Computershare (ASX:CPU) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.65 (As of Dec. 2025) — 41% Above Median


ASX:CPU Computershare Ltd ASX:CPU
82 GF Score
Price A$36.88
GF Value A$30.18
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
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What is Computershare Dividend Payout Ratio?

Computershare ASX:CPU -1.23% 82 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.65 as of Dec. 2025, which is 41% above its 10-year median of 0.46. GuruFocus rates ASX:CPU with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of A$30.18 (Modestly Overvalued). Among 327 Capital Markets companies, Computershare ranks worse than 72.17% 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. Computershare's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 0.65.

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

ASX:CPU' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.38   Med: 0.46   Max: 0.68
Current: 0.58

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Computershare was 0.68. The lowest was 0.38. And the median was 0.46.

ASX:CPU's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
72.17% of 327 companies
in the Capital Markets industry
Industry Median: 0.34 vs ASX:CPU: 0.58

As of today (2026-06-26), the Dividend Yield % of Computershare is 2.76%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Computershare was 4.82%. The lowest was 1.75%. And the median was 2.36%.

Computershare's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.47.

During the past 12 months, Computershare's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 7.60% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 21.40% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 16.40% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 10.30% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Computershare was 120.90% per year. The lowest was -29.10% per year. And the median was 11.95% 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.

Computershare (ASX:CPU) 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.

Computershare Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Computershare Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Computershare'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.

Computershare Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Computershare 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 0.68 0.59 0.38 0.44 0.42

Computershare 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 0.68 0.59 0.58 0.52 0.65

ASX:CPU vs MS, GS, SCHW: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Capital Markets subindustry, Computershare'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.

Computershare Dividend Payout Ratio vs Capital Markets Industry

For the Capital Markets industry and Financial Services sector, Computershare's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Computershare 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.

Computershare'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 )
=0.867/ 2.073
=0.42

Computershare'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 )
=0.472/ 0.728
=0.65

* 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 0.65 mean?
Computershare (ASX:CPU) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.65 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Computershare and its competitors. This is 41% above median its historical median of 0.46. Over the past decade, Computershare's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.38 to 0.68. According to the industry distribution chart, Computershare ranks #236 out of 327 companies in the Capital Markets industry, placing it in the top 72.2%.
Is Computershare's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Computershare's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.65 is 41% above median its 10-year median of 0.46. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.38 to a high of 0.68. The Capital Markets industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.34. Computershare's value of 0.65 is 91.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Computershare ranks #236 out of 327 companies in the Capital Markets industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Computershare has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Computershare's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to MS and GS?
According to the Capital Markets industry distribution chart, Computershare ranks #236 out of 327 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Computershare in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.34. Computershare's value of 0.65 is 91.2% above this benchmark. Historically, Computershare's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.38 to 0.68 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.46 vs. the industry median of 0.34, Computershare 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 a Capital Markets company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Capital Markets companies is 0.34, based on 327 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. Computershare's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.65 is 91.2% 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 Computershare and its competitors. For the Capital Markets industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.34 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Computershare's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.65, which is 41% above median its own 10-year median of 0.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Computershare stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Computershare (ASX:CPU) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$30.18, compared to a current price of A$36.88 — trading 22.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.65, which is 41% above median its 10-year median of 0.46 and 91.2% above the Capital Markets industry median of 0.34. Computershare's overall GF Score™ is 82/100. 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 Computershare (ASX:CPU), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.65 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 Computershare (ASX:CPU) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Computershare stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of A$36.88 is trading 22.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of A$30.18. GuruFocus considers Computershare to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:CPU:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.65 (41% above median its 10-year median of 0.46)
  • GF Value™: A$30.18 vs. price of A$36.88 (22.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100
  • Industry Position: 91.2% above the Capital Markets median (#236 of 327)

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

Computershare Business Description

Other Exchanges CMSQY:USACMSQF:USA
Address 452 Johnston Street, Yarra Falls, Abbotsford, Melbourne, VIC, AUS, 3067
Founded in Australia in 1978, Computershare has grown via acquisitions to become the world's leading provider of issuer services. Employee share plans and communications services are commonly sold together with issuer services to corporations. The company also has a business services offering and a corporate trust business, alongside a small mortgage administration business that's due to be divested. Over the medium term, around half of group EBITDA is expected to be generated from interest income on client cash balances, or margin income, which is exposed to interest-rate movements.
82GF Score

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