Dolby Laboratories (DLB) Stock Price

Dolby Laboratories Price

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63.86USD
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-0.10 USD
Today %
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Dolby Laboratories (DLB) — ISIN US25659T1079. The Dolby Laboratories stock price was 63.86 USD in 2026. Revenue was 1.43 B USD. Earnings were 420.08 M USD. P/E ratio was 14.82. Dolby Laboratories operates in the Information technology sector.

Dolby Laboratories stock price

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Dolby Laboratories Stock Price History
DateDolby Laboratories Price
3/11/202663.86 USD
3/10/202663.96 USD
3/9/202665.25 USD
3/6/202664.95 USD
3/5/202665.48 USD
2/26/202665.45 USD
2/25/202664.29 USD
2/24/202664.01 USD
2/23/202663.78 USD
2/20/202664.05 USD
2/19/202664.26 USD
2/18/202664.73 USD
2/17/202663.89 USD
2/13/202666.48 USD
2/12/202666.58 USD
2/11/202669.20 USD
2/10/202668.28 USD

Dolby Laboratories Revenue, EBIT, Net Income

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Net Income
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Revenue
EBIT
Net Income
Jan 1, 2006
391.5 M USD
126 M USD
89.5 M USD
Jan 1, 2007
482 M USD
184.9 M USD
142.8 M USD
Jan 1, 2008
640.2 M USD
286.8 M USD
199.5 M USD
Jan 1, 2009
719.5 M USD
368.5 M USD
243 M USD
Jan 1, 2010
922.7 M USD
436.4 M USD
283.4 M USD
Jan 1, 2011
961.1 M USD
433.1 M USD
309.3 M USD
Jan 1, 2012
933 M USD
363.6 M USD
264.3 M USD
Jan 1, 2013
909.7 M USD
251.2 M USD
189.3 M USD
Jan 1, 2014
960.2 M USD
276.1 M USD
206.1 M USD
Jan 1, 2015
970.6 M USD
213.1 M USD
181.4 M USD
Jan 1, 2016
1.03 B USD
233 M USD
185.9 M USD
Jan 1, 2017
1.08 B USD
260 M USD
206.5 M USD
Jan 1, 2018
1.05 B USD
183.1 M USD
41.7 M USD
Jan 1, 2019
1.24 B USD
293.7 M USD
255.2 M USD
Jan 1, 2020
1.16 B USD
220.5 M USD
231.4 M USD

Dolby Laboratories Income Statement, Balance Sheet, Cash Flow Statement

Last updated Mar 12, 2026, 2:02 AM
 
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Income Statement Key Figures

Revenue and Revenue Growth

Revenue is the starting point of every income statement — it measures the total sales Dolby Laboratories generates from its core business. Revenue growth (expressed as year-over-year percentage change) is one of the most important indicators of business momentum. Sustained growth above 10 % annually is generally considered strong, while declining revenue is a serious warning sign that demands investigation.

Gross Margin

Gross margin = (Revenue − Cost of Goods Sold) ÷ Revenue. It reveals what percentage of each dollar of revenue Dolby Laboratories retains after direct production costs. High gross margins (above 50 %) are typical of asset-light businesses like software and brands, while capital-intensive industries like manufacturing often operate below 30 %. Compare Dolby Laboratories's gross margin to industry peers and track it over time to spot improving or deteriorating pricing power.

EBIT and EBIT Margin

EBIT measures operating profit — what remains after subtracting all operating expenses (including R&D, sales, and administrative costs) from gross profit. The EBIT margin shows this as a percentage of revenue. Because it excludes interest and taxes, EBIT allows fair comparisons between companies with different debt levels and tax jurisdictions. A rising EBIT margin indicates improving operational efficiency.

Net Income and Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Net income is the company's final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes. Dividing net income by the number of shares outstanding gives you EPS — the single most influential metric in stock valuation. Consistent EPS growth is the primary driver of long-term stock price appreciation. Always check whether EPS growth comes from genuine profit improvement or from share buybacks reducing the share count.

Shares Outstanding

The total number of shares Dolby Laboratories has issued. A declining share count (through buybacks) boosts EPS and signals management confidence. A rising share count (through stock issuance) dilutes existing shareholders. Always monitor this number alongside EPS to get the full picture of per-share value creation.

