National Bank of Bahrain BSC (BAH:NBB) Dividend Payout Ratio: 2.78 (As of Mar. 2026) — 348% Above Median


BAH:NBB National Bank of Bahrain BSC BAH:NBB
62 GF Score
Price BHD0.55
GF Value BHD0.55
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is National Bank of Bahrain BSC Dividend Payout Ratio?

National Bank of Bahrain BSC BAH:NBB -0.18% 62 Dividend Payout Ratio is 2.78 as of Mar. 2026, which is 348% above its 10-year median of 0.62. GuruFocus rates BAH:NBB with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of BHD0.55 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,175 Banks companies, National Bank of Bahrain BSC ranks worse than 95.83% 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. National Bank of Bahrain BSC's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 2.78.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of National Bank of Bahrain BSC is 0.90, which seems too high.

The historical rank and industry rank for National Bank of Bahrain BSC's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

BAH:NBB' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.45   Med: 0.62   Max: 1
Current: 0.9

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of National Bank of Bahrain BSC was 1.00. The lowest was 0.45. And the median was 0.62.

BAH:NBB's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
95.83% of 1175 companies
in the Banks industry
Industry Median: 0.32 vs BAH:NBB: 0.90

As of today (2026-07-05), the Dividend Yield % of National Bank of Bahrain BSC is 6.42%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of National Bank of Bahrain BSC was 7.40%. The lowest was 3.00%. And the median was 3.73%.

National Bank of Bahrain BSC's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was BHD0.03.

During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 24.80% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 16.80% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 11.70% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of National Bank of Bahrain BSC was 24.80% per year. The lowest was -4.70% per year. And the median was 9.40% 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.

National Bank of Bahrain BSC (BAH:NBB) 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.

National Bank of Bahrain BSC Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

National Bank of Bahrain BSC Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for National Bank of Bahrain BSC'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.

National Bank of Bahrain BSC Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

National Bank of Bahrain BSC Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.63 0.60 1.00 0.83 0.92

National Bank of Bahrain BSC Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 3.13 0.00 1.11 0.00 2.78

BAH:NBB vs PNC, USB: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, National Bank of Bahrain BSC'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.

National Bank of Bahrain BSC Dividend Payout Ratio vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, National Bank of Bahrain BSC's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where National Bank of Bahrain BSC's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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National Bank of Bahrain BSC 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.

National Bank of Bahrain BSC's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Dec. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Dec. 2025 )
=0.035/ 0.038
=0.92

National Bank of Bahrain BSC's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Mar. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=0.025/ 0.009
=2.78

* 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 2.78 mean?
National Bank of Bahrain BSC (BAH:NBB) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 2.78 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on National Bank of Bahrain BSC and its competitors. This is 348% above median its historical median of 0.62. Over the past decade, National Bank of Bahrain BSC's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.45 to 1.00. According to the industry distribution chart, National Bank of Bahrain BSC ranks #1126 out of 1175 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 95.8%.
Is National Bank of Bahrain BSC's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
National Bank of Bahrain BSC's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 2.78 is 348% above median its 10-year median of 0.62. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.45 to a high of 1.00. The Banks industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32. National Bank of Bahrain BSC's value of 2.78 is 768.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, National Bank of Bahrain BSC ranks #1126 out of 1175 companies in the Banks industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, National Bank of Bahrain BSC has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does National Bank of Bahrain BSC's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to PNC and USB?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, National Bank of Bahrain BSC ranks #1126 out of 1175 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places National Bank of Bahrain BSC in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32. National Bank of Bahrain BSC's value of 2.78 is 768.8% above this benchmark. Historically, National Bank of Bahrain BSC's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.45 to 1.00 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.62 vs. the industry median of 0.32, National Bank of Bahrain BSC 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 Banks company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Banks companies is 0.32, based on 1,175 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. National Bank of Bahrain BSC's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 2.78 is 768.8% 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 National Bank of Bahrain BSC and its competitors. For the Banks industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. National Bank of Bahrain BSC's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 2.78, which is 348% above median its own 10-year median of 0.62. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is National Bank of Bahrain BSC stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, National Bank of Bahrain BSC (BAH:NBB) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is BHD0.55, compared to a current price of BHD0.55 — trading 0.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 2.78, which is 348% above median its 10-year median of 0.62 and 768.8% above the Banks industry median of 0.32. National Bank of Bahrain BSC's overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 4 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 National Bank of Bahrain BSC (BAH:NBB), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 2.78 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 National Bank of Bahrain BSC (BAH:NBB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, National Bank of Bahrain BSC stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of BHD0.55 is trading 0.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of BHD0.55. GuruFocus considers National Bank of Bahrain BSC to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for BAH:NBB:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 2.78 (348% above median its 10-year median of 0.62)
  • GF Value™: BHD0.55 vs. price of BHD0.55 (0.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 768.8% above the Banks median (#1126 of 1175)

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

National Bank of Bahrain BSC Business Description

Address Government Avenue, NBB Tower, P.O. Box 106, Manama, BHR
National Bank of Bahrain BSC is a commercial banking service provider in Bahrain. The company's operating segments include Retail Banking, Corporate & Commercial Banking, Overseas Branches and Market & Client Solutions. The consumer banking and business banking related SBUs in Bahrain provide various banking products and services to the Group's customers. The SBUs are differentiated based on their respective customer segments. Retail Banking caters to individuals and non-borrowing SMEs, while Corporate & Commercial Banking caters to governments, corporates, commercial enterprises and borrowing SMEs.
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