21Sirius XM: A Deep Look Into Its Future
Nov 01Sirius XM: A Buffett Business With Secret 5G Play
Oct 22Sirius XM Earnings: I Don't See A Turnaround Yet
Oct 15
Innovative Subscription Strategies And AI Efficiency Meet Analysts' Revenue Concerns And Market Skepticism
Introduction of new subscription models and SiriusXM Free Access aims to increase subscriber base and advertising revenue through enhanced engagement and trials.Sirius XM: The BMI Petition And Why The Sell-Off Continues
Sep 17Upcoming Dividend Payment
Stability and Growth of Payments
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Stable Dividend: SIRI's dividend payments have been volatile in the past 10 years.
Growing Dividend: SIRI's dividend payments have increased over the past 10 years.
Dividend Yield vs Market
| Sirius XM Holdings Dividend Yield vs Market |
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| Segment | Dividend Yield |
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| Company (SIRI) | 4.0% |
| Market Bottom 25% (US) | 1.4% |
| Market Top 25% (US) | 4.2% |
| Industry Average (Media) | 2.9% |
| Analyst forecast (SIRI) (up to 3 years) | 4.5% |
Notable Dividend: SIRI's dividend (3.97%) is higher than the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the US market (1.4%).
High Dividend: SIRI's dividend (3.97%) is low compared to the top 25% of dividend payers in the US market (4.22%).
Earnings Payout to Shareholders
Earnings Coverage: With its reasonably low payout ratio (43.1%), SIRI's dividend payments are well covered by earnings.
Cash Payout to Shareholders
Cash Flow Coverage: With its reasonably low cash payout ratio (26.8%), SIRI's dividend payments are well covered by cash flows.
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/03 10:30 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/01 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Sirius XM Holdings Inc. is covered by 26 analysts. 14 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| William Noel Milner | Arete Research Services LLP |
| Patrick Sholl | Barrington Research Associates, Inc. |
| Matthew Harrigan | Benchmark Company |