Analyst Estimates

The projected figures represent consensus estimates from professional analysts. Compare these forecasts against Dolby Laboratories's historical growth rates to assess whether expectations are realistic. A company that consistently beats consensus estimates tends to see its stock price rewarded over time, while repeated misses erode investor confidence.

 
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Balance Sheet

What Is the Balance Sheet?

The balance sheet is a financial snapshot of Dolby Laboratories at a specific point in time. It follows the fundamental equation: Assets = Liabilities + Shareholders' Equity. Unlike the income statement (which covers a period), the balance sheet tells you what the company owns, what it owes, and what belongs to shareholders at a given date.

Assets

Current assets (cash, receivables, inventory) can be converted to cash within 12 months and indicate short-term liquidity. Non-current assets (property, equipment, intangible assets, goodwill) represent long-term investments. A high proportion of cash and short-term investments gives Dolby Laboratories financial flexibility to weather downturns, fund acquisitions, or return capital to shareholders.

Liabilities

Current liabilities (accounts payable, short-term debt) are obligations due within one year. Non-current liabilities (long-term debt, pension obligations) are due further out. Key ratio to watch: the debt-to-equity ratio (Total Debt ÷ Shareholders' Equity). A ratio below 1.0 is generally healthy, meaning the company is funded more by equity than debt. Highly leveraged companies amplify both gains and losses.

Shareholders' Equity

Equity is the residual value belonging to shareholders after all debts are paid. It includes retained earnings (accumulated profits not paid out as dividends) and paid-in capital. Rising equity year over year is a positive sign — it means Dolby Laboratories is building book value. Declining equity, especially when driven by losses or heavy share buybacks funded by debt, warrants closer scrutiny.

Key Ratios to Derive

From the balance sheet, you can calculate the current ratio (current assets ÷ current liabilities; above 1.5 is comfortable), book value per share (equity ÷ shares outstanding), and return on equity (net income ÷ equity; above 15 % is strong). Tracking these ratios over time reveals whether Dolby Laboratories is strengthening or weakening its financial position.

 
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Dolby Laboratories Stock Quarterly Figures

 
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Income Statement Key Figures

Revenue and Revenue Growth

Revenue is the starting point of every income statement — it measures the total sales Dolby Laboratories generates from its core business. Revenue growth (expressed as year-over-year percentage change) is one of the most important indicators of business momentum. Sustained growth above 10 % annually is generally considered strong, while declining revenue is a serious warning sign that demands investigation.

Gross Margin

Gross margin = (Revenue − Cost of Goods Sold) ÷ Revenue. It reveals what percentage of each dollar of revenue Dolby Laboratories retains after direct production costs. High gross margins (above 50 %) are typical of asset-light businesses like software and brands, while capital-intensive industries like manufacturing often operate below 30 %. Compare Dolby Laboratories's gross margin to industry peers and track it over time to spot improving or deteriorating pricing power.

EBIT and EBIT Margin

EBIT measures operating profit — what remains after subtracting all operating expenses (including R&D, sales, and administrative costs) from gross profit. The EBIT margin shows this as a percentage of revenue. Because it excludes interest and taxes, EBIT allows fair comparisons between companies with different debt levels and tax jurisdictions. A rising EBIT margin indicates improving operational efficiency.

Net Income and Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Net income is the company's final profit after all expenses, interest, and taxes. Dividing net income by the number of shares outstanding gives you EPS — the single most influential metric in stock valuation. Consistent EPS growth is the primary driver of long-term stock price appreciation. Always check whether EPS growth comes from genuine profit improvement or from share buybacks reducing the share count.

Shares Outstanding

The total number of shares Dolby Laboratories has issued. A declining share count (through buybacks) boosts EPS and signals management confidence. A rising share count (through stock issuance) dilutes existing shareholders. Always monitor this number alongside EPS to get the full picture of per-share value creation.

Analyst Estimates

The projected figures represent consensus estimates from professional analysts. Compare these forecasts against Dolby Laboratories's historical growth rates to assess whether expectations are realistic. A company that consistently beats consensus estimates tends to see its stock price rewarded over time, while repeated misses erode investor confidence.

