Relationship to dividend yield
Investors typically look not only at the dividend amount itself but also at "dividend yield," which shows how much dividend income is received relative to the share price. The level and sustainability of dividends depend on a company's performance and dividend policy, and dividends can increase, decrease, or be suspended entirely.
What to keep in mind
A dividend is a representative example of income that can be earned simply by holding an asset (income gain), but the amount received is subject to tax. Because past dividend performance does not guarantee future dividends, it is worth checking business trends and the sustainability of the dividend policy as well.