๐น Dividend Yield Calculator
Investment amountยฅ300,000
Annual dividend incomeยฅ6,000
Dividend yield2.00%
Enter a stock's price and its annual dividend per share, and this tool calculates the dividend yield (%). Enter the number of shares you own to also see your annual dividend income. Handy for comparing dividend yields when choosing between stocks.
How to use
- Enter the current stock price.
- Enter the annual dividend per share.
- Enter the number of shares you own (or plan to own) โ the investment amount, annual dividend income, and yield are calculated automatically.
FAQ
How is the dividend yield calculated?
Using the formula: annual dividend per share รท stock price ร 100.
Where can I find the annual dividend per share?
Check your brokerage's stock info page or the company's earnings materials for the actual or forecast "dividend per share" figure.
Does a higher dividend yield always mean a better investment?
Not necessarily โ a yield can look inflated after a stock price drop, or the company might be at risk of cutting its dividend due to weak earnings. It's worth checking the company's financial health alongside the yield.