CW (Curtiss-Wright) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.07 (As of Mar. 2026) — 22% Below Median


CW Curtiss-Wright Corp CW
82 GF Score
Price $762.92
GF Value $392.33
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Curtiss-Wright Dividend Payout Ratio?

Curtiss-Wright CW -0.29% 82 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.07 as of Mar. 2026, which is 22% below its 10-year median of 0.09. GuruFocus rates CW with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $392.33 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 154 Aerospace & Defense companies, Curtiss-Wright ranks better than 92.86% 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. Curtiss-Wright's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.07.

The historical rank and industry rank for Curtiss-Wright's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

CW' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.07   Med: 0.09   Max: 0.12
Current: 0.07

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Curtiss-Wright was 0.12. The lowest was 0.07. And the median was 0.09.

CW's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
92.86% of 154 companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 0.33 vs CW: 0.07

As of today (2026-06-24), the Dividend Yield % of Curtiss-Wright is 0.13%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Curtiss-Wright was 0.85%. The lowest was 0.12%. And the median was 0.47%.

Curtiss-Wright's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.24.

During the past 12 months, Curtiss-Wright's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 14.30% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 7.40% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 6.10% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 5.90% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Curtiss-Wright was 18.00% per year. The lowest was -14.50% per year. And the median was 5.55% 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.

Curtiss-Wright (NYSE:CW) 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.

Curtiss-Wright Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Curtiss-Wright Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Curtiss-Wright'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.

Curtiss-Wright Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Curtiss-Wright 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 0.10 0.09 0.08 0.08 0.07

Curtiss-Wright Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 0.07 0.07 0.07 0.06 0.07

CW vs FTAI, WWD, AXON: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, Curtiss-Wright'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.

Curtiss-Wright Dividend Payout Ratio vs Aerospace & Defense Industry

For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, Curtiss-Wright's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Curtiss-Wright's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Curtiss-Wright 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.

Curtiss-Wright'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 )
=0.93/ 13.23
=0.07

Curtiss-Wright's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Mar. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Mar. 2026 )
=0.24/ 3.48
=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?
Curtiss-Wright (CW) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.07 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Curtiss-Wright and its competitors. This is 22% below median its historical median of 0.09. Over the past decade, Curtiss-Wright's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.07 to 0.12. According to the industry distribution chart, Curtiss-Wright ranks #11 out of 154 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 7.1%.
Is Curtiss-Wright's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Curtiss-Wright's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.07 is 22% below median its 10-year median of 0.09. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.07 to a high of 0.12. The Aerospace & Defense industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33. Curtiss-Wright's value of 0.07 is 78.8% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Curtiss-Wright ranks #11 out of 154 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Curtiss-Wright has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Curtiss-Wright's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to FTAI and WWD?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, Curtiss-Wright ranks #11 out of 154 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Curtiss-Wright in the top 7% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33. Curtiss-Wright's value of 0.07 is 78.8% below this benchmark. Historically, Curtiss-Wright's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.07 to 0.12 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.09 vs. the industry median of 0.33, Curtiss-Wright 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 Aerospace & Defense company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Aerospace & Defense companies is 0.33, based on 154 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. Curtiss-Wright's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.07 is 78.8% 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 Curtiss-Wright and its competitors. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Curtiss-Wright's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.07, which is 22% below median its own 10-year median of 0.09. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Curtiss-Wright stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Curtiss-Wright (CW) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $392.33, compared to a current price of $762.92 — trading 94.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.07, which is 22% below median its 10-year median of 0.09 and 78.8% below the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 0.33. Curtiss-Wright's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 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 Curtiss-Wright (CW), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.07 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 Curtiss-Wright (CW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Curtiss-Wright stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $762.92 is trading 94.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $392.33. GuruFocus considers Curtiss-Wright to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for CW:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.07 (22% below median its 10-year median of 0.09)
  • GF Value™: $392.33 vs. price of $762.92 (94.5% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 82/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 78.8% below the Aerospace & Defense median (#11 of 154)

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

Curtiss-Wright Business Description

Other Exchanges CWT:Germany
Address 130 Harbour Place Drive, Suite 300, Davidson, NC, USA, 28036
Curtiss-Wright Corporation delivers engineered products and services to commercial, defence, power generation, and other industrial markets. It offers industrial vehicle components, control systems, weapons handling systems, pumps, valves, and other solutions. The company has three reportable segments based on the markets serviced: Naval & Power, which provides coolant pumps, power-dense compact motors, generators, secondary propulsion systems, pumps, pump seals, valves, control rod drive mechanisms, and fastening systems that also generate maximum revenue for the company; its other segments are Aerospace & Industrial and Defense Electronics. Geographically, the company generates its key revenue from the United States of America, followed by the United Kingdom and other countries.
82GF Score

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