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Dividend calculator
Project the passive income from dividend shares and see how growing dividends can add up over time.
Dividend Growth Pro
Strategic income forecasting and yield-on-cost modeling
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Current Income
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Compounding Insight
Analysis...
Dividends turn shares into an income stream, but the yield percentage alone does not tell you the money involved. This calculator converts a stock's dividend and your holding into actual income per year, quarter and month.
How to use this calculator
- Enter the number of shares you own (or plan to buy).
- Add the dividend per share, or the share price and dividend yield.
- Press calculate to see your income over each period.
Reinvesting changes the story
Taking dividends as cash gives income today; reinvesting them (a DRIP) buys more shares, which pay more dividends, which buy more shares. Over long periods that compounding is often the larger part of a dividend stock's total return. Compare both paths before deciding the money is spare.
Frequently asked questions
How is dividend yield calculated?
Annual dividend per share divided by the current share price, shown as a percentage. A rising yield can mean a rising dividend or a falling price, so check which.
Are dividends guaranteed?
No. Companies can cut or suspend them, and many growth companies pay none. A very high yield is often a warning sign, not a bargain.
How are dividends taxed?
It depends on your country and account type. Many investors hold dividend stocks in tax-advantaged accounts where the rules allow.