eBay Dividends and Buybacks
Dividend criteria checks 2/6
eBay is a dividend paying company with a current yield of 1.08% that is well covered by earnings. Next payment date is on 12th June, 2026 with an ex-dividend date of 29th May, 2026.
Key information
1.1%
Dividend yield
4.9%
Buyback Yield
| Total Shareholder Yield | 6.0% |
| Future Dividend Yield | 1.2% |
| Dividend Growth | 15.2% |
| Next dividend pay date | 12 Jun 26 |
| Ex dividend date | 29 May 26 |
| Dividend per share | n/a |
| Payout ratio | 27% |
Recent dividend and buyback updates
Recent updates
New Narrative • May 20
GME and EBay both Valued I. Their Past Instead of Futute
THE GAMESTOP CONVERGENCE TRADE A consolidated architectural and capital-structure due diligence on the GameStop / eBay acquisition path, the vertically integrated collectibles infrastructure that sits beneath it, the capital stack built to execute, and the float and governance mechanics that resolve in the next twelve months “Velocity without visibility is just faster opacity.” TLDR The eBay bid is not a standalone acquisition. It is the second-to-last move in a multi-year, traceable strategic architecture connecting GameStop, PSA/Collectors Holdings, eBay's existing vaulting integration, and (implied) tZERO settlement infrastructure.
Narrative Update • May 17
EBAY: Reinvestment And Depop Deal Will Likely Restrain Future Earnings Power
eBay's fair value estimate has been raised by about $4, with analysts pointing to a higher assumed future P/E multiple, along with small adjustments to revenue growth, profit margins, and discount rate, as they respond to a broad wave of upward price target revisions following recent research updates. Analyst Commentary Recent research has been dominated by higher price targets after eBay's Q4 and Q1 updates, with several firms highlighting stronger Gross Merchandise Volume, better than expected earnings and the planned US$1.2b Depop acquisition as key supports for their models.Seeking Alpha • May 12
Wall Street Lunch: EBay Rejects GameStop Takeover Proposal
Summary eBay (EBAY) rejected GameStop’s (GME) $56B takeover bid, citing doubts over financing, leverage, governance, and confidence in its standalone strategy. Core CPI rose 0.4% in April, surpassing consensus, with energy-driven inflation likely keeping the Fed on hold through summer. Quantum Computing (QUBT) surged on a 9,000% Q1 revenue jump but remains a 'show-me' story with a small hardware revenue base. Zebra Technologies (ZBRA) raised full-year EPS guidance above consensus after a Q1 beat; Under Armour (UAA) fell on weak guidance. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • May 01
EBAY: Reinvestment And Depop Integration Will Likely Cap Longer Term Earnings Upside
The analyst price target for eBay has moved modestly higher, with the updated fair value estimate rising by about $2.40. Analysts highlight stronger execution in core e-commerce, supportive recent earnings and guidance, and expected benefits from the Depop acquisition and category specific growth.
Narrative Update • Apr 17
EBAY: Q4 Execution AI Initiatives And Depop Resale Push Will Shape 2026
eBay's analyst fair value estimate edges up to $99.30 as analysts factor in slightly higher revenue growth expectations, a modestly lower discount rate, and ongoing support from strong Q4 results, Depop-related resale expansion, and continued enthusiasm around core growth and AI execution. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around eBay centers on the strong Q4 print, the announced Depop acquisition, and what these mean for growth, execution, and valuation.Narrative Update • Apr 03
EBAY: GenAI ROIC Execution And Depop Integration Will Shape 2026 Outlook
Narrative Update: eBay Price Target Revision The updated analyst price target moves to $99.13 from $94.73, reflecting analysts' generally positive views on eBay's recent Q4 performance, core marketplace growth, AI execution, and the potential contribution from the Depop acquisition, even as some highlight reinvestment needs and a slightly lower assumed future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Recent research on eBay clusters around a broadly constructive view on execution and growth, with some debate on how much of that is already reflected in valuation and how reinvestment affects earnings power.Narrative Update • Mar 20
EBAY: Reinvestment In AI And Depop Integration Will Likely Constrain Upside
Analysts have slightly lifted the price target for eBay, citing stronger core growth, Q4 outperformance, AI execution, and potential revenue benefits from the $1.2 billion Depop acquisition as key supports for the updated view. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research around eBay clusters around two themes: stronger fundamentals in the latest quarter and a reset in how the market values the stock after the announced US$1.2b Depop acquisition and acceleration in key focus categories.Narrative Update • Mar 06
EBAY: Reinvestment And Depop Acquisition Will Likely Restrain Future Upside
