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CAIBX Dividend Calculator

Calculate how much dividend income American Funds Capital Income Builder Class A (CAIBX) could generate with reinvestment. Pre-loaded with CAIBX's current 7.07% yield and 21.9% dividend growth rate.

Dividend Yield: 7.07%

Annual Dividend: $5.96 per share

Share Price: $84.27

CAIBX DRIP Calculator

Model CAIBX dividend reinvestment with customizable yield, growth rate, contribution, and time horizon. Compare DRIP vs no-DRIP returns and see year-by-year projection tables.

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate (CAGR): 21.9% per year

What If You Invested $1,000 in CAIBX 10 Years Ago?

A $1,000 investment in CAIBX on 2016-09-30 would be worth $2,190.24 today with dividends reinvested (DRIP), a total return of 119%.

Without reinvesting, the total portfolio value (shares plus cash dividends) would be $1,912.68 (91.3% return). Reinvesting dividends added $277.56 in extra value.

Starting share price: $58.93 — Current share price: $84.27

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CAIBX's current dividend yield?

CAIBX (American Funds Capital Income Builder Class A) currently has a dividend yield of 7.07%. This means for every $10,000 invested, you would receive approximately $707 per year in dividend income before taxes.

How much CAIBX do I need to make $1,000 per month in dividends?

To earn $1,000 per month ($12,000/year) from CAIBX at its current yield of 7.07%, you would need approximately $169,731 invested. With dividend reinvestment and growth, you may need less over time.

Does CAIBX pay monthly dividends?

Yes, CAIBX pays dividends monthly, making it popular with income investors who want regular cash flow.

Is CAIBX's dividend safe?

Payout ratio data is not available for CAIBX. Review the company's earnings and cash flow statements for a safety assessment.

What is CAIBX's dividend growth rate?

CAIBX's 5-year dividend compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is approximately 21.9% per year. This growth rate is pre-loaded into the calculator above to give you a realistic projection.

What would $1,000 invested in CAIBX 10 years ago be worth today?

A $1,000 investment in CAIBX on 2016-09-30 would be worth approximately $2,190.24 today with dividends reinvested (DRIP), a 119% total return. Without reinvesting, the total portfolio value (shares plus accumulated cash dividends) would be $1,912.68 — meaning DRIP added $277.56 in extra value.

See full dividend history and analysis on the CAIBX dividend page.