Dividend Yield Calculator

Calculate a stock's dividend yield and the yearly and monthly income from the shares you hold.

Dividend yield
4.00%
Annual dividend income
200.00
Monthly equivalent
16.67
Value of holding
5,000.00

Formula

Dividend yield = Annual dividend per share ÷ Share price × 100

About this calculator

Dividend yield shows the cash income a share pays relative to its price. Use the total of the last 12 months of dividends (trailing yield) or the declared forward dividend.

Amounts are shown without a currency symbol, so the calculator works for any currency: enter all values in the same one.

Frequently asked questions

Is a higher dividend yield always better?

No. A very high yield often means the share price has fallen because the market expects the dividend to be cut. Check the payout ratio and earnings trend.

Are dividends taxed?

In most countries yes, often by a withholding tax deducted before you receive the payment. The income shown here is before tax.

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