Associated Capital GroupACGP 53 Dividend Payout Ratio is 4.55 as of Mar. 2026, which is 1097% above its 10-year median of 0.38. GuruFocus rates ACGP with a GF Score™ of 53/100 and a GF Value™ of $78.31 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 935 Asset Management companies, Associated Capital Group ranks better than 82.14% on this metric.
The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period. Associated Capital Group's Dividend Payout Ratio for the
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 4.55.
The historical rank and industry rank for Associated Capital Group's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
ACGP'
s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.08 Med: 0.38 Max: 3.7
Current: 0.24
During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Associated Capital Group was 3.70. The lowest was 0.08. And the median was 0.38.
ACGP's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than 82.14% of 935
companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 0.71
vs ACGP: 0.24
During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Associated Capital Group was 0.89%. The lowest was 0.25%. And the median was 0.54%.
During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Associated Capital Group was 26.00% per year. The lowest was -12.60% per year. And the median was 0.00% per year.
The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.
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Associated Capital Group (OTCPK:ACGP) Dividend Payout Ratio Explanation
In dividends investing, Dividend Payout Ratio and Dividend Growth Rate are the two most important variables for consideration. A lower payout ratio may indicate that the company has more room to increase its dividends.
Associated Capital Group Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms
Associated Capital Group Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Associated Capital Group's Dividend Payout Ratio can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Associated Capital Group Dividend Payout Ratio Chart
ACGP vs THQ, FFC, NMFC: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison
For the Asset Management subindustry, Associated Capital Group's Dividend Payout Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and Dividend Payout Ratio data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
Associated Capital Group Dividend Payout Ratio vs Asset Management Industry
For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Associated Capital Group's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Associated Capital Group's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.
Associated Capital Group Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation
The Dividend Payout Ratio is the measure of dividends paid out to shareholders relative to the company's net income. It is calculated as the Dividends per Share divided by the Earnings per Share (Diluted) during the same time period.
Associated Capital Group's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Associated Capital Group (ACGP) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 4.55 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Associated Capital Group and its competitors. This is 1097% above median its historical median of 0.38. Over the past decade, Associated Capital Group's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.08 to 3.70. According to the industry distribution chart, Associated Capital Group ranks #167 out of 935 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 17.9%.
Is Associated Capital Group's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Associated Capital Group's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 4.55 is 1097% above median its 10-year median of 0.38. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.08 to a high of 3.70. The Asset Management industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.71. Associated Capital Group's value of 4.55 is 540.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Associated Capital Group ranks #167 out of 935 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Associated Capital Group has a GF Score™ of 53/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Associated Capital Group's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to THQ and FFC?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Associated Capital Group ranks #167 out of 935 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Associated Capital Group in the top 18% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.71. Associated Capital Group's value of 4.55 is 540.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Associated Capital Group's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.08 to 3.70 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.38 vs. the industry median of 0.71, Associated Capital Group has consistently been above the industry average. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Dividend Payout Ratio for an Asset Management company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Asset Management companies is 0.71, based on 935 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Dividend Payout Ratio significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Dividend Payout Ratio should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Associated Capital Group's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 4.55 is 540.8% above the industry median. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Dividend Payout Ratio mean?
A high Dividend Payout Ratio can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Associated Capital Group and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.71 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Associated Capital Group's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 4.55, which is 1097% above median its own 10-year median of 0.38. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Associated Capital Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Associated Capital Group (ACGP) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $78.31, compared to a current price of $36.00 — trading 54% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 4.55, which is 1097% above median its 10-year median of 0.38 and 540.8% above the Asset Management industry median of 0.71. Associated Capital Group's overall GF Score™ is 53/100 with 6 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Dividend Payout Ratio calculated?
Dividend Payout Ratio is calculated from a company's financial statements. For Associated Capital Group (ACGP), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 4.55 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is Associated Capital Group (ACGP) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Associated Capital Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $36.00 is trading 54% below its estimated GF Value™ of $78.31.
GuruFocus considers Associated Capital Group to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for ACGP:
Dividend Payout Ratio: 4.55 (1097% above median its 10-year median of 0.38)
GF Value™: $78.31 vs. price of $36.00 (54% below fair value)
Industry Position: 540.8% above the Asset Management median (#167 of 935)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ACGP stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Associated Capital Group Inc is a diversified financial services company. It operates in the business of alternative investment management, institutional research services, and cash and other assets through subsidiaries. The company principally manages assets across a range of risk and event arbitrage portfolios and in equity event-driven value strategies. The business earns management and incentive fees from its advisory activities. It manages assets on a discretionary basis and invests in a variety of U.S. and foreign securities, mainly in the developed global markets. The firm serves a wide variety of investors globally, including private wealth management clients, corporations, corporate pension and profit-sharing plans, foundations and endowments.
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