Dividend Payout Ratio Calculator - Income Safety Tool
Calculate the dividend payout ratio to see if a company can afford its dividends. analyze income safety and growth potential.
Dividend Payout Calculator
Determine if a dividend is sustainable or at risk of being cut by analyzing payout ratios.
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DIVIDEND PAYOUT RATIO
33.3%
SUSTAINABLERETENTION RATIO66.7%
DPS / EPS33.3%
RETAINED EARNINGS$100,000
COVERAGE3.0x
How to Use Dividend Payout Ratio Calculator - Income Safety Tool in 3 Easy Steps
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Step 1
Input your Net Income and Total Dividends.
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Alternatively, use the advanced mode to check by Earnings Per Share (EPS).
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Compare the result to industry averages for safety.
Frequently Asked Questions
For most companies, 35% to 55% is considered healthy. For REITs, 90% is normal.
Yes, if a company pays out more than its earnings. This usually indicates an unsustainable dividend.
The company is reinvesting 100% of its profits back into growth, common in tech and startups.
Many analysts prefer comparing dividends to Free Cash Flow (FCF) rather than net income for a truer safety check.