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Apple Inc.
🇺🇸 AAPL · NYSE/NASDAQ · US0378331005
Technology
USD 305.76 price at analysis
Scores
Key Metrics
Powered by EODHDP/E (TTM)
35.1
P/E (Price-to-Earnings)Shows how much investors pay for each $1 of profit. We display the TTM P/E (Trailing Twelve Months) which uses actual earnings from the last 4 quarters. This is more reliable than Forward P/E which uses analyst estimates.
Calculation: 305.76 ÷ 8.70 = 35.1
TTM period through: 2026-06-30
Forward P/E (estimated): 32.1
Based on analyst estimates
Reference: Provider P/E (Trailing): 35.1
Net Debt/EBITDA (TTM)
0.1x
Latest quarter: 0.6x
Net Debt / EBITDAA leverage ratio showing how many years of EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization) it would take to repay net debt. EBITDA approximates operating cash generation. Lower ratios (e.g., <3x) are generally safer; higher (e.g., >5x) may indicate more financial risk.
TTM through: 2026-06-30
Latest quarter (2026-06-30): 0.6x
The quarterly value can spike when quarterly EBITDA is very low (e.g., one-time charges).
Quick guide: <2x manageable, >4x can be risky (sector-dependent).
ROE
1.5%
ROE (Return on Equity)A profitability measure: how much profit is generated from shareholders’ equity. Higher isn’t always better if it comes from high debt.
EV/EBITDA
26.9x
EV/EBITDAA valuation ratio that compares total business value (including debt) to EBITDA. Lower can mean cheaper, but context matters.
Dividend Summary
Powered by EODHDDividend Yield (Fwd)
0.35%
TTM: 0.34%
Dividend YieldThe Forward yield (Fwd) shows the next announced annual dividend / current price — what you'd earn going forward. The Trailing yield (TTM) in the tooltip shows dividends actually paid in the last 12 months. Forward is shown as primary because it reflects the company's current commitment to shareholders.
Forward Yield (estimated): 0.35%
Trailing Yield (TTM, last 12 months): 0.34%
Payout Ratio (Fwd)
12.4%
TTM: 12.1%
Payout RatioDividends as a percentage of earnings. The Forward payout (Fwd) uses the announced dividend divided by actual past earnings (TTM) — it tells you if the company can afford what it promised. Very high payouts can be risky, especially if profits fall.
Announced dividend / actual earnings (TTM)
Payout (Fwd): 12.4%
Payout (TTM): 12.1%
Cash Flow Payout (TTM): 10.7%
FCF Coverage (TTM): 8.74x
Growth Streak
8 yrs
Consec. increases
Div. Growth (5Y)
5.0%
Dividend History
EODHD Dividends API| Status | Type | Decl. Date | Ex-Div Date | Pay Date | Currency | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forecast* | Quarterly | — | 10 Aug 2027 | — | USD | 0.27 |
| Forecast* | Quarterly | — | 11 May 2027 | — | USD | 0.27 |
| Forecast* | Quarterly | — | 09 Feb 2027 | — | USD | 0.26 |
| Forecast* | Quarterly | — | 10 Nov 2026 | — | USD | 0.26 |
| Paid | Quarterly | 30 Jul 2026 | 10 Aug 2026 | 13 Aug 2026 | USD | 0.27 |
| Paid | Quarterly | 30 Apr 2026 | 11 May 2026 | 14 May 2026 | USD | 0.27 |
| Paid | Quarterly | 29 Jan 2026 | 09 Feb 2026 | 12 Feb 2026 | USD | 0.26 |
| Paid | Quarterly | 30 Oct 2025 | 10 Nov 2025 | 13 Nov 2025 | USD | 0.26 |
* Extrapolated from past dividend history. Not an official announcement — treat as an estimate, not a confirmed date or amount.
Summary
Apple is an elite technology compounder with an exceptional moat, but it remains a fundamental mismatch for conservative dividend investors. The combination of a negligible 0.34% yield, an elevated P/E of 35.14, and mounting structural antitrust risks limits its utility for cash-flow generation. Not recommended for new positions in a strict DGI portfolio.
Sector Context
Apple operates in the Consumer Electronics industry within the Technology sector. For a Dividend Growth Investing (DGI) strategy, this is generally a complete mismatch when companies utilize a buyback-first capital return model (1.82% net buyback yield vs 0.34% dividend yield), as the focus is almost entirely on capital appreciation rather than meaningful cash income generation.
📊 Strategy Analysis
- • Exceptional competitive moat and ecosystem lock-in, driving highly resilient revenues.
- • Pristine balance sheet with a deeply manageable Net Debt/EBITDA of 0.13x.
- • Dividend is extremely well-covered by free cash flow (8.74x coverage) with a low payout ratio of 12.16%.
⚠ What to Watch
- • Fundamental strategy mismatch: Operates in tech hardware with a buyback-first capital allocation model and a negligible 0.34% dividend yield.
- • Elevated valuation with a TTM P/E of 35.14 vastly exceeds the strategy's target range of 8-15x, offering no margin of safety.
- • Faces massive structural and regulatory blockades, including the unwinding of Google's lucrative default search exclusivity, strict EU DMA compliance, and a sweeping US DOJ antitrust lawsuit.
📊 Historical Trends (10 Years)
Powered by EODHDThese charts show how key metrics have evolved over the past decade, helping you identify if the company is improving or deteriorating.
Debt Evolution (Net Debt / EBITDA)
Lower values are better. A declining trend indicates the company is reducing its debt (deleveraging).
Revenue & Earnings Growth
Consistent growth in revenueRevenue
The money a company brings in from selling its products or services. It’s the top line before costs. (blue) and earningsEarnings (Profit)
What’s left after expenses. Positive earnings mean the business made a profit; negative means a loss. (green) indicates a healthy business. Look for upward trends and recoveries after temporary dips.
Dividend Sustainability (FCF vs Dividends Paid)
Free cash flowFree Cash Flow
Cash left after the company pays for running the business and maintaining it. Often used to fund dividends, pay debt, or buy back shares. (FCFFCF (Free Cash Flow)
Short for Free Cash Flow: cash left after operating needs and maintenance spending., blue) should cover dividends paidDividends Paid
Cash the company paid out to shareholders. It’s not guaranteed and can change over time. (green). If dividends consistently exceed FCFFCF (Free Cash Flow)
Short for Free Cash Flow: cash left after operating needs and maintenance spending., the dividend may be at risk.
Analysis date: 2026-08-15
Disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only. Not financial advice.