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Dividend yield calculator
Use annual dividend per share, current share price and share count to estimate indicated yield and annual cash income. This snapshot does not predict future dividends, share price or total return.
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How to use it
Numbers are clearer when the assumptions are visible.
Start with the default example. Change one input at a time and notice which part of the result moves. Then read the explanation below before using any real-world number.
- Use your account currency consistently.
- Include costs and uncertainty outside the simple model.
- Verify the product’s own contract or fee rules.
Quick answer
The short answer
Dividend yield equals the indicated annual dividend per share divided by the current share price. A $2 annual dividend and a $40 share price produce a 5% indicated yield before tax and fees. Dividends can be reduced or cancelled, so yield is not a guaranteed return.
Yield is a price-relative snapshot
The indicated annual dividend is often based on the latest declared rate. Dividing it by current price makes yields comparable, but a falling share price can make the yield rise even when the business is weakening.
Estimated income multiplies the annual dividend by share count. Payment dates, currency conversion, withholding tax and broker fees can change cash actually received.
Working modelDividend yield = annual dividend per share ÷ share price × 100
Check whether the dividend is supported
Read company filings for earnings, cash flow, debt, payout policy and one-off distributions. A high yield can reflect elevated risk rather than a bargain.
Total return includes price change as well as distributions. Do not evaluate a stock solely by its yield.
- Confirm the dividend frequency and currency.
- Separate regular and special dividends.
- Review cash flow and payout history.
- Consider tax and total return.
Primary references
Continue with original sources.
These links provide definitions and current context. Product rules, regulation and network details can change, so verify time-sensitive information at the source.
Common questions
Before you move on
Is dividend yield guaranteed?+
No. A board can reduce, suspend or cancel future dividends.
Does this include dividend reinvestment?+
No. It shows one year of indicated income without reinvestment.
Why can a very high yield be a warning?+
The price may have fallen because investors expect the dividend or business outlook to weaken.