CLSPF (Canadian Life Split) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.44 (As of Nov. 2025) — 132% Above Median


CLSPF Canadian Life Companies Split Corp CLSPF
57 GF Score
Price $5.96
GF Value $4.51
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 8 Warning Signs
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What is Canadian Life Split Dividend Payout Ratio?

Canadian Life Split CLSPF 57 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44 as of Nov. 2025, which is 132% above its 10-year median of 0.19. GuruFocus rates CLSPF with a GF Score™ of 57/100 and a GF Value™ of $4.51 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 935 Asset Management companies, Canadian Life Split ranks worse than 60.86% 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. Canadian Life Split's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Nov. 2025 was 0.44.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of Canadian Life Companies Split Corp is 0.94, which seems too high.

The historical rank and industry rank for Canadian Life Split's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

CLSPF' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.06   Med: 0.19   Max: 1.55
Current: 0.95


During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Canadian Life Split was 1.55. The lowest was 0.06. And the median was 0.19.

CLSPF's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
60.86% of 935 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 0.71 vs CLSPF: 0.95

As of today (2026-06-25), the Dividend Yield % of Canadian Life Split is 14.59%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Canadian Life Split was 27.12%. The lowest was 1.59%. And the median was 6.18%.

Canadian Life Split's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Nov. 2025 was $0.43.

During the past 12 months, Canadian Life Split's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 65.10% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 87.50% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Canadian Life Split was 91.00% per year. The lowest was -56.30% per year. And the median was 19.70% 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.


Canadian Life Split (OTCPK:CLSPF) 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.


Canadian Life Split Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms


Canadian Life Split Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Canadian Life Split'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.

Canadian Life Split Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Canadian Life Split Annual Data
Trend Nov16 Nov17 Nov18 Nov19 Nov20 Nov21 Nov22 Nov23 Nov24 Nov25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.19 0.69

Canadian Life Split Semi-Annual Data
May16 Nov16 May17 Nov17 May18 Nov18 May19 Nov19 May20 Nov20 May21 Nov21 May22 Nov22 May23 Nov23 May24 Nov24 May25 Nov25
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 0.00 0.39 0.15 0.00 0.44

CLSPF vs BLK, BX, KKR: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Canadian Life Split'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.


Canadian Life Split Dividend Payout Ratio vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Canadian Life Split's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Canadian Life Split's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Canadian Life Split 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.

Canadian Life Split's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Nov. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Nov. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Nov. 2025 )
=0.854/ 1.238
=0.69

Canadian Life Split's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Nov. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Nov. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Nov. 2025 )
=0.427/ 0.963
=0.44

* 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 0.44 mean?
Canadian Life Split (CLSPF) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.44 as of Nov. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Canadian Life Split and its competitors. This is 132% above median its historical median of 0.19. Over the past decade, Canadian Life Split's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.06 to 1.55. According to the industry distribution chart, Canadian Life Split ranks #569 out of 935 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 60.9%.
Is Canadian Life Split's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Canadian Life Split's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.44 is 132% above median its 10-year median of 0.19. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.06 to a high of 1.55. The Asset Management industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.71. Canadian Life Split's value of 0.44 is 38% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Canadian Life Split ranks #569 out of 935 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Canadian Life Split has a GF Score™ of 57/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Canadian Life Split's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to BLK and BX?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Canadian Life Split ranks #569 out of 935 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Canadian Life Split in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.71. Canadian Life Split's value of 0.44 is 38% below this benchmark. Historically, Canadian Life Split's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.06 to 1.55 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.19 vs. the industry median of 0.71, Canadian Life Split 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 0.71, based on 935 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. Canadian Life Split's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.44 is 38% 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 Canadian Life Split and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.71 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Canadian Life Split's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44, which is 132% above median its own 10-year median of 0.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Canadian Life Split stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Canadian Life Split (CLSPF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $4.51, compared to a current price of $5.96 — trading 32.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44, which is 132% above median its 10-year median of 0.19 and 38% below the Asset Management industry median of 0.71. Canadian Life Split's overall GF Score™ is 57/100 with 8 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 Canadian Life Split (CLSPF), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44 as of Nov. 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 Canadian Life Split (CLSPF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Canadian Life Split stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $5.96 is trading 32.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of $4.51. GuruFocus considers Canadian Life Split to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CLSPF:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.44 (132% above median its 10-year median of 0.19)
  • GF Value™: $4.51 vs. price of $5.96 (32.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 57/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 38% below the Asset Management median (#569 of 935)

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


Canadian Life Split Business Description

Address 200 Front Street West, Suite 2510, P.O. Box 51, Toronto, ON, CAN, M5V 3K2
Canadian Life Companies Split Corp is a mutual fund corporation established in Canada. It invests predominantly in an actively managed portfolio of common shares comprised mainly of four core large capitalization canadian life insurance companies. The company also employs an active covered call writing program to enhance the income earned from the portfolio.
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