Merck & Co., Inc. Dividend Yield
Data as of June 01, 2026
Dividend Yield
2.86%
Annual Dividend
$3.40
Stock Price
$118.72
Market Cap
$293.22B
How It's Calculated
2.86% = $3.40 ÷ $118.72 × 100
What This Means
Merck & Co., Inc.'s dividend yield of 2.86% is in the typical range for established companies. It provides a modest income stream alongside potential capital appreciation.
About Merck & Co., Inc.
Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) operates in the Healthcare sector, specifically in Drug Manufacturers - General. With a market capitalization of about $293.22B, it ranks as a mega-cap stock — one of the largest publicly traded companies.
Shares recently traded near $118.72, within a 52-week range of $75.40 to $125.14 (-5.1% from the high, +57.5% from the low). Beta of 0.20 indicates relatively lower volatility versus the market.
Trailing profit margin is about 13.6%, signaling a solid profit margin for its industry.
Understanding This Metric
Dividend yield measures annual cash distributions relative to share price. For Merck & Co., Inc., yield should be read alongside payout sustainability and free cash flow. In Healthcare, income investors often compare yield with peers, but a very high yield can sometimes signal payout stress rather than value.
Sector Comparison
Among Healthcare names on our S&P 100 coverage, Merck & Co., Inc.'s dividend yield of 2.86% can be compared with peers such as LLY (0.63%), JNJ (2.38%), UNH (2.32%). Sector context helps interpretation, but each company's growth profile and balance sheet differ — use multiple metrics before drawing conclusions. View all Healthcare stocks.
Key Takeaways
- MRK is grouped in the Healthcare sector for peer comparisons.
- Recent beta of 0.20 suggests lower-than-market price sensitivity.
- Trailing profit margin of 13.6% provides context for how much earnings support the headline multiple.
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Payout per Share
$3.40
Sector
Healthcare
Other MRK Metrics
Frequently Asked Questions
Does MRK pay a dividend?
Yes — Merck & Co., Inc. currently shows an annual dividend rate of about $3.40 per share on this data snapshot.
How is dividend yield calculated for MRK?
Dividend yield = annual dividend per share ÷ stock price × 100. With price and dividend inputs here, MRK's yield is about 2.86%. Verify ex-dividend dates and payout changes on the issuer's investor relations site.
How does 2.86% compare to sector peers?
In Healthcare, peer yields such as PFE (6.57%), BMY (4.41%), MDT (3.85%) help frame MRK's 2.86%. Very high yields can signal value or payout stress.
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