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AT&T Inc. (T) Yield on Cost (YOC): 4.78%

T Yield on Cost (YOC) Metrics

YIELD ON COST (YOC)

4.78%

Yield on Cost for T

T now pays $1.11 per share a year. Measured against the price it actually traded at back then, a long-term holder is earning:

If you boughtPrice thenYield on cost today
10 years ago(2016-06-08)$30.093.69%
5 years ago(2021-06-04)$22.095.02%
3 years ago(2023-06-06)$15.677.08%
1 year ago(2025-06-10)$28.423.91%
Buying today(at $23.21)$23.214.78%

If you buy today and the dividend keeps growing

Projection: starting from today's 4.78% yield, assuming the dividend keeps compounding at its historical -11.8% rate. Boards set dividends each year, so actual figures will differ.

Today

4.78%

In 3 years

2.55%

In 5 years

1.68%

In 10 years

0.59%

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$23.21
$1.11
-11.80%
15 Years

Starting Yield

4.78%

Ending YOC

0.73%

Year 15 Dividend

$0.17

Cum. Dividends Recd.

$7.04

Yield on Cost Progression Graph
Detailed Projections Ledger
Year-by-year table outlining compounding dividend returns on your purchase cost basis.
YearProjected Div. / ShareYoY Dividend HikeYield on Cost (YOC)Total Dividends Recd.
Initial$1.114.78%$0.00
Year 1$0.98+-11.80%4.22%$0.98
Year 2$0.86+-11.80%3.72%$1.84
Year 3$0.76+-11.80%3.28%$2.60
Year 4$0.67+-11.80%2.89%$3.28
Year 5$0.59+-11.80%2.55%$3.87
Year 6$0.52+-11.80%2.25%$4.39
Year 7$0.46+-11.80%1.99%$4.85
Year 8$0.41+-11.80%1.75%$5.26
Year 9$0.36+-11.80%1.54%$5.62
Year 10$0.32+-11.80%1.36%$5.93
Year 11$0.28+-11.80%1.20%$6.21
Year 12$0.25+-11.80%1.06%$6.46
Year 13$0.22+-11.80%0.93%$6.67
Year 14$0.19+-11.80%0.82%$6.87
Year 15$0.17+-11.80%0.73%$7.04

AT&T Inc. Yield on Cost (YOC) Formula & Definition

Yield on cost is the dividend yield measured against your original purchase price, not today's price. As a company raises its dividend, the yield on what you actually paid keeps rising even when the market yield holds steady.

Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute

AT&T Inc. Yield on Cost (YOC) FAQ

What is the yield on cost (YOC) for AT&T Inc. (T)?
The yield on cost (YOC) for T stock is 4.78%.

About AT&T Inc.

Globally, AT&T Inc. delivers an array of telecommunication, media, and technology offerings. Within its Communications division, the company supplies wireless voice and data communication services. It also markets mobile devices, such as smartphones, wireless data access cards, and portable computing gadgets, alongside accessories like protective cases and hands-free equipment. These products are distributed through AT&T's proprietary outlets, authorized agents, and external retail partners. Furthermore, this segment caters to a broad clientele including multinational corporations, small-to-medium-sized enterprises, government entities, and wholesale clients. For these customers, it delivers an extensive suite of services encompassing data, voice connectivity, cybersecurity, cloud-based solutions, outsourcing, and both managed and professional services, in addition to client-side equipment. Residential consumers also benefit from this division's provision of high-speed fiber optic internet and traditional landline telephone services. Its communication-related offerings and merchandise are promoted under well-known brand names such as AT&T, Cricket, AT&T PREPAID, and AT&T Fiber. The Latin America segment is responsible for delivering wireless communication services within Mexico, as well as video entertainment services across the wider Latin American region. These services and products are branded as AT&T and Unefon. Established in 1983 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, the corporation was previously known as SBC Communications Inc. and officially adopted the name AT&T Inc. in 2005.

Dallas, TX
139,970 employees
Communication Services / Telecommunications Services
Sector
Communication Services
Industry
Telecommunications Services
CEO
John T. Stankey