MetLife, Inc. Dividend Yield
Data as of June 01, 2026
Dividend Yield
2.87%
Annual Dividend
$2.37
Stock Price
$82.69
Market Cap
$53.21B
How It's Calculated
2.87% = $2.37 ÷ $82.69 × 100
What This Means
MetLife, Inc.'s dividend yield of 2.87% is in the typical range for established companies. It provides a modest income stream alongside potential capital appreciation.
About MetLife, Inc.
MetLife, Inc. (MET) operates in the Financial Services sector, specifically in Insurance - Life. With a market capitalization of about $53.21B, it ranks as a large-cap stock — a major established company.
Shares recently traded near $82.69, within a 52-week range of $67.33 to $85.29 (-3.0% from the high, +22.8% from the low). Beta of 0.78 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 4.7%, signaling modest profitability that investors should weigh against growth plans.
Understanding This Metric
Dividend yield measures annual cash distributions relative to share price. For MetLife, Inc., yield should be read alongside payout sustainability and free cash flow. In Financial Services, income investors often compare yield with peers, but a very high yield can sometimes signal payout stress rather than value.
Sector Comparison
Among Financial Services names on our S&P 100 coverage, MetLife, Inc.'s dividend yield of 2.87% can be compared with peers such as BRK-B (0.00%), JPM (2.00%), V (0.82%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Financial Services stocks.
Key Takeaways
- MET is grouped in the Financial Services sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.78 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 4.7% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Payout per Share
$2.37
Sector
Financial Services
Other MET Metrics
Frequently Asked Questions
Does MET pay a dividend?
Yes — MetLife, Inc. currently shows an annual dividend rate of about $2.37 per share on this data snapshot.
How is dividend yield calculated for MET?
Dividend yield = annual dividend per share ÷ stock price × 100. With price and dividend inputs here, MET's yield is about 2.87%. Verify ex-dividend dates and payout changes on the issuer's investor relations site.
How does 2.87% compare to sector peers?
In Financial Services, peer yields such as USB (3.76%), WFC (2.32%), BAC (2.17%) help frame MET's 2.87%. Very high yields can signal value or payout stress.
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