Dolby Laboratories stock margins

The Dolby Laboratories margin analysis displays the gross margin, EBIT margin, as well as the profit margin of Dolby Laboratories. The EBIT margin (EBIT/sales) indicates the percentage of sales that remains as operating profit. The profit margin shows the percentage of sales that remains for Dolby Laboratories.
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Gross margin
EBIT margin
Profit margin
Details
Date
Gross margin
EBIT margin
Profit margin
Jan 1, 2006
80.59 %
32.18 %
22.86 %
Jan 1, 2007
84.61 %
38.36 %
29.63 %
Jan 1, 2008
89.43 %
44.8 %
31.16 %
Jan 1, 2009
90.99 %
51.22 %
33.77 %
Jan 1, 2010
85.72 %
47.3 %
30.71 %
Jan 1, 2011
88.43 %
45.06 %
32.18 %
Jan 1, 2012
90.14 %
38.97 %
28.33 %
Jan 1, 2013
89.37 %
27.61 %
20.81 %
Jan 1, 2014
92.69 %
28.75 %
21.46 %
Jan 1, 2015
90.23 %
21.96 %
18.69 %
Jan 1, 2016
89.38 %
22.72 %
18.12 %
Jan 1, 2017
89.02 %
24.07 %
19.12 %
Jan 1, 2018
87.9 %
17.36 %
3.95 %
Jan 1, 2019
87.05 %
23.65 %
20.55 %
Jan 1, 2020
87.39 %
18.98 %
19.92 %

Dolby Laboratories Stock Sales Revenue, EBIT, Earnings per Share

The Dolby Laboratories earnings per share therefore indicates how much revenue Dolby Laboratories has generated per share in a given period. The earnings before interest and taxes per share shows how much of the operating profit corresponds to each share. The earnings per share indicates how much of the profit belongs to each share.
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Sales per Share
EBIT per share
Earnings per Share
Details
Date
Sales per Share
EBIT per share
Earnings per Share
Jan 1, 2006
3.5 USD
1.13 USD
0.8 USD
Jan 1, 2007
4.24 USD
1.63 USD
1.26 USD
Jan 1, 2008
5.58 USD
2.5 USD
1.74 USD
Jan 1, 2009
6.23 USD
3.19 USD
2.11 USD
Jan 1, 2010
8 USD
3.78 USD
2.46 USD
Jan 1, 2011
8.54 USD
3.85 USD
2.75 USD
Jan 1, 2012
8.68 USD
3.38 USD
2.46 USD
Jan 1, 2013
8.85 USD
2.44 USD
1.84 USD
Jan 1, 2014
9.27 USD
2.67 USD
1.99 USD
Jan 1, 2015
9.34 USD
2.05 USD
1.75 USD
Jan 1, 2016
10.02 USD
2.28 USD
1.82 USD
Jan 1, 2017
10.46 USD
2.52 USD
2 USD
Jan 1, 2018
9.86 USD
1.71 USD
0.39 USD
Jan 1, 2019
11.87 USD
2.81 USD
2.44 USD
Jan 1, 2020
11.29 USD
2.14 USD
2.25 USD

Dolby Laboratories business model

Dolby Laboratories Inc. is a leading provider of audio and video technologies. The company was founded in 1965 by Ray Dolby and is headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company's history begins with the invention of noise reduction technology by Ray Dolby. This technology became a worldwide standard for reducing background noise in audio recordings and paved the way for the development of other audio and video technologies. The company's business model is based on licensing its technologies to other manufacturers. Dolby continually develops and enhances its technologies to ensure they keep up with the latest trends and developments in the market. Dolby offers a wide range of audio and video technologies used in various applications, including cinema, home theater, mobile devices, televisions, PCs, and gaming consoles. Some of the company's core products include Dolby Atmos, an advanced audio technology that provides a truly immersive sound experience, Dolby Digital, a standard audio format widely used in cinema and home theater systems, and Dolby Vision, a high dynamic range (HDR) technology that enables more vibrant and realistic color representation. The company operates in various sectors, including broadcast, consumer, content creation, professional, and automotive. In the broadcast sector, the company provides solutions to television and radio broadcasters to ensure better audio and video quality. In the consumer sector, the company offers technologies that can be used in home theater systems, soundbars, mobile devices, and other audio and video applications. In the content creation sector, the company works with film studios, TV broadcasters, music producers, and other content creators to ensure their content is compatible with the latest technologies. In the professional sector, the company provides solutions for audio and video editing and production, including the Dolby Cinema cinema system. Finally, the company is also active in the automotive sector and collaborates with automotive manufacturers to offer better audio and video features. Dolby has established itself as an innovator in the audio and video technology industry over the years. The company holds numerous patents in its name and continuously strives to keep its technologies up to date with the latest trends and developments in the market. With a strong focus on research and development and a commitment to providing the best technologies in the market, Dolby is a brand that many people worldwide trust.

