About the Dividend Yield Calculator
Dividend yield shows how much income a stock pays as a percentage of its price. Enter the annual dividend per share and the current share price, and this calculator gives the dividend yield — a quick gauge of income return.
How dividend yield works
Dividend yield = annual dividend per share ÷ share price × 100. A ₹20 dividend on a ₹400 share is a 5% yield. It lets you compare income across stocks and against options like FDs.
Higher isn’t always better
A very high yield can be a warning — it may reflect a falling price or a dividend the company can’t sustain. Check the dividend payout ratio and the business’s health, not just the yield.
Dividend Yield Calculator — frequently asked questions
How is dividend yield calculated?
Dividend yield = annual dividend per share ÷ current share price × 100. A ₹20 dividend on a ₹400 share is a 5% yield.
Is a high dividend yield good?
Not always. A high yield can signal a falling price or an unsustainable dividend. Check whether the company can keep paying it before chasing yield.
How are dividends taxed?
Dividends are taxable in your hands at your slab rate, and TDS may be deducted above a threshold.