Analysts have raised our eBay fair value estimate by about $1.63 to $71.24 as they factor in higher revenue growth, slightly firmer profitability, and a lower future P/E multiple, following broadly higher Street price targets supported by recent Q4 results and the planned Depop acquisition. Analyst Commentary Street research around eBay has turned more constructive overall, with many firms lifting price targets after Q4 earnings and the announced Depop purchase.Narrative Update • Feb 19
EBAY: GenAI Reinvestment And Flat Take Rates Will Likely Cap Upside
Analysts have made only a slight adjustment to their eBay price targets, with one moving to $93 and another to $112. They are factoring in expectations for modest GMV and revenue growth in 2026, continued reinvestment in focus categories and GenAI initiatives, and relatively stable take rates.Narrative Update • Feb 05
EBAY: GenAI ROIC Execution And E Commerce Risks Will Shape 2026 Outlook
Narrative Update Analysts have lifted their price target on eBay by $10 to $112, noting potential rewards for companies that can demonstrate stronger returns on invested capital from GenAI and GPU-related technologies, while also acknowledging that certain internet subsectors, including parts of e-commerce, may continue to trade on lower P/E multiples. Analyst Commentary Recent research has brought a higher price target for eBay, with bullish analysts focusing on how the company could benefit if it can convert GenAI and GPU-related tools into better returns on invested capital, while more cautious voices are watching how e-commerce valuations hold up in areas facing disruption risk.Narrative Update • Jan 21
EBAY: Focus Categories And GenAI Efficiencies Will Shape Balanced 2026 Outlook
Our updated eBay narrative reflects a modest increase in fair value to $94.73 per share from $93.97, as analysts factor in slightly higher expected revenue growth, a marginally lower discount rate, and Street research that highlights improving product experience, GenAI driven efficiencies, and higher price targets ranging from $89 to $115. Analyst Commentary Recent Street commentary on eBay clusters around product execution in focus categories, the role of GenAI in efficiency and discovery, and how much of the near term growth story is already reflected in current share prices.Narrative Update • Jan 07
EBAY: Trading Card Reliance Will Likely Undermine Future Marketplace Momentum
Analysts have nudged their average price targets on eBay higher, with recent moves such as US$60 to US$65, US$75 to US$89, US$85 to US$95, US$87 to US$100 and a fresh US$115 target. These changes reflect views that focus categories, trading cards and product improvements, including AI driven discovery, could support merchandise volume and profit margins, even as expectations for revenue growth remain more measured.Analysis Article • Dec 30
An Intrinsic Calculation For eBay Inc. (NASDAQ:EBAY) Suggests It's 24% Undervalued
Key Insights eBay's estimated fair value is US$116 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity eBay's US$87.74 share...Narrative Update • Dec 24
EBAY: Future GMV Momentum Will Likely Prove Unsustainable And Limit Upside
The analyst price target for eBay has been raised by about $3 to approximately $70 per share, as analysts point to improving GMV trends, stronger focus category momentum, and AI driven marketplace enhancements that support slightly faster revenue growth and a higher future P/E multiple. These positives are partially offset by modestly lower margin expectations and a higher discount rate.Narrative Update • Dec 10
EBAY: Focus Categories And AI Will Drive Marketplace Upside Through 2026
Analysts nudged their average price target for eBay higher to about $94 per share, citing improving focus category momentum, a more resilient GMV growth outlook into 2026, and supportive trading cards and AI driven marketplace initiatives, despite only modest tweaks to growth and discount rate assumptions. Analyst Commentary Street research has turned incrementally more constructive on eBay, with a series of price target increases and at least one rating upgrade reflecting growing confidence in the company’s ability to sustain merchandise volume growth and monetize key focus categories into 2026.Narrative Update • Nov 26
EBAY: Focus Category Momentum And AI Will Drive Upside Through 2026
eBay’s analyst price target has seen a notable increase, with the updated consensus rising from $87 to $100 per share. Analysts cite continued strength in focus categories and improved marketplace execution as key drivers of the upward revision.Narrative Update • Nov 10
EBAY: Future Category Strength And AI Integrations Will Drive Share Gains
eBay's analyst price target has risen by nearly $3.40 to approximately $94.93, as analysts point to sustained improvements in profit margins and robust growth in focus categories like collectibles to support their more optimistic outlook. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst research reveals a blend of optimism and caution regarding eBay's outlook.Narrative Update • Oct 27
Focus Categories And AI Will Shape Marketplace Dynamics In The Coming Years