Dolby Laboratories SWOT Analysis

Strengths

Dolby Laboratories Inc has several strengths that contribute to its success and market leadership. The company holds a strong brand reputation globally, which enhances customer trust and loyalty. Dolby's technology and innovation in audio and video solutions are considered state-of-the-art. The company's extensive patent portfolio ensures its competitive advantage by protecting its intellectual property. Additionally, Dolby has built strategic partnerships with major industry players, facilitating market penetration and product integration.

Weaknesses

Dolby Laboratories Inc also faces certain weaknesses that could impact its performance. The company heavily relies on licensing revenue, which exposes it to potential fluctuations in licensing agreements and royalties. Moreover, Dolby's technology and products are often premium-priced, limiting their accessibility to price-sensitive markets. Dolby's dependence on the entertainment industry for its revenue stream can also pose risks during periods of industry volatility.

Opportunities

Dolby Laboratories Inc has several opportunities to expand its market presence and drive growth. The increasing demand for high-quality audio and video experiences in various sectors, including entertainment, automotive, gaming, and virtual reality, presents new avenues for product development and revenue generation. The rapid growth of streaming platforms and online content delivery provides opportunities for Dolby to enhance its technology integration and licensing partnerships. Furthermore, emerging markets offer untapped potential for Dolby's solutions, particularly in regions with evolving entertainment industries.

Threats

Dolby Laboratories Inc faces certain threats that may impact its operations and market position. Intense competition from both established companies and emerging players in the audio and video technology space poses a challenge to Dolby's market share. Piracy and unauthorized use of Dolby's intellectual property remain persistent threats, requiring ongoing legal efforts to combat infringement. Additionally, economic downturns and fluctuations in consumer spending patterns can affect the demand for premium products, including Dolby's offerings.

Dolby Laboratories Segments

Dolby Laboratories Revenue by Segment (1/3)

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Licensing
Products and services
Details
Date
Licensing
Products and services
Jan 1, 2025
1.25 B USD
101.11 M USD

Dolby Laboratories Revenue by Segment (2/3)

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Broadcast
Mobile
Other
PC
CE
Details
Date
Broadcast
Mobile
Other
PC
CE
Jan 1, 2025
428.47 M USD
268.57 M USD
248.38 M USD
151.89 M USD
150.7 M USD

Dolby Laboratories Revenue by Segment (3/3)

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Reportable Segment
Details
Date
Reportable Segment
Jan 1, 2025
1.35 B USD

Dolby Laboratories Revenue by Region

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International
United States
U.S.
Details
Date
International
United States
U.S.
Jan 1, 2013
653.72 M USD
0 USD
255.96 M USD
Jan 1, 2014
643.92 M USD
0 USD
316.26 M USD
Jan 1, 2015
693.91 M USD
0 USD
276.73 M USD
Jan 1, 2016
705.61 M USD
0 USD
320.13 M USD
Jan 1, 2017
708.19 M USD
0 USD
373.26 M USD
Jan 1, 2018
783.22 M USD
0 USD
388.7 M USD
Jan 1, 2020
700.82 M USD
460.97 M USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2021
861.36 M USD
419.9 M USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2022
785.55 M USD
468.25 M USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2023
833.71 M USD
466.03 M USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2024
823.46 M USD
450.27 M USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2025
852.14 M USD
496.99 M USD
0 USD

Dolby Laboratories Eulerpool Fair Value

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Fair Value Estimate

What Is Fair Value?

Fair value is an estimate of what a stock is truly "worth" based on its financial fundamentals, independent of the current market price. If the calculated fair value is above the current share price, the stock may be undervalued — and vice versa. This chart shows three different fair value approaches so you can cross-check them against each other.

