What one share of eBay holds
Founded in 1995 in San Jose, California, eBay Inc. is a global commerce leader that connects people and builds communities to create economic opportunity for all. Our technology empowers millions of buyers and sellers in more than 190 markets around the world, providing everyone the opportunity to grow and thrive.
eBay’s numbers from its SEC filings, divided by its shares. Results cover the last 12 months to 2026-06-30; the balance sheet is as of 2026-06-30.
| Sales | $26.10 |
|---|---|
| Profit | $4.85 |
| Capex (buildings and equipment) | $1.32 |
| Free cash flow | $5.28 |
| Dividends | $1.17 |
| Cash and investments | $5.19 |
| Debt | $11.56 |
| Book value | $10.48 |
Per share by fiscal year
| Year | Sales | Profit | Capex | Free cash | Dividends | Book value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | — | $0.25 | $0.33 | $1.59 | — | $8.67 |
| 2008 | $6.51 | $1.36 | $0.43 | $1.76 | — | $8.65 |
| 2009 | $6.69 | $1.83 | $0.43 | $1.79 | — | $10.62 |
| 2010 | $6.90 | $1.36 | $0.55 | $1.52 | — | $11.79 |
| 2011 | $8.87 | $2.46 | $0.73 | $1.76 | — | $13.94 |
| 2012 | $10.72 | $1.99 | $0.96 | $1.97 | — | $16.12 |
| 2013 | $12.22 | $2.18 | $0.52 | $3.29 | — | $18.27 |
| 2014 | $14.31 | $0.04 | $0.50 | $4.04 | — | $16.26 |
| 2015 | $7.04 | $1.41 | $0.55 | $2.76 | — | $5.55 |
| 2016 | $8.13 | $6.35 | $0.55 | $1.92 | — | $9.68 |
| 2017 | $9.33 | −$0.96 | $0.63 | $2.33 | — | $7.82 |
| 2018 | $8.73 | $2.55 | $0.63 | $2.05 | — | $6.86 |
| 2019 | $8.68 | $2.09 | $0.59 | $3.04 | — | $3.61 |
| 2020 | $12.39 | $7.89 | $0.64 | $2.72 | — | $5.21 |
| 2021 | $15.72 | $20.52 | $0.67 | $3.34 | — | $16.46 |
| 2022 | $17.55 | −$2.27 | $0.80 | $3.23 | — | $9.56 |
| 2023 | $18.97 | $5.19 | $0.86 | $3.70 | — | $12.37 |
| 2024 | $20.52 | $3.94 | $0.91 | $3.90 | — | $10.95 |
| 2025 | $23.72 | $4.34 | $1.12 | $3.06 | — | $10.28 |
Common questions about eBay
How much does one share of eBay earn?
Over the last 12 months, each share of eBay earned $4.85 of profit on $26.10 of sales, keeping about 19¢ of every $1 (profit margin).
Does eBay pay a dividend?
Yes. eBay paid $1.17 per share in dividends over the last 12 months. That’s about 24¢ of each $1 of profit (payout ratio).
What is eBay’s book value per share?
eBay’s book value is $10.48 per share: what would be left for each share if it sold everything at the values on its books and paid every debt, as of June 30, 2026.
How much cash and debt does each share of eBay have?
Each share of eBay has $5.19 of cash and investments and $11.56 of debt, as of June 30, 2026.
What is eBay’s free cash flow per share?
$5.28 per share over the last 12 months. Free cash flow is the cash left over after spending on buildings and equipment.
How has eBay’s profit per share changed over time?
Profit per share went from $0.25 in 2007 to $4.34 in 2025, growing about 17.1% a year (adjusted for stock splits).
Has eBay bought back shares?
eBay’s share count fell about 66% from 2007 to 2025. Through buybacks, each remaining share owns a bigger slice of the company.
From its SEC filings. For education only, not investment advice. New to these words? See the StockSlicer glossary.