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Dell Technologies Inc.

S&P 500
DELL|Technology|Computer Hardware|$260.46|P/E 30.0|MCap 169.3B|NYSE

Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32

Dividend Safety Rating

63/ 100Safe

DELL's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 24.2% earnings payout ratio & 17.1% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 0.9x current ratio & -13.1 debt-to-equity.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 24.2%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 17.1%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 13.0%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.

Risks

  • Debt-to-Equity: -13.1Debt-to-equity is elevated for the sector.
  • Return on Equity: -240.3%Return on equity is below industry norms.
  • Current Ratio: 0.9xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
24.2%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
17.1%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
13.0%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
5.7xSafe

Balance Sheet

Warning
Net Debt / Total Assets
19.7%Safe
Current Ratio
0.9xWarning
Debt-to-Equity
-13.1Danger

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
-240.3%Danger
Operating Margin
9.6%Caution
Gross Margin
20.2%Caution
Profit Margin Stability
ModerateCaution

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
4+ yrsCaution
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
0.0%Warning
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

About Dell Technologies Inc.

Dell Technologies Inc. is a technology company that designs, develops, manufactures, markets, sells, and supports comprehensive IT solutions worldwide. It operates through two primary segments: the Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG), which offers servers, networking, storage solutions including all-flash arrays, hyper-converged infrastructure, and AI-optimized servers, along with related software, peripherals, and services; and the Client Solutions Group (CSG), which provides desktops, notebooks, workstations, thin clients, and branded peripherals such as displays, docking stations, and audio devices for commercial and consumer customers. Dell Technologies Inc. also delivers consulting, deployment, support services, and financing options like as-a-Service models, subscriptions, and loans. Serving enterprises, governments, educational institutions, healthcare organizations, and small businesses, the company plays a key role in modernizing IT infrastructure, enabling workforce transformation, and ensuring connectivity in data centers, edge environments, and cloud ecosystems. Founded in 1984 and headquartered in Round Rock, Texas, Dell Technologies Inc. supports critical digital operations across industries.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.85%

Annual Dividend

$2.21

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

24.19%

FCF Payout Ratio

17.06%

Stock Price

$260.46

52-Week Range

$95.64 $263.99

Dividend History (2016–2025)

DELL annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

DELL earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

April 21, 2026

Last Payment Date

May 1, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

26.83%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

3-Year Total Growth

104.04%

5-Year Total Growth

0.00%

10-Year Total Growth

0.00%

Income Calculator

DELL Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

$26,046.00

Annual Income

$220.50

Quarterly Income

$55.13

Monthly Income

$18.38

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is DELL's current dividend yield?
Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) currently has a dividend yield of 0.85%, based on a stock price of $260.46 and an annual dividend of $2.21.
When is DELL's next dividend payment date?
DELL's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-21 and the next payment date is 2026-05-01. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does DELL pay in dividends per year?
Dell Technologies Inc. paid $2.02 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has DELL been increasing its dividend?
Dell Technologies Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 0.00% and a 10-year CAGR of 0.00%.
Is DELL's dividend safe?
Dell Technologies Inc. has a payout ratio of 24.19%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 17.06%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is DELL's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Dell Technologies Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for technology companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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