Dividend Aristocrat Checker

Analyze the elite dividend-paying companies of the S&P 500.

Dividend Metrics

Years of Consecutive Increases

Dividend Yield (%)

Payout Ratio (%)

5yr Growth (%)

Dividend Aristocrats are S&P 500 members that have increased dividends for 25+ consecutive years.

Dividend Status

Dividend Aristocrat

35 Years of Consecutive Growth

Safety Score

100

/ 100

Yield on Cost (10y)

6.6%

Projected 10yr yield

Performance Badges

Aristocrat

Growth: 7.5%

Payout: 45%

Dividend Growth Strategy

Investing in companies that consistently raise dividends often outperforms the broader market while providing growing passive income.

The Dividend Elite

In the US market, companies that consistently share their profits with shareholders are categorized by their "streak" of consecutive annual dividend increases.

Dividend Kings

The most elite tier. Companies that have increased their dividend for **50 or more consecutive years**. This requires surviving multiple recessions and market crashes without cutting the payout.

Dividend Aristocrats

Members of the S&P 500 that have increased dividends for at least **25 consecutive years**. These companies are often viewed as pillars of stability and reliable wealth generators.

Why Payout Ratio Matters

The payout ratio measures the percentage of earnings a company pays out as dividends. A ratio above 75-80% can be a "red flag," suggesting the dividend might be unsustainable if earnings drop. Conservative dividend investors typically look for ratios below 60%.

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