eBay's analyst price target has been raised from $89 to approximately $91.55 per share. This reflects modest optimism among analysts due to ongoing improvements in product initiatives, growth in focus categories, and strengthened marketplace fundamentals.Narrative Update • Oct 13
Online Recommerce And AI Will Shape Sustainable Market Opportunities
eBay's analyst price target has ticked up to $89.00, a modest increase reflecting analysts' recognition of improved gross merchandise volume growth and recent sector multiple expansion. Some lingering caution remains around competitive positioning.Narrative Update • Aug 16
Online Recommerce And AI Will Shape Sustainable Market Opportunities
eBay’s analyst price target has increased to $87.63, reflecting better-than-expected Q2 results, accelerating growth in key categories, technology investment, and higher EPS estimates, though some caution remains after the share price rally. Analyst Commentary Better-than-expected Q2 results, including 7% net income growth and 6% revenue increase, supported by accelerated growth in focus categories and enhanced platform tools such as live commerce.Analysis Article • Aug 08
Earnings Troubles May Signal Larger Issues for eBay (NASDAQ:EBAY) Shareholders
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eBay Inc.'s (NASDAQ:EBAY) Share Price Could Signal Some Risk
There wouldn't be many who think eBay Inc.'s ( NASDAQ:EBAY ) price-to-earnings (or "P/E") ratio of 18.6x is worth a...Analysis Article • Jul 10
Is eBay (NASDAQ:EBAY) A Risky Investment?
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Jun 25
An Intrinsic Calculation For eBay Inc. (NASDAQ:EBAY) Suggests It's 28% Undervalued
Key Insights eBay's estimated fair value is US$104 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity eBay is estimated to be...Seeking Alpha • Apr 01
eBay: Poised To Dominate Its e-Commerce Niche
Summary eBay's strategic refocus on non-new, pre-owned items insulates it from larger e-commerce competitors like Amazon and Alibaba, which rely heavily on volume to achieve cost-leadership. eBay's value-adding services on high-value discretionary merchandise differentiate it from the high-volume, cost-leadership of Amazon and other Chinese e-commerce giants. While minuscule compared to its bigger competitors, eBay's profitability and scale will give it an edge against the more specialized competitors in its niche, some of which are unprofitable. eBay's scale and profitability allow it to outspend smaller competitors in key operating activities crucial to competitive advantage, such as R&D and marketing. eBay's significantly lower valuation than that of e-commerce and retail leaders, such as Amazon and Walmart, makes it a compelling buy. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaSeeking Alpha • Mar 06
eBay: The Fundamentals Don't Stack Up With This Share Price
Summary The second-hand e-Commerce market is booming, driven by social media, tech advancements, and sustainability, with eBay holding a significant market share. eBay's network effect and 133 million active users create a strong moat, though recent growth has been modest at 1.7% over three years. Financially, eBay boasts high gross margins (~70%) and a healthy balance sheet, but weak guidance and low GAAP EBIT margins raise concerns. The fast-growing Advertising segment and ongoing share repurchase program might offer potential upside, despite disappointing recent guidance. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaUpcoming Dividend Payment
Stability and Growth of Payments
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Stable Dividend: Whilst dividend payments have been stable, EBAY has been paying a dividend for less than 10 years.
Growing Dividend: EBAY's dividend payments have increased, but the company has only paid a dividend for 7 years.
Dividend Yield vs Market
| eBay Dividend Yield vs Market |
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| Segment | Dividend Yield |
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| Company (EBAY) | 1.1% |
| Market Bottom 25% (US) | 1.4% |
| Market Top 25% (US) | 4.2% |
| Industry Average (Multiline Retail) | 1.3% |
| Analyst forecast (EBAY) (up to 3 years) | 1.2% |
Notable Dividend: EBAY's dividend (1.08%) isn’t notable compared to the bottom 25% of dividend payers in the US market (1.4%).
High Dividend: EBAY's dividend (1.08%) is low compared to the top 25% of dividend payers in the US market (4.17%).
Earnings Payout to Shareholders
Earnings Coverage: With its reasonably low payout ratio (26.7%), EBAY's dividend payments are well covered by earnings.
Cash Payout to Shareholders
Cash Flow Coverage: With its reasonably low cash payout ratio (32.6%), EBAY's dividend payments are well covered by cash flows.
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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/26 10:49 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/26 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/03/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
eBay Inc. is covered by 64 analysts. 18 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Richard Kramer | Arete Research Services LLP |
| Oliver Lester | Arete Research Services LLP |
| Joseph Bonner | Argus Research Company |