Earnings-Based Fair Value

Calculated by multiplying the current earnings per share (EPS) by the average historical P/E ratio over a selected multi-year period. The smoothing over several years filters out temporary spikes or dips. If this fair value exceeds the market price, it suggests the stock is cheap relative to its earning power.

Example: Fair Value (Earnings) 2022 = EPS 2022 × Average P/E 2019–2021

Revenue-Based Fair Value

Derived by multiplying revenue per share by the average historical price-to-sales ratio. This method is particularly useful for companies with volatile or temporarily depressed earnings, as revenue tends to be more stable than profits. It answers: "At what price has the market historically valued each dollar of this company's sales?"

Example: Fair Value (Revenue) 2022 = Revenue per Share 2022 × Average P/S 2019–2021

Dividend-Based Fair Value

Calculated by dividing the dividend per share by the average historical dividend yield. This approach is most relevant for mature, consistently dividend-paying companies. If the resulting fair value is higher than the current price, it implies the stock offers a better yield than its historical average.

Example: Fair Value (Dividend) 2022 = Dividend per Share 2022 ÷ Average Yield 2019–2021

How to Use This Chart

When all three fair value lines converge above the current price, it strengthens the case that the stock is undervalued. When they diverge, investigate why — it may indicate a structural shift in margins, payout policy, or growth rate. The forward estimates on the right extend the analysis using projected fundamentals, helping you assess whether the current price already reflects future growth expectations.

Dolby Laboratories historical P/E ratio, EBIT multiple, and P/S ratio

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Historical Valuation Multiples

Price-to-Earnings Ratio (P/E)

The P/E ratio divides Dolby Laboratories's share price by its earnings per share. It tells you how many years of current earnings you are "paying for" when you buy the stock. A P/E of 20 means you pay $20 for every $1 of annual earnings. The S&P 500 historically trades at an average P/E of roughly 15–17. A P/E significantly above that may signal high growth expectations; one below may indicate undervaluation — or declining business quality.

Price-to-Sales Ratio (P/S)

The P/S ratio divides market capitalization by total revenue. Unlike the P/E ratio, it works even for companies that are not yet profitable, making it essential for evaluating high-growth firms. A P/S below 1.0 may indicate undervaluation, while ratios above 10 are typically reserved for fast-growing tech or SaaS companies with high expected future margins.

Price-to-EBIT Ratio

This ratio relates Dolby Laboratories's market price to its operating earnings, excluding the effects of debt structure and tax jurisdiction. It is particularly useful for comparing companies across different countries or with different levels of leverage, because it focuses purely on operational profitability. Lower values suggest cheaper operational earnings.

How to Use This Chart

This chart plots Dolby Laboratories's valuation multiples over time. Compare the current P/E, P/S, and P/EBIT to their own historical averages — if the current ratio is well below the multi-year average, the stock may be relatively cheap compared to its own track record. Combine this with industry comparisons: a P/E that looks high in absolute terms may be justified if Dolby Laboratories grows earnings faster than its peers.

Dolby Laboratories annual returns

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Annual Return

What This Chart Shows

This chart breaks down 's total annual return into two components: price return (gains or losses from stock price movement) and dividend return (income received from dividend payments). Together, they represent the total return an investor would have earned in each calendar year.

Price Return

Price return measures the percentage change in 's stock price from January 1st to December 31st of each year. Positive bars indicate the stock appreciated; negative bars show a decline. This is the component most investors focus on, but it tells only part of the story — especially for dividend-paying stocks.

Dividend Return

Dividend return represents the income generated from dividends paid during the year, expressed as a percentage of the starting stock price. While it may seem small in any single year (typically 1–4 % for established companies), dividends compound significantly over decades and have historically contributed roughly 40 % of total stock market returns.

What to Look For

Examine how many years showed positive vs. negative returns to gauge consistency. A stock with mostly positive years and small drawdowns suggests lower risk. Also compare 's annual returns to a benchmark index — consistently outperforming the market is a hallmark of a strong investment. Pay attention to the worst years: understanding downside risk is just as important as chasing upside potential.

