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EQIX

Equinix, Inc.

S&P 500
EQIX|Real Estate|REIT - Specialty|$964.53|P/E 70.4|MCap 96.7B|NASDAQ

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Equinix, Inc.

Equinix, Inc. is a global digital infrastructure company specializing in carrier-neutral data centers and interconnection services. It designs, builds, and operates International Business Exchange (IBX) data centers, providing colocation space, power, and secure interconnection for enterprises, network service providers, cloud operators, and content providers. Key offerings include Equinix Fabric for software-defined interconnections, Equinix Metal for automated bare metal servers, Network Edge for virtual network functions, and managed services such as remote hands support and professional consulting. These solutions enable hybrid and multi-cloud architectures, low-latency data exchange, and optimized application performance across public and private networks. Equinix serves diverse sectors including cloud and IT services, financial services, network and mobile services, and enterprise customers, with facilities spanning North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Latin America, and Asia-Pacific. Operating as a real estate investment trust, the company focuses on delivering reliable, scalable infrastructure to power digital transformation and connectivity needs worldwide. Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Redwood City, California, Equinix plays a pivotal role in the global data center ecosystem.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.95%

Annual Dividend

$19.23

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

136.34%

FCF Payout Ratio

-464.00%

Stock Price

$964.53

52-Week Range

$701.41 $992.90

Dividend Health Score

63/ 100Safe

EQIX's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 48.3% cfo payout ratio & 160.3 debt-to-equity. Areas of concern: 136.3% earnings payout ratio & -464.0% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 12.01% 5-year CAGR. As a REIT, higher payout ratios are normal since they are required to distribute most taxable income.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Warning
Earnings Payout Ratio
136.3%Danger
FCF Payout Ratio
-464.0%Danger
CFO Payout Ratio
48.3%Safe
Interest Coverage
3.9xCaution

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
52.3%Warning
Current Ratio
1.3xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
160.3Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
9.7%Caution
Operating Margin
21.5%Safe
Gross Margin
50.5%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
ModerateCaution

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
12.0%Very Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

EQIX annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

EQIX earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

February 25, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 18, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

14.80%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

12.01%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

0.58%

3-Year Total Growth

51.29%

5-Year Total Growth

76.32%

10-Year Total Growth

5.93%

Income Calculator

EQIX Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

$96,453.00

Annual Income

$1,923.00

Quarterly Income

$480.75

Monthly Income

$160.25

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is EQIX's current dividend yield?
Equinix, Inc. (EQIX) currently has a dividend yield of 1.95%, based on a stock price of $964.53 and an annual dividend of $19.23.
When is EQIX's next dividend payment date?
EQIX's next ex-dividend date is 2026-02-25 and the next payment date is 2026-03-18. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does EQIX pay in dividends per year?
Equinix, Inc. paid $18.76 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has EQIX been increasing its dividend?
Equinix, Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 12.01% and a 10-year CAGR of 0.58%.
Is EQIX's dividend safe?
Equinix, Inc. has a payout ratio of 136.34%. The payout ratio is above 100%, which may indicate the company is paying more in dividends than it earns. This could be unsustainable long-term.
How is EQIX's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Equinix, Inc.'s dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for real estate companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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