Union Petrochemical PCL (BKK:UKEM-R) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.07 (As of Jun. 2026) — 78% Below Median

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BKK:UKEM-R Union Petrochemical PCL BKK:UKEM-R
48 GF Score
Price ฿1.56
GF Value ฿0.83
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Union Petrochemical PCL Dividend Payout Ratio?

Union Petrochemical PCL BKK:UKEM-R -3.03% 48 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.07 as of Jun. 2026, which is 78% below its 10-year median of 0.32. GuruFocus rates BKK:UKEM-R with a GF Score™ of 48/100 and a GF Value™ of ฿0.83 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 934 Chemicals companies, Union Petrochemical PCL ranks better than 97.32% 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. Union Petrochemical PCL's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Jun. 2026 was 0.07.

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

BKK:UKEM-R' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.05   Med: 0.32   Max: 2.5
Current: 0.05

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Union Petrochemical PCL was 2.50. The lowest was 0.05. And the median was 0.32.

BKK:UKEM-R's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
97.32% of 934 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 0.32 vs BKK:UKEM-R: 0.05

As of today (2026-08-26), the Dividend Yield % of Union Petrochemical PCL is 0.93%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Union Petrochemical PCL was 11.79%. The lowest was 0.85%. And the median was 2.13%.

Union Petrochemical PCL's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Jun. 2026 was ฿0.02.

During the past 12 months, Union Petrochemical PCL's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 50.00% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -55.30% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -23.70% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -2.20% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Union Petrochemical PCL was 123.70% per year. The lowest was -55.30% per year. And the median was -2.10% 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.

Union Petrochemical PCL (BKK:UKEM-R) 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.

Union Petrochemical PCL Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Union Petrochemical PCL Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Union Petrochemical PCL'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.

Union Petrochemical PCL Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Union Petrochemical PCL 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 0.48 0.00 2.50 1.67 0.21

Union Petrochemical PCL Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 0.77 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.07

BKK:UKEM-R vs DOW: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Chemicals subindustry, Union Petrochemical PCL'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.

Union Petrochemical PCL Dividend Payout Ratio vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Union Petrochemical PCL's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Union Petrochemical PCL's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Union Petrochemical PCL 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.

Union Petrochemical PCL'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 )
=0.01/ 0.047
=0.21

Union Petrochemical PCL's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Jun. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=0.015/ 0.219
=0.07

* 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 0.07 mean?
Union Petrochemical PCL (BKK:UKEM-R) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.07 as of Jun. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Union Petrochemical PCL and its competitors. This is 78% below median its historical median of 0.32. Over the past decade, Union Petrochemical PCL's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.05 to 2.50. According to the industry distribution chart, Union Petrochemical PCL ranks #25 out of 934 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 2.7%.
Is Union Petrochemical PCL's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Union Petrochemical PCL's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.07 is 78% below median its 10-year median of 0.32. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.05 to a high of 2.50. The Chemicals industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32. Union Petrochemical PCL's value of 0.07 is 78.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Union Petrochemical PCL ranks #25 out of 934 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Union Petrochemical PCL has a GF Score™ of 48/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Union Petrochemical PCL's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to DOW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Union Petrochemical PCL ranks #25 out of 934 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Union Petrochemical PCL in the top 3% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32. Union Petrochemical PCL's value of 0.07 is 78.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Union Petrochemical PCL's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.05 to 2.50 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.32 vs. the industry median of 0.32, Union Petrochemical PCL 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 Chemicals company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Chemicals companies is 0.32, based on 934 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. Union Petrochemical PCL's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.07 is 78.1% 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 Union Petrochemical PCL and its competitors. For the Chemicals 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. Union Petrochemical PCL's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.07, which is 78% below median its own 10-year median of 0.32. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Union Petrochemical PCL stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Union Petrochemical PCL (BKK:UKEM-R) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ฿0.83, compared to a current price of ฿1.56 — trading 87.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.07, which is 78% below median its 10-year median of 0.32 and 78.1% below the Chemicals industry median of 0.32. Union Petrochemical PCL's overall GF Score™ is 48/100 with 5 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 Union Petrochemical PCL (BKK:UKEM-R), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.07 as of Jun. 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 Union Petrochemical PCL (BKK:UKEM-R) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Union Petrochemical PCL stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ฿1.56 is trading 87.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of ฿0.83. GuruFocus considers Union Petrochemical PCL to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for BKK:UKEM-R:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.07 (78% below median its 10-year median of 0.32)
  • GF Value™: ฿0.83 vs. price of ฿1.56 (87.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 48/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 78.1% below the Chemicals median (#25 of 934)

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

Union Petrochemical PCL Business Description

Other Exchanges UKEM:Thailand
Address 728 Boromratchonnee Road, Union House Building, Kwang Bangbumru, Khet Bang Phalt, Bangkok, THA, 10700
Union Petrochemical PCL is principally engaged in the import and distribution of chemical products. The company is organized into three reportable segments: Commodity Chemicals segment, Specialty Chemicals segment, and Other segment. Some of its products are Methanol, Isopropyl alcohol, isobutyl alcohol, N-Butanol, Solvents 3040, Toluene, Mixed Xylene, Solvesso 100 Fluid, Solvesso 150 fluid, Solvesso 150 fluid, Butyl Acetate, Ethyl Acetate and Butyl, among others. The company has diversified into the logistics and storage sector. The group operates solely in Thailand and derives key revenue from the Commodity chemicals segment. The Group's business is operated in Thailand.
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