Dolby Laboratories shares outstanding

The number of shares was Dolby Laboratories in 2025 — This indicates how many shares 97.479 M is divided into. Since shareholders are the owners of a company, each share represents a small portion of the company's ownership.
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Number of stocks
Details
Date
Number of stocks
Jan 1, 2006
111.7 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2007
113.6 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2008
114.8 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2009
115.4 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2010
115.4 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2011
112.6 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2012
107.5 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2013
102.8 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2014
103.6 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2015
103.9 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2016
102.4 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2017
103.3 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2018
107 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2019
104.6 M base_Shares
Jan 1, 2020
102.9 M base_Shares

Dolby Laboratories Dividend History

14 years of dividend payments · 11 consecutive increases

YearAnnual DividendYoY ChangePayments
20260.36USDYTD
Feb 10, 20260.36USD 0.0%1/1
20251.35USD 9.8%
Feb 11, 20250.33USD 0.0%1/4
May 13, 20250.33USD 0.0%2/4
Aug 12, 20250.33USD 0.0%3/4
Dec 2, 20250.36USD 9.1%4/4
20241.23USD 10.8%
20231.11USD 8.8%
20221.02USD 12.1%
20210.91USD 3.4%
20200.88USD 11.4%
20190.79USD 17.9%
20180.67USD 15.5%
20170.58USD 16.0%

Dolby Laboratories dividend history and estimates

In 2025, Dolby Laboratories paid a dividend amounting to 1.35 USD. Dividend means that Dolby Laboratories distributes a portion of its profits to its owners.
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Dividend
Dividend (Estimate)
Special dividend
Details
Date
Dividend
Dividend (Estimate)
Special dividend
Invalid Date
0 USD
4 USD
0 USD
Invalid Date
0 USD
0.1 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2015
0.42 USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2016
0.5 USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2017
0.58 USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2018
0.67 USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2019
0.79 USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2020
0.88 USD
0 USD
4 USD
Jan 1, 2021
0.91 USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2022
1.02 USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2023
1.11 USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2024
1.23 USD
0 USD
0 USD
Jan 1, 2025
1.35 USD
0 USD
0 USD
Invalid Date
0 USD
0.36 USD
0 USD
Invalid Date
0 USD
2.09 USD
0 USD

Dolby Laboratories dividend payout ratio

In 2025, Dolby Laboratories had a payout ratio of 47.13%. The payout ratio indicates the percentage of the company's profits that Dolby Laboratories distributes as dividends.
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Payout ratio
Details
Date
Payout ratio
Jan 1, 2006
42.03 %
Jan 1, 2007
42.03 %
Jan 1, 2008
42.03 %
Jan 1, 2009
42.03 %
Jan 1, 2010
42.03 %
Jan 1, 2011
42.03 %
Jan 1, 2012
162.6 %
Jan 1, 2013
42.03 %
Jan 1, 2014
5.03 %
Jan 1, 2015
24 %
Jan 1, 2016
27.62 %
Jan 1, 2017
29 %
Jan 1, 2018
176.32 %
Jan 1, 2019
32.51 %
Jan 1, 2020
39.11 %

Current Dolby Laboratories forecasts and price targets in March 2026

Δ MOM Price Target
5.56 %
Buy72.73 % (8)
Hold27.27 % (3)
Sellnull % (0)
12M Price Target
86.70
Last Price
63.85
Currency
USD
12M Return Potential
35.79 %
LTM Return
0 %

Dolby Laboratories Earnings Estimates

Dolby Laboratories Earnings Estimates

DateEPS estimateRevenue EstimateQuarterly report
1/29/20260.89USD335.39 MUSD2026 Q1
11/18/20250.71USD307.74 MUSD2025 Q4
11/19/20240.7USD311.02 MUSD2024 Q4
11/14/20240.7USD311.02 MUSD2024 Q4
5/2/20241.19USD367.06 MUSD2024 Q2
1/31/20240.86USD314.2 MUSD2024 Q1
11/15/20230.81USD321.57 MUSD2023 Q4
8/7/20230.71USD314.28 MUSD2023 Q3
5/3/20230.97USD355.06 MUSD2023 Q2
2/1/20231.11USD369.54 MUSD2023 Q1
...

