Academy Sports and OutdoorsASO 80 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.16 as of Apr. 2026, which is 167% above its 10-year median of 0.06. GuruFocus rates ASO with a GF Score™ of 80/100 and a GF Value™ of $59.39 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 513 Retail - Cyclical companies, Academy Sports and Outdoors ranks better than 93.76% 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. Academy Sports and Outdoors's Dividend Payout Ratio for the
months ended in Apr. 2026 was 0.16.
The historical rank and industry rank for Academy Sports and Outdoors's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
ASO'
s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.04 Med: 0.06 Max: 0.09
Current: 0.09
During the past 9 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Academy Sports and Outdoors was 0.09. The lowest was 0.04. And the median was 0.06.
ASO's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than 93.76% of 513
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 0.41
vs ASO: 0.09
During the past 9 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Academy Sports and Outdoors was 1.20%. The lowest was 0.17%. And the median was 0.71%.
During the past 12 months, Academy Sports and Outdoors's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 17.40% per year.
During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 20.10% per year.
During the past 9 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Academy Sports and Outdoors was 20.10% per year. The lowest was 20.10% per year. And the median was 20.10% per year.
The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.
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* Please note that "special dividend" is not included in the calculation of dividend per share and related fields.
Academy Sports and Outdoors (NAS:ASO) 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.
Academy Sports and Outdoors Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms
Academy Sports and Outdoors Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data
* 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.
Academy Sports and Outdoors Dividend Payout Ratio Chart
ASO vs MNSO, RH, BBWI: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison
For the Specialty Retail subindustry, Academy Sports and Outdoors'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.
Academy Sports and Outdoors Dividend Payout Ratio vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Academy Sports and Outdoors's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Academy Sports and Outdoors's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.
Academy Sports and Outdoors 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.
Academy Sports and Outdoors's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Jan. 2026 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.
Academy Sports and Outdoors (ASO) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.16 as of Apr. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Academy Sports and Outdoors and its competitors. This is 167% above median its historical median of 0.06. Over the past decade, Academy Sports and Outdoors' Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.04 to 0.09. According to the industry distribution chart, Academy Sports and Outdoors ranks #32 out of 513 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 6.2%.
Is Academy Sports and Outdoors' Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Academy Sports and Outdoors' current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.16 is 167% above median its 10-year median of 0.06. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.04 to a high of 0.09. The Retail - Cyclical industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41. Academy Sports and Outdoors' value of 0.16 is 61% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Academy Sports and Outdoors ranks #32 out of 513 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Academy Sports and Outdoors has a GF Score™ of 80/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Academy Sports and Outdoors' Dividend Payout Ratio compare to MNSO and RH?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Academy Sports and Outdoors ranks #32 out of 513 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Academy Sports and Outdoors in the top 6% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41. Academy Sports and Outdoors' value of 0.16 is 61% below this benchmark. Historically, Academy Sports and Outdoors' own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.04 to 0.09 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.06 vs. the industry median of 0.41, Academy Sports and Outdoors has consistently been below 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 a Retail - Cyclical company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Retail - Cyclical companies is 0.41, based on 513 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. Academy Sports and Outdoors's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.16 is 61% below 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 Academy Sports and Outdoors and its competitors. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Academy Sports and Outdoors's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.16, which is 167% above median its own 10-year median of 0.06. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Academy Sports and Outdoors stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Academy Sports and Outdoors (ASO) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $59.39, compared to a current price of $51.21 — trading 13.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.16, which is 167% above median its 10-year median of 0.06 and 61% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 0.41. Academy Sports and Outdoors' overall GF Score™ is 80/100 with 3 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 Academy Sports and Outdoors (ASO), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.16 as of Apr. 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 Academy Sports and Outdoors (ASO) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Academy Sports and Outdoors stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of $51.21 is trading 13.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $59.39.
GuruFocus considers Academy Sports and Outdoors to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for ASO:
Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.16 (167% above median its 10-year median of 0.06)
GF Value™: $59.39 vs. price of $51.21 (13.8% below fair value)
Industry Position: 61% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#32 of 513)
No single metric tells the full story. See the ASO stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Academy Sports and Outdoors Inc is engaged in the full-line sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer in the United States. The company's product categories are outdoors, apparel, sports & recreation, and footwear.
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