Formula
Dividend yield = annual dividend per share divided by share price, multiplied by 100. Dividends can change and are not guaranteed.
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Formula
Dividend yield = annual dividend per share / share price x 100. It shows income relative to the current price.
Example
A 2 annual dividend on a 40 share price gives a 5% dividend yield. If the share price rises to 50 and the dividend stays the same, the yield falls to 4%.
Common mistake
A high yield is not automatically safer or better. It can rise because price has fallen, so check the business and payout quality separately.