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Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company

S&P 500
HPE|Technology|Communication Equipment|$31.35|P/E 27.4|MCap 41.6B|NYSE

Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32

Dividend Safety Rating

63/ 100Safe

HPE's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 61.2% earnings payout ratio & 38.0% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: -0.5% return on equity & 7.6% operating margin.

Based on 14 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • FCF Payout Ratio: 38.0%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
  • Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.

Risks

  • Return on Equity: -0.5%Return on equity is below industry norms.
  • Operating Margin: 7.6%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
  • Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
61.2%Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
38.0%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
66.0%Caution
Interest Coverage
N/AN/A

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
24.1%Safe
Current Ratio
1.0xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
87.2Safe

Profitability

Warning
Return on Equity
-0.5%Danger
Operating Margin
7.6%Warning
Gross Margin
35.9%Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
2.1%Caution
Earnings Stability
VolatileWarning

About Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company is an American multinational information technology company specializing in edge-to-cloud solutions for enterprise customers worldwide. It provides a comprehensive portfolio of servers, storage systems, networking equipment, and hybrid cloud platforms, enabling organizations to manage data-intensive workloads efficiently. Key offerings include the Compute segment with ProLiant and Synergy servers; Storage solutions such as Alletra, Primera, and Nimble; Intelligent Edge platforms featuring Aruba Networks for secure networking and SD-WAN capabilities via Silver Peak; and High Performance Computing systems like Cray and Apollo for mission-critical applications. The company also delivers HPE GreenLake, an as-a-service hybrid cloud platform, alongside financial services for customer financing and professional services through HPE Pointnext for advisory and support. Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company supports industries ranging from data centers and AI-driven analytics to telecommunications and edge computing, empowering businesses with scalable infrastructure and consulting expertise. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Spring, Texas, it plays a vital role in the global IT infrastructure market.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.74%

Annual Dividend

$0.55

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

61.18%

FCF Payout Ratio

38.02%

Stock Price

$31.35

52-Week Range

$16.69 $31.35

Dividend History (2016–2025)

HPE annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

HPE earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

March 24, 2026

Last Payment Date

April 23, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

3.55%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

2.12%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

32.48%

3-Year Total Growth

11.04%

5-Year Total Growth

11.04%

10-Year Total Growth

1565.62%

Income Calculator

HPE Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

$3,135.00

Annual Income

$54.60

Quarterly Income

$13.65

Monthly Income

$4.55

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is HPE's current dividend yield?
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company (HPE) currently has a dividend yield of 1.74%, based on a stock price of $31.35 and an annual dividend of $0.55.
When is HPE's next dividend payment date?
HPE's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-24 and the next payment date is 2026-04-23. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does HPE pay in dividends per year?
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company paid $0.53 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has HPE been increasing its dividend?
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 2.12% and a 10-year CAGR of 32.48%.
Is HPE's dividend safe?
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company has a payout ratio of 61.18%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 38.02%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is HPE's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company'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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