Spark New Zealand (ASX:SPK) Dividend Payout Ratio: 5.10 (As of Dec. 2025) — 390% Above Median


ASX:SPK Spark New Zealand Ltd ASX:SPK
71 GF Score
Price A$1.54
GF Value A$2.69
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Spark New Zealand Dividend Payout Ratio?

Spark New Zealand ASX:SPK +1.32% 71 Dividend Payout Ratio is 5.10 as of Dec. 2025, which is 390% above its 10-year median of 1.04. GuruFocus rates ASX:SPK with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of A$2.69 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 191 Telecommunication Services companies, Spark New Zealand ranks worse than 93.19% 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. Spark New Zealand's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 5.10.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of Spark New Zealand Ltd is 1.80, which seems too high.

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

ASX:SPK' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.44   Med: 1.04   Max: 2.15
Current: 1.72

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Spark New Zealand was 2.15. The lowest was 0.44. And the median was 1.04.

ASX:SPK's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
93.19% of 191 companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 0.53 vs ASX:SPK: 1.72

As of today (2026-06-27), the Dividend Yield % of Spark New Zealand is 11.06%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Spark New Zealand was 14.25%. The lowest was 4.46%. And the median was 5.56%.

Spark New Zealand's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was A$0.11.

During the past 12 months, Spark New Zealand's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -9.10% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 2.00% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 2.50% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 3.40% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Spark New Zealand was 11.20% per year. The lowest was -14.10% per year. And the median was 2.60% 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.

Spark New Zealand (ASX:SPK) 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.

Spark New Zealand Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Spark New Zealand Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Spark New Zealand'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.

Spark New Zealand Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Spark New Zealand 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 1.33 1.27 0.44 1.43 2.12

Spark New Zealand 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 1.57 1.56 7.47 1.06 5.10

ASX:SPK vs TMUS, VZ, T: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, Spark New Zealand'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.

Spark New Zealand Dividend Payout Ratio vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, Spark New Zealand's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Spark New Zealand's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Spark New Zealand 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.

Spark New Zealand'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 )
=0.242/ 0.114
=2.12

Spark New Zealand'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 )
=0.107/ 0.021
=5.10

* 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 5.10 mean?
Spark New Zealand (ASX:SPK) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 5.10 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Spark New Zealand and its competitors. This is 390% above median its historical median of 1.04. Over the past decade, Spark New Zealand's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.44 to 2.15. According to the industry distribution chart, Spark New Zealand ranks #178 out of 191 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 93.2%.
Is Spark New Zealand's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Spark New Zealand's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 5.10 is 390% above median its 10-year median of 1.04. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.44 to a high of 2.15. The Telecommunication Services industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.53. Spark New Zealand's value of 5.10 is 862.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Spark New Zealand ranks #178 out of 191 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Spark New Zealand has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Spark New Zealand's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to TMUS and VZ?
According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, Spark New Zealand ranks #178 out of 191 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Spark New Zealand in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.53. Spark New Zealand's value of 5.10 is 862.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Spark New Zealand's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.44 to 2.15 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.04 vs. the industry median of 0.53, Spark New Zealand 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 Telecommunication Services company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Telecommunication Services companies is 0.53, based on 191 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. Spark New Zealand's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 5.10 is 862.3% 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 Spark New Zealand and its competitors. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.53 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Spark New Zealand's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 5.10, which is 390% above median its own 10-year median of 1.04. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Spark New Zealand stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Spark New Zealand (ASX:SPK) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is A$2.69, compared to a current price of A$1.54 — trading 42.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 5.10, which is 390% above median its 10-year median of 1.04 and 862.3% above the Telecommunication Services industry median of 0.53. Spark New Zealand's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 8 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 Spark New Zealand (ASX:SPK), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 5.10 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 Spark New Zealand (ASX:SPK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Spark New Zealand stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of A$1.54 is trading 42.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of A$2.69. GuruFocus considers Spark New Zealand to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ASX:SPK:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 5.10 (390% above median its 10-year median of 1.04)
  • GF Value™: A$2.69 vs. price of A$1.54 (42.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 862.3% above the Telecommunication Services median (#178 of 191)

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

Spark New Zealand Business Description

Address 50 Albert Street, Spark City, Level 1, Private Bag 92028, Auckland, NTL, NZL, 1010
Spark is one of only three integrated telecommunications companies in New Zealand. It is the leading mobile network operator with low- to mid-40% subscriber and revenue share, and the dominant provider of fixed-line broadband services with a mid-30% subscriber share. It has a big position in the New Zealand corporate and wholesale telecommunications services provision space. Spark supplements its core telecommunications operations and related infrastructure with IT products and services across cloud, managed data and networks, procurement, data centers, and Internet of Things. Its operations are all based in New Zealand, except for its 41% interest in Southern Cross Submarine Cables, which has zero book value and to which Spark has no funding obligations.
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