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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. Emerald Finance's Dividend Payout Ratio for the
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.00.
The historical rank and industry rank for Emerald Finance's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
BOM:538882'
s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.02 Med: 0.08 Max: 0.13
Current: 0.02
During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Emerald Finance was 0.13. The lowest was 0.02. And the median was 0.08.
BOM:538882's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than 96.92% of 195
companies
in the Credit Services industry
Industry Median: 0.32
vs BOM:538882: 0.02
During the past 12 months, Emerald Finance's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -43.80% per year.
During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -3.50% per year.
During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -6.90% per year.
During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Emerald Finance was 17.00% per year. The lowest was -20.20% per year. And the median was -3.50% per year.
The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.
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Emerald Finance (BOM:538882) 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.
Emerald Finance Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms
Emerald Finance Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Emerald Finance'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.
BOM:538882 vs V, MA, AXP: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison
For the Credit Services subindustry, Emerald Finance'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.
Emerald Finance Dividend Payout Ratio vs Credit Services Industry
For the Credit Services industry and Financial Services sector, Emerald Finance's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Emerald Finance's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.
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.
Emerald Finance's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as
* 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.
Emerald Finance (BOM:538882) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Emerald Finance and its competitors. Over the past decade, Emerald Finance's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.02 to 0.13. According to the industry distribution chart, Emerald Finance ranks #6 out of 195 companies in the Credit Services industry, placing it in the top 3.1%.
Is Emerald Finance's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Emerald Finance's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.02 to a high of 0.13. Based on the distribution chart, Emerald Finance ranks #6 out of 195 companies in the Credit Services industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Emerald Finance has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Emerald Finance's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to V and MA?
According to the Credit Services industry distribution chart, Emerald Finance ranks #6 out of 195 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Emerald Finance in the top 3% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32. Historically, Emerald Finance's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.02 to 0.13 over the past decade. 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 Credit Services company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Credit Services companies is 0.32, based on 195 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. 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 Emerald Finance and its competitors. For the Credit Services 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. Emerald Finance's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Emerald Finance stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Emerald Finance (BOM:538882) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹95.64, compared to a current price of ₹57.01 — trading 40.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. Emerald Finance's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 2 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 Emerald Finance (BOM:538882), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00 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 Emerald Finance (BOM:538882) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Emerald Finance stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of ₹57.01 is trading 40.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of ₹95.64.
GuruFocus considers Emerald Finance to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for BOM:538882:
Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.00
GF Value™: ₹95.64 vs. price of ₹57.01 (40.4% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the BOM:538882 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Emerald Finance Ltd operates as a non-banking financial company focused on retail and micro, small, and medium enterprise (MSME) lending. The company acts as a loan origination platform for multiple financial institutions, providing a broad range of financial products including personal loans, business loans, home loans, and early wage access through digital channels. It serves customers mainly in northern and western regions of India, leveraging partnerships with banks and fintech platforms to reach diverse client segments. Revenue is generated from loan disbursements, interest income, and brokerage fees earned by facilitating lending through its network and technology-driven platforms.
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