Dividend Yield Calculator
Calculate dividend yield and yield on cost for your holdings. Enter the annual dividend per share and your purchase price to see the real return percentage.
Current Dividend Yield
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Yield on Cost (your purchase price)
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Your Annual Dividend Income
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Unrealised Gain Per Share
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How to use
- Enter the annual dividend per share.
- Enter your purchase price and today's price.
- Current yield is for new buyers; yield on cost shows the return on your own holding.
- Compare both — a rising yield on cost is a sign of good long-term income investing.
Note
Yield only measures dividend income; price change is separate. A dividend policy can change at any time.
Tips
- Yield on cost rises as dividends grow — that is the reward of holding long term.
- A very high yield can be a warning sign — check why the price fell.
- Compare yields across similar companies, not across different sectors.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is the difference between current yield and yield on cost?
Current yield uses today's price and is what a new buyer would earn. Yield on cost uses the price you originally paid, showing the return on your own holding.
What inputs are needed?
The annual dividend per share, the price you paid, the current price, and the number of shares.
What is yield on cost good for?
It shows how your income grows on the money you actually invested. A rising yield on cost is a sign of good long-term income investing.
Does it fetch live prices?
No. You enter the current price yourself, so the result is only as fresh as the number you type.