BYCBF (Barry Callebaut AG) Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.79 (As of Feb. 2026) — 411% Above Median


BYCBF Barry Callebaut AG BYCBF
64 GF Score
Price $1,387.89
GF Value $2,577.18
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Barry Callebaut AG Dividend Payout Ratio?

Barry Callebaut AG BYCBF 64 Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.79 as of Feb. 2026, which is 411% above its 10-year median of 0.35. GuruFocus rates BYCBF with a GF Score™ of 64/100 and a GF Value™ of $2,577.18 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 999 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Barry Callebaut AG ranks worse than 71.07% 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. Barry Callebaut AG's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Feb. 2026 was 1.79.

The historical rank and industry rank for Barry Callebaut AG's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

BYCBF' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.08   Med: 0.35   Max: 0.81
Current: 0.67

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Barry Callebaut AG was 0.81. The lowest was 0.08. And the median was 0.35.

BYCBF's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
71.07% of 999 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 0.44 vs BYCBF: 0.67

As of today (2026-06-27), the Dividend Yield % of Barry Callebaut AG is 2.61%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Barry Callebaut AG was 3.89%. The lowest was 0.20%. And the median was 1.24%.

Barry Callebaut AG's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Feb. 2026 was $37.52.

During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 1.20% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 4.00% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 12.60% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Barry Callebaut AG was 86.50% per year. The lowest was -33.90% per year. And the median was 4.40% per year.

The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.

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* Please note that "special dividend" is not included in the calculation of dividend per share and related fields.

Barry Callebaut AG (OTCPK:BYCBF) 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.

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Barry Callebaut AG Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Barry Callebaut AG'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.

Barry Callebaut AG Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Barry Callebaut AG Annual Data
Trend Aug16 Aug17 Aug18 Aug19 Aug20 Aug21 Aug22 Aug23 Aug24 Aug25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.30 0.35 0.33 0.44 0.81

Barry Callebaut AG Semi-Annual Data
Aug16 Feb17 Aug17 Feb18 Aug18 Feb19 Aug19 Feb20 Aug20 Feb21 Aug21 Feb22 Aug22 Feb23 Aug23 Feb24 Aug24 Feb25 Aug25 Feb26
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 2.04 0.00 4.98 0.00 1.79

BYCBF vs MDLZ, HSY, TR: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Confectioners subindustry, Barry Callebaut AG'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.

Barry Callebaut AG Dividend Payout Ratio vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Barry Callebaut AG's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Barry Callebaut AG's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Barry Callebaut AG 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.

Barry Callebaut AG's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Aug. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Aug. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Aug. 2025 )
=35.989/ 44.246
=0.81

Barry Callebaut AG's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Feb. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Feb. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Feb. 2026 )
=37.521/ 20.986
=1.79

* 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 1.79 mean?
Barry Callebaut AG (BYCBF) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.79 as of Feb. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Barry Callebaut AG and its competitors. This is 411% above median its historical median of 0.35. Over the past decade, Barry Callebaut AG's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.08 to 0.81. According to the industry distribution chart, Barry Callebaut AG ranks #710 out of 999 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 71.1%.
Is Barry Callebaut AG's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Barry Callebaut AG's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.79 is 411% above median its 10-year median of 0.35. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.08 to a high of 0.81. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. Barry Callebaut AG's value of 1.79 is 306.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Barry Callebaut AG ranks #710 out of 999 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Barry Callebaut AG has a GF Score™ of 64/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Barry Callebaut AG's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to MDLZ and HSY?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Barry Callebaut AG ranks #710 out of 999 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Barry Callebaut AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. Barry Callebaut AG's value of 1.79 is 306.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Barry Callebaut AG's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.08 to 0.81 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.35 vs. the industry median of 0.44, Barry Callebaut AG 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 0.44, based on 999 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. Barry Callebaut AG's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.79 is 306.8% 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 Barry Callebaut AG and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Barry Callebaut AG's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.79, which is 411% above median its own 10-year median of 0.35. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Barry Callebaut AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Barry Callebaut AG (BYCBF) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $2,577.18, compared to a current price of $1,387.89 — trading 46.1% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.79, which is 411% above median its 10-year median of 0.35 and 306.8% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 0.44. Barry Callebaut AG's overall GF Score™ is 64/100 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 Barry Callebaut AG (BYCBF), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.79 as of Feb. 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 Barry Callebaut AG (BYCBF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Barry Callebaut AG stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $1,387.89 is trading 46.1% below its estimated GF Value™ of $2,577.18. GuruFocus considers Barry Callebaut AG to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for BYCBF:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.79 (411% above median its 10-year median of 0.35)
  • GF Value™: $2,577.18 vs. price of $1,387.89 (46.1% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 64/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 306.8% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#710 of 999)

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

Barry Callebaut AG Business Description

Address Hardturmstrasse 181, Zurich, CHE, 8005
Barry Callebaut is the leading global manufacturer and supplier of cocoa and chocolate ingredients, employing over 13,000 people. Customers include food and beverage manufacturers as well as artisans, chocolatiers, pastry chefs, and bakers who use chocolate professionally. Barry Callebaut is vertically integrated, from raw material (cocoa bean) procurement through to chocolate manufacturing, without owning any cocoa farms. The firm produces around 40% of the world's industrial chocolate (open market), and its products are used in approximately 20% of the world's chocolate and cocoa goods.
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