AGL Energy (ASX:AGL) Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.59 (As of Dec. 2025) — 137% Above Median


ASX:AGL AGL Energy Ltd ASX:AGL
57 GF Score
Price A$8.39
GF Value A$10.05
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is AGL Energy Dividend Payout Ratio?

AGL Energy ASX:AGL +0.48% 57 Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.59 as of Dec. 2025, which is 137% above its 10-year median of 0.67. GuruFocus rates ASX:AGL with a GF Score™ of 57/100 and a GF Value™ of A$10.05 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 180 Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies, AGL Energy ranks worse than 555555% 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. AGL Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 1.59.

The historical rank and industry rank for AGL Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:


During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of AGL Energy was 1.45. The lowest was 0.41. And the median was 0.67.

ASX:AGL's Dividend Payout Ratio is not ranked *
in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry.
Industry Median: 0.44
* Ranked among companies with meaningful Dividend Payout Ratio only.

As of today (2026-07-01), the Dividend Yield % of AGL Energy is 5.87%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of AGL Energy was 15.98%. The lowest was 1.47%. And the median was 5.54%.

AGL Energy's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.25.

During the past 12 months, AGL Energy's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -21.30% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 5.10% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -15.30% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -6.80% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of AGL Energy was 81.80% per year. The lowest was -45.50% per year. And the median was 4.20% per year.

The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.

For more information regarding to dividend, please check our Dividend Page.

* Please note that "special dividend" is not included in the calculation of dividend per share and related fields.

AGL Energy (ASX:AGL) 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.

AGL Energy Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

AGL Energy Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for AGL Energy'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.

AGL Energy Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

AGL Energy Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.95 1.45 0.43 0.41 0.61

AGL Energy Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
Dividend Payout Ratio Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.25 1.02 2.37 0.00 1.59

ASX:AGL vs CEG, VST, NRG: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers subindustry, AGL Energy'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.

AGL Energy Dividend Payout Ratio vs Utilities - Independent Power Producers Industry

For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry and Utilities sector, AGL Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where AGL Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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AGL Energy 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.

AGL Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Jun. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Jun. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Jun. 2025 )
=0.58/ 0.948
=0.61

AGL Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Dec. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Dec. 2025 )
=0.25/ 0.157
=1.59

* 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.

Frequently Asked Questions Learn more about Dividend Payout Ratio →
What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.59 mean?
AGL Energy (ASX:AGL) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.59 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on AGL Energy and its competitors. This is 137% above median its historical median of 0.67. Over the past decade, AGL Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.41 to 1.45. According to the industry distribution chart, AGL Energy ranks #999999 out of 180 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry.
Is AGL Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
AGL Energy's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.59 is 137% above median its 10-year median of 0.67. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.41 to a high of 1.45. The Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. AGL Energy's value of 1.59 is 261.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, AGL Energy ranks #999999 out of 180 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, AGL Energy has a GF Score™ of 57/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does AGL Energy's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to CEG and VST?
According to the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry distribution chart, AGL Energy ranks #999999 out of 180 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places AGL Energy in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. AGL Energy's value of 1.59 is 261.4% above this benchmark. Historically, AGL Energy's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.41 to 1.45 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.67 vs. the industry median of 0.44, AGL Energy 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 Utilities - Independent Power Producers company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies is 0.44, based on 180 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. AGL Energy's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.59 is 261.4% 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 AGL Energy and its competitors. For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. AGL Energy's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.59, which is 137% above median its own 10-year median of 0.67. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is AGL Energy stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AGL Energy (ASX:AGL) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$10.05, compared to a current price of A$8.39 — trading 16.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.59, which is 137% above median its 10-year median of 0.67 and 261.4% above the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry median of 0.44. AGL Energy's overall GF Score™ is 57/100 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 AGL Energy (ASX:AGL), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.59 as of Dec. 2025. 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 AGL Energy (ASX:AGL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, AGL Energy stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of A$8.39 is trading 16.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$10.05. GuruFocus considers AGL Energy to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:AGL:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.59 (137% above median its 10-year median of 0.67)
  • GF Value™: A$10.05 vs. price of A$8.39 (16.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 57/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 261.4% above the Utilities - Independent Power Producers median (#999999 of 180)

No single metric tells the full story. See the ASX:AGL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

AGL Energy Business Description

Address 200 George Street, Level 24, Sydney, NSW, AUS, 2000
AGL Energy is one of Australia's largest retailers of electricity and gas. It services over 4 million retail electricity and gas accounts in Australian, or about one-third of the market. Profit is dominated by energy generation, underpinned by its low-cost coal-fired generation fleet. Founded in 1837, it is the oldest company on the ASX. Generation capacity comprises a portfolio of renewable, peaking, intermediate, and base-load electricity generation plants.
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