Walmart Inc. (WMT) Yield on Cost (YOC): 0.80%
The yield on cost (YOC) for Walmart Inc. (WMT) is 0.80%.
WMT Yield on Cost (YOC) Metrics
YIELD ON COST (YOC)
0.80%
Forward Yield on Cost Projections
If you buy WMT today at the current stock price of $120.22 with a yield of 0.80% and dividends continue to grow at the historical rate (6.2% CAGR), your YOC would be:
Current Yield
0.80%
YOC in 3 Years
1.06%
YOC in 5 Years
1.28%
YOC in 10 Years
2.06%
Interactive Yield on Cost Calculator
Project custom investment returns for Walmart Inc. (WMT) based on your custom cost basis.
Starting Yield
0.81%
Ending YOC
1.99%
Year 15 Dividend
$2.39
Cum. Dividends Recd.
$24.33
| Year | Projected Div. / Share | YoY Dividend Hike | Yield on Cost (YOC) | Total Dividends Recd. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial | $0.97 | — | 0.81% | $0.00 |
| Year 1 | $1.03 | +6.19% | 0.86% | $1.03 |
| Year 2 | $1.09 | +6.19% | 0.91% | $2.12 |
| Year 3 | $1.16 | +6.19% | 0.97% | $3.29 |
| Year 4 | $1.23 | +6.19% | 1.03% | $4.52 |
| Year 5 | $1.31 | +6.19% | 1.09% | $5.83 |
| Year 6 | $1.39 | +6.19% | 1.16% | $7.22 |
| Year 7 | $1.48 | +6.19% | 1.23% | $8.70 |
| Year 8 | $1.57 | +6.19% | 1.30% | $10.26 |
| Year 9 | $1.67 | +6.19% | 1.39% | $11.93 |
| Year 10 | $1.77 | +6.19% | 1.47% | $13.70 |
| Year 11 | $1.88 | +6.19% | 1.56% | $15.58 |
| Year 12 | $1.99 | +6.19% | 1.66% | $17.57 |
| Year 13 | $2.12 | +6.19% | 1.76% | $19.69 |
| Year 14 | $2.25 | +6.19% | 1.87% | $21.94 |
| Year 15 | $2.39 | +6.19% | 1.99% | $24.33 |
Yield on Cost (YOC) Formula
Formula: Yield on Cost = Annual Dividend / Original Purchase Price × 100
Inputs shown in the projection:
- Original purchase price.
- Annual dividend per share at the starting point.
- Assumed annual dividend growth rate.
- Projected annual dividend divided by original purchase price.
Note: Forward projections assume dividends continue to grow at the designated growth rate. Actual dividend payments are declared by corporate boards and are subject to change.
Walmart Inc. Yield on Cost (YOC) Formula & Definition
Yield on Cost shows the dividend yield based on your original purchase price. As dividends grow, your YOC increases even if the market yield stays the same.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
Walmart Inc. Yield on Cost (YOC) FAQ
- What is the yield on cost (YOC) for Walmart Inc. (WMT)?
- The yield on cost (YOC) for WMT stock is 0.80%.
About Walmart Inc.
Walmart Inc., established in 1945 and based in Bentonville, Arkansas, operates as a global retail powerhouse, having officially adopted its current name in February 2018, formerly Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. The company's diverse operations, encompassing retail, wholesale, and e-commerce, are managed across three primary divisions: Walmart U.S., Walmart International, and Sam's Club. Its extensive physical presence includes a variety of store formats such as supercenters, supermarkets, hypermarkets, membership-only warehouse clubs (like Sam's Club), cash-and-carry outlets, and discount stores, primarily operating under the Walmart and Walmart Neighborhood Market banners. Digitally, the company engages customers through numerous e-commerce platforms, including walmart.com.mx, walmart.ca, flipkart.com, and PhonePe, as well as via dedicated mobile applications. Walmart offers an exceptionally broad range of products and services. Its inventory covers groceries and daily consumables, such as dairy, meats, baked goods, deli items, fresh produce, various packaged foods (dry, chilled, or frozen), alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, floral items, snacks, candies, health and beauty aids, paper products, laundry and home care essentials, baby care, and pet supplies, alongside fuel and tobacco. Furthermore, it features a comprehensive health and wellness segment, providing pharmacy, optical, and hearing services, over-the-counter medications, and other medical products. For home and personal needs, shoppers can find items ranging from home improvement goods, outdoor living products, gardening supplies, furniture, apparel, and jewelry, to tools, power equipment, housewares, toys, seasonal items, mattresses, and automotive services like tire and battery centers. The electronics department includes consumer electronics, accessories, software, video games, office supplies, appliances, and third-party gift cards. Beyond merchandise, Walmart provides a suite of financial services. These include digital payment platforms, money transfer options, bill payment services, money orders, check cashing, prepaid access solutions, co-branded credit cards, installment lending, and earned wage access programs. The company also markets several proprietary brands, notably Allswell, Athletic Works, Equate, and Free Assembly.
- Sector
- Consumer Defensive
- Industry
- Discount Stores
- CEO
- John R. Furner