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Dividend yield calculator
Dividend yield expresses the annual dividend as a percentage of the current share price. It's how income-focused investors compare cash flow across stocks.
Updated July 2026
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Dividend yield
4.00%
Annual income
$2,000
Before tax
How it works
Yield = Annual Dividend per Share / Share Price
- Enter the share price and annual dividend per share.
- The calculator returns dividend yield as a percentage plus annual income for a given share count.
Worked examples
- A $50 stock paying $2/year in dividends yields 4%.
- 1,000 shares of the same stock pay $2,000/year before tax.
Frequently asked questions
Is a higher dividend yield always better?
No. Very high yields (over ~8%) often signal distressed stocks where the market expects a dividend cut. Sustainability matters more than raw yield.
Are dividends taxed?
In most jurisdictions, yes — as either ordinary or qualified/dividend-tax-rate income depending on holding period and account type.
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