BXMX (Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.33 (As of Dec. 2025) — 30% Below Median


BXMX Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Write Income Fund BXMX
34 GF Score
Price $15.03
GF Value $12.90
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What is Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund Dividend Payout Ratio?

Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund BXMX 34 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33 as of Dec. 2025, which is 30% below its 10-year median of 0.47. GuruFocus rates BXMX with a GF Score™ of 34/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.90. The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review.

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. Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 0.33.

The historical rank and industry rank for Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

BXMX' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.36   Med: 0.47   Max: 0.92
Current: 0.55


During the past 9 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund was 0.92. The lowest was 0.36. And the median was 0.47.

BXMX's Dividend Payout Ratio is not ranked
in the Asset Management industry.
Industry Median: 0.7 vs BXMX: 0.55

As of today (2026-06-30), the Dividend Yield % of Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund is 7.25%.

During the past 9 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund was 10.23%. The lowest was 5.72%. And the median was 7.05%.

Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.55.

During the past 12 months, Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 11.00% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 4.80% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 4.30% per year.

During the past 9 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund was 4.80% per year. The lowest was -4.40% per year. And the median was 1.55% 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.


Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund (NYSE:BXMX) 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.


Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms


Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund'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.

Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund Annual Data
Trend Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only 0.36 0.00 0.41 0.44 0.55

Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund Semi-Annual Data
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 0.73 0.35 0.58 1.47 0.33

BXMX vs CET, GAM, ECAT: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund'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.


Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund Dividend Payout Ratio vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund 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.

Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund'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 )
=1.09/ 2
=0.55

Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund'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 )
=0.545/ 1.63
=0.33

* 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 0.33 mean?
Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund (BXMX) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.33 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund and its competitors. This is 30% below median its historical median of 0.47. Over the past decade, Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.36 to 0.92.
Is Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.33 is 30% below median its 10-year median of 0.47. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.36 to a high of 0.92. The Asset Management industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70. Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's value of 0.33 is 52.9% below this industry median. Overall, Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund has a GF Score™ of 34/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to CET and GAM?
Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.33 can be compared against companies in the Asset Management industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70. Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's value of 0.33 is 52.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.36 to 0.92 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.47 vs. the industry median of 0.70, Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund 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 an Asset Management company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Asset Management companies is 0.70, based on 932 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. Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.33 is 52.9% 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 Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33, which is 30% below median its own 10-year median of 0.47. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund stock overvalued right now?
Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund (BXMX) has a current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.33. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.90, compared to a current price of $15.03 — trading 16.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33, which is 30% below median its 10-year median of 0.47 and 52.9% below the Asset Management industry median of 0.70. Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund's overall GF Score™ is 34/100 with 6 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 Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund (BXMX), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33 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 Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund (BXMX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $15.03 is trading 16.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $12.90.

Key valuation signals for BXMX:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.33 (30% below median its 10-year median of 0.47)
  • GF Value™: $12.90 vs. price of $15.03 (16.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 34/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 52.9% below the Asset Management median

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


Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Writeome Fund Business Description

Address 333 West Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL, USA, 60606
Nuveen S&P 500 Buy-Write Income Fund is a diversified closed-ended management investment company based in the United States. Its investment objective is to seek attractive total returns with less volatility. The fund invests its managed assets in a diversified equity portfolio that seeks to substantially replicate price movements of the S&P 500 Index. It also uses an index options of writing index call options in seeking to moderate the volatility of returns relative to an all-equity portfolio. Its revenue is generated mainly from interest and dividend income.
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