Danaher Corp Dividend Yield
Data as of August 04, 2026
Dividend Yield
0.81%
Annual Dividend
$1.60
Stock Price
$197.50
Market Cap
$137.07B
How It's Calculated
0.81% = $1.60 ÷ $197.50 × 100
What This Means
Danaher Corp's dividend yield of 0.81% is relatively low, which is common for companies that prioritize reinvesting earnings for growth over distributing dividends.
About Danaher Corp
Danaher Corp (DHR) operates in the Life Sciences Tools & Services sector, specifically in Life Sciences Tools & Services. With a market capitalization of about $137.07B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $197.50, within a 52-week range of $160.93 to $242.80 (-18.7% from the high, +22.7% from the low). Beta of 0.78 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 16.0%, signaling a solid profit margin for its industry.
Understanding This Metric
Dividend yield measures annual cash distributions relative to share price. For Danaher Corp, yield should be read alongside payout sustainability and free cash flow. In Life Sciences Tools & Services, income investors often compare yield with peers, but a very high yield can sometimes signal payout stress rather than value.
Sector Comparison
Among Life Sciences Tools & Services names on our S&P 100 coverage, Danaher Corp's dividend yield of 0.81% can be compared with peers such as TMO (0.33%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Life Sciences Tools & Services stocks.
Key Takeaways
- DHR is grouped in the Life Sciences Tools & Services sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.78 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 16.0% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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$1.60
Sector
Life Sciences Tools & Services
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does DHR pay a dividend?
Yes — Danaher Corp currently shows an annual dividend rate of about $1.60 per share on this data snapshot.
How is dividend yield calculated for DHR?
Dividend yield = annual dividend per share ÷ stock price × 100. With price and dividend inputs here, DHR's yield is about 0.81%. Verify ex-dividend dates and payout changes on the issuer's investor relations site.
How does 0.81% compare to sector peers?
In Life Sciences Tools & Services, peer yields such as TMO (0.33%) help frame DHR's 0.81%. Very high yields can signal value or payout stress.
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