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Teradyne, Inc.

S&P 500
TER|Technology|Semiconductor Equipment & Materials|$320.14|P/E 82.5|MCap 46.7B|NASDAQ

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Teradyne, Inc.

Teradyne, Inc. designs, develops, and manufactures automated test equipment and advanced robotics systems. Its core offerings include automatic test systems for semiconductors, wireless products, data storage, and complex electronics used in consumer electronics, automotive, industrial, communications, aerospace, and defense sectors. The company operates through key segments: Semiconductor Test for chip validation and reliability screening; System Test for defense/aerospace instrumentation, storage, and circuit-board testing; Wireless Test for wireless device validation; Robotics for collaborative and mobile robots supporting manufacturing and warehouse automation; and Industrial Automation. These solutions enable customers to ensure product performance and quality during design and production phases. Teradyne, Inc. serves semiconductor manufacturers, electronics OEMs, and contract manufacturers globally. Founded in 1960 and headquartered in North Reading, Massachusetts, it plays a vital role in the automation and testing infrastructure of high-tech industries.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.16%

Annual Dividend

$0.49

Frequency

Quarterly

Payout Ratio

13.83%

FCF Payout Ratio

16.94%

Stock Price

$320.14

52-Week Range

$65.77 $344.92

Dividend Health Score

90/ 100Very Safe

TER's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 13.8% earnings payout ratio & 16.9% fcf payout ratio.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
13.8%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
16.9%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
11.9%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
96.4xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Very Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
-0.3%Very Safe
Current Ratio
1.7xSafe
Debt-to-Equity
10.1Very Safe

Profitability

Very Safe
Return on Equity
19.7%Safe
Operating Margin
30.3%Very Safe
Gross Margin
57.2%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
StableSafe

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
3.7%Caution
Earnings Stability
StableSafe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

TER annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

TER earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

February 13, 2026

Next Payment Date

March 13, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

2.94%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

3.71%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

7.18%

3-Year Total Growth

9.09%

5-Year Total Growth

20.00%

10-Year Total Growth

100.00%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

$32,014.00

Annual Income

$49.00

Quarterly Income

$12.25

Monthly Income

$4.08

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is TER's current dividend yield?
Teradyne, Inc. (TER) currently has a dividend yield of 0.16%, based on a stock price of $320.14 and an annual dividend of $0.49.
When is TER's next dividend payment date?
TER's next ex-dividend date is 2026-02-13 and the next payment date is 2026-03-13. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does TER pay in dividends per year?
Teradyne, Inc. paid $0.48 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid quarterly.
Has TER been increasing its dividend?
Teradyne, Inc. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 3.71% and a 10-year CAGR of 7.18%.
Is TER's dividend safe?
Teradyne, Inc. has a payout ratio of 13.83%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 16.94%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is TER's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Teradyne, 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 technology companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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