Shares of Watsco Inc (NYSE:WSO.B - Get Free Report) were up 10.6% during trading on Tuesday . The company traded as high as $483.79 and last traded at $520.71. Approximately 121 shares were traded during mid-day trading, a decline of 53% from the average daily volume of 257 shares. The stock had previously closed at $470.74.
Watsco Price Performance
The firm's 50 day moving average is $498.73 and its 200 day moving average is $497.34. The company has a market cap of $20.58 billion, a PE ratio of 38.46 and a beta of 0.60.
Watsco Dividend Announcement
The company also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, January 31st. Stockholders of record on Friday, January 17th were given a dividend of $2.70 per share. The ex-dividend date was Friday, January 17th. This represents a $10.80 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 2.12%. Watsco's dividend payout ratio (DPR) is currently 81.51%.
Watsco Company Profile
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Watsco, Inc, together with its subsidiaries, distributes air conditioning, heating, and refrigeration equipment; and related parts and supplies in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Puerto Rico. It offers residential ducted and ductless air conditioners; gas, electric, and oil furnaces; commercial air conditioning and heating equipment systems; and other specialized equipment.
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