EESG©

Eulerpool ESG Scorecard© for the Dolby Laboratories stock

83/100
99
Environment
97
Social
53
Governance
E

Environment

20
Scope 1 - Direct Emissions975
Scope 2 - Indirect emissions from purchased energy4,592
Scope 3 - Indirect emissions within the value chain83,005
Total CO₂ emissions5,567
CO₂ reduction strategy
Coal energy
Nuclear power
Animal experiments
Fur & Leather
Pesticides
Palm Oil
Tobacco
Genetically modified organisms
Climate concept
Sustainable forestry
Recycling regulations
Environmentally friendly packaging
Hazardous substances
Fuel consumption and efficiency
Water consumption and efficiency
S

Social

20
Percentage of female employees30.1
Percentage of women in management
Percentage of Asian employees32
Share of Asian management21.9
Percentage of Hispanic/Latino employees8.2
Hispano/Latino Management share4.7
Percentage of Black employees3.1
Black Management Share2.3
Percentage of white employees53
White Management Share69.5
Adult content
Alcohol
Weapons
Firearms
Gambling
Military contracts
Human rights concept
Privacy concept
Occupational health and safety
Catholic
G

Governance (Corporate Governance)

4
Environmental reporting
Stakeholder Engagement
Call Back Policies
Antitrust law

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Dolby Laboratories shareholders

% Name
7.88946%
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
The Vanguard Group, Inc.
6.57820%
Atlanta Capital Management Company, L.L.C.
Atlanta Capital Management Company, L.L.C.
5.62844%
BlackRock Institutional Trust Company, N.A.
BlackRock Institutional Trust Company, N.A.
2.51206%
Mellon Investments Corporation
Mellon Investments Corporation
2.36661%
State Street Investment Management (US)
State Street Investment Management (US)
2.15960%
Newton Investment Management North America, LLC
Newton Investment Management North America, LLC
1.81731%
AQR Capital Management, LLC
AQR Capital Management, LLC
1.62923%
Geode Capital Management, L.L.C.
Geode Capital Management, L.L.C.
1.61066%
Disciplined Growth Investors, Inc.
Disciplined Growth Investors, Inc.
1.29544%
Frontier Capital Management Company, LLC
Frontier Capital Management Company, LLC
...

Dolby Laboratories Executives and Management Board

KY

Mr. Kevin Yeaman

(58)

President, Chief Executive Officer, Director · since 2005

Compensation9.68 M USD
JC

Mr. John Couling

(49)

Senior Vice President - Entertainment

Compensation3.85 M USD
MS

Mr. Mark Sherman

(57)

Executive Vice President, General Counsel, Corporate Secretary

Compensation3.76 M USD
SR

Dr. Shriram Revankar

(62)

Senior Vice President, Advanced Technology Group

Compensation3.63 M USD
RP

Mr. Robert Park

(54)

Chief Financial Officer, Senior Vice President

Compensation3.35 M USD

Dolby Laboratories Supply Chain

Dolby Laboratories Supply Chain

Correlation: how closely stock prices move together

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Walt Disney
Supplier
0,37
-0,15
0,61
0,83
0,91
2
Sonos
Supplier
0,23
-0,57
0,31
0,75
0,87
3
Lenovo Group
Supplier
-0,05
-0,13
0,55
0,23
0,77
4
0,29
-0,56
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0,77
5
0,48
0,24
0,55
0,48
0,74
#Name1M3M6M1Y2YTrend
1
-0,22
0,15
-0,40
-0,73
2
Vimeo
Supplier
0,34
-0,56
0,64
0,81
3
Anghami
Supplier
0,37
-0,23
4
0,14
-0,37
0,80
0,87
5
Lucid Group
Supplier
0,14
-0,72
0,75
0,13

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Most common questions regarding Dolby Laboratories

Dolby Laboratories Inc, a renowned company in the entertainment industry, operates through a licensing business model. By designing and developing audio and imaging technologies, Dolby licenses its innovative solutions to manufacturers across various industries. These technologies enhance the audio and visual experiences of movies, music, games, and broadcasts, ensuring superior quality and immersive content delivery. Dolby's business model centers around collaborations with partners who integrate Dolby technologies into their products, amplifying the overall consumer experience. Continuously pushing the boundaries of innovation, Dolby Laboratories Inc remains dedicated to providing cutting-edge audio and visual technologies to create captivating and exceptional entertainment experiences.

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