Eaton Corporation plc Dividend Yield
Data as of June 01, 2026
Dividend Yield
1.10%
Annual Dividend
$4.40
Stock Price
$400.60
Market Cap
$155.55B
How It's Calculated
1.10% = $4.40 ÷ $400.60 × 100
What This Means
Eaton Corporation plc's dividend yield of 1.10% is in the typical range for established companies. It provides a modest income stream alongside potential capital appreciation.
About Eaton Corporation plc
Eaton Corporation plc (ETN) operates in the Industrials sector, specifically in Specialty Industrial Machinery. With a market capitalization of about $155.55B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $400.60, within a 52-week range of $311.90 to $435.43 (-8.0% from the high, +28.4% from the low). Beta of 1.24 suggests the stock has been more volatile than the broader market.
Trailing profit margin is about 14.0%, signaling a solid profit margin for its industry.
Understanding This Metric
Dividend yield measures annual cash distributions relative to share price. For Eaton Corporation plc, yield should be read alongside payout sustainability and free cash flow. In Industrials, income investors often compare yield with peers, but a very high yield can sometimes signal payout stress rather than value.
Sector Comparison
Among Industrials names on our S&P 100 coverage, Eaton Corporation plc's dividend yield of 1.10% can be compared with peers such as CAT (0.69%), GE (0.58%), RTX (1.54%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Industrials stocks.
Key Takeaways
- ETN is grouped in the Industrials sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 1.24 suggests higher-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 14.0% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Payout per Share
$4.40
Sector
Industrials
Other ETN Metrics
Frequently Asked Questions
Does ETN pay a dividend?
Yes — Eaton Corporation plc currently shows an annual dividend rate of about $4.40 per share on this data snapshot.
How is dividend yield calculated for ETN?
Dividend yield = annual dividend per share ÷ stock price × 100. With price and dividend inputs here, ETN's yield is about 1.10%. Verify ex-dividend dates and payout changes on the issuer's investor relations site.
How does 1.10% compare to sector peers?
In Industrials, peer yields such as UPS (6.15%), LMT (2.60%), UNP (2.10%) help frame ETN's 1.10%. Very high yields can signal value or payout stress.
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