Dividend Screener

Select filters for dividend yield, growth rate, payout ratio, and market cap. Click column headers to sort results. Switch between stocks and ETFs using the tabs at the top. Stocks have 5 analytical views (Overview, Dividends, Sustainability, Valuation, Performance) while ETFs have 4 views (Overview, Dividends, Fund Details, Performance) tailored to each security type.

A healthy payout ratio typically ranges from 30% to 60% of earnings. Ratios under 50% indicate strong dividend safety with room for growth. Ratios between 50-70% are sustainable for mature companies. Ratios above 80% may signal risk of dividend cuts unless supported by stable cash flows (like REITs or utilities).

Filter by payout ratio under 70%, check dividend growth YoY for consistent increases, review debt-to-equity ratio (under 1.5 preferred), and verify FCF payout ratio on the Sustainability tab. Stocks with growing dividends, manageable debt, and earnings coverage typically maintain sustainable payouts.

Dividend yield is the annual dividend payment divided by the current stock price, expressed as a percentage. For example, a stock paying $2 annually at $50 per share has a 4% yield. Use the yield filter to find stocks in your desired income range (2-5% for balanced, 5%+ for high yield).

Dividend stocks are individual company shares that pay dividends directly. Dividend ETFs are funds holding multiple dividend-paying stocks, providing instant diversification. ETFs typically have lower volatility and more consistent payouts but include expense ratios. Stocks offer higher potential returns but carry individual company risk.

Use the Dividend Yield filter and select higher ranges (5%+). Switch to the Dividends view tab to see yield alongside payout ratio and growth. Cross-reference with the Sustainability tab to verify high yields are supported by fundamentals. Be cautious of extremely high yields (10%+) which may indicate distress or pending cuts.

Key health indicators include: payout ratio under 70%, positive dividend growth YoY, debt-to-equity under 1.5, debt-to-EBITDA under 3, and FCF payout ratio under 80%. The Sustainability tab shows these metrics together, helping identify companies that can maintain and grow dividends long-term.

It depends on your goals. High current yield (4-6%+) suits income-focused investors needing cash flow now. Dividend growth (lower yield but consistent increases) suits long-term investors building future income. Many investors balance both: moderate yield (2-4%) with proven growth history of 5-10% annually.

Use the Frequency filter and select Monthly (12/year). Monthly payers are often REITs, BDCs, or certain ETFs. Switch to the Dividends view tab to see payout frequency alongside yield and ex-dividend dates. Verify sustainability with payout ratio and debt metrics before investing.

The ex-dividend date is the cutoff for dividend eligibility. Buy before this date to receive the upcoming dividend payment. The Dividends tab shows ex-dividend dates for all securities. Sort by this column to find stocks with upcoming dividends or plan purchase timing around dividend capture strategies.

Use the tabs at the top to switch between Dividend Stocks and Dividend ETFs. Compare yields, growth rates, and payout frequency across both. ETFs add expense ratio consideration (favor under 0.50%). Stocks require analyzing individual company fundamentals. Both tabs share the same view structure for easy comparison.

Warning signs include: payout ratio above 80% (company paying more than it earns), negative dividend growth YoY (recent cuts), high debt-to-equity (above 2.0), declining revenue or earnings trends, and extremely high yields (10%+) often caused by falling stock prices. Use the Sustainability tab to check these metrics together and identify stocks at risk of reducing dividends.

Dividend aristocrats are S&P 500 companies that have increased dividends for 25+ consecutive years. To find them in the screener: filter for positive Dividend Growth YoY, sort by dividend growth descending, and look for companies with consistent multi-year growth patterns. These stocks typically have lower yields but exceptional dividend safety and reliability.

Earnings coverage (inverse of payout ratio) shows how many times earnings can cover dividend payments. A 50% payout ratio means 2x earnings coverage. Higher coverage indicates stronger dividend safety. Use the Sustainability tab to view payout ratio and FCF payout together - both should be under 70-80% for sustainable dividends with adequate earnings coverage.