dividend-analysis

Analyze dividend safety, growth, and yield for US-listed stocks.

164|40|Updated Feb 16, 2026

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Skill: dividend-analysis
Source: https://github.com/yennanliu/InvestSkill/tree/main/plugins/us-stock-analysis/skills/dividend-analysis
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/yennanliu/InvestSkill --skill dividend-analysis

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill helps investors assess the safety, growth potential, and yield attractiveness of dividend-paying stocks, mitigating risks associated with income investing.

Core Features & Use Cases

Dividend Safety Score: Evaluates payout ratios, debt levels, and earnings stability to provide a safety grade.
Dividend Growth Analysis: Calculates historical growth rates and checks sustainability against earnings growth.
Yield Trap Detection: Identifies high-yield stocks that may be at risk of a dividend cut.
Use Case: An investor can use this Skill to get a comprehensive report on Coca-Cola's (KO) dividend, including its safety score, historical growth, and whether its current yield is sustainable.

Quick Start

Analyze the dividend safety and growth for Apple Inc. using the ticker AAPL.

Frequently Asked Questions about dividend-analysis

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I check if a stock's dividend is safe before investing?▼

To check dividend safety, evaluate payout ratios, debt levels, and earnings stability for US-listed stocks or REITs. This process generates a specific dividend safety score to mitigate income investing risks.

How do I calculate and verify dividend growth sustainability?▼

Calculate dividend growth sustainability by measuring historical growth rates against the company's earnings growth. This analysis verifies whether the current dividend growth trajectory can be maintained.

What is a yield trap and how do I detect high-yield stocks at risk?▼

A yield trap is a high-yield stock at risk of cutting its dividend. Detect yield traps by assessing yield sustainability and financial health to identify inconsistencies between high yields and underlying earnings reliability.

Can I analyze dividend yields for REITs and income-focused portfolios?▼

Yes, you can analyze dividend yields for REITs and income-focused portfolios. The analysis evaluates yield sustainability, historical reliability, and income optimization specifically for these asset types.

How do I compare dividend metrics against peer stocks?▼

To compare dividend metrics against peer stocks, generate a peer comparison table. This table evaluates yield attractiveness, safety scores, and growth metrics relative to similar companies within the same sector.

What are the key risks and monitoring triggers for dividend investing?▼

Key risks for dividend investing include earnings instability and unsustainable payout ratios. Monitoring triggers are generated by assessing financial health and yield sustainability to signal potential dividend cuts.