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. British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.77.
DHA:BATBC'
s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.18 Med: 0.59 Max: 1.14
Current: 0.18
During the past 11 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co was 1.14. The lowest was 0.18. And the median was 0.59.
DHA:BATBC's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than 89.66% of 29
companies
in the Tobacco Products industry
Industry Median: 0.68
vs DHA:BATBC: 0.18
During the past 11 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co was 12.48%. The lowest was 1.09%. And the median was 3.08%.
During the past 12 months, British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -90.00% per year.
During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -15.70% per year.
During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -7.70% per year.
During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 16.10% per year.
During the past 11 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co was 65.10% per year. The lowest was -24.60% per year. And the median was 6.85% 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.
British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co (DHA:BATBC) 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.
British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms
British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data
* 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.
British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co Dividend Payout Ratio Chart
British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co Annual Data
DHA:BATBC vs PM, MO, TPB: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison
For the Tobacco subindustry, British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co'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.
British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co Dividend Payout Ratio vs Tobacco Products Industry
For the Tobacco Products industry and Consumer Defensive sector, British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.
British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co 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.
* 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.
British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co (DHA:BATBC) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.77 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co and its competitors. This is 31% above median its historical median of 0.59. Over the past decade, British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.18 to 1.14. According to the industry distribution chart, British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co ranks #3 out of 29 companies in the Tobacco Products industry, placing it in the top 10.3%.
Is British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.77 is 31% above median its 10-year median of 0.59. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.18 to a high of 1.14. The Tobacco Products industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.68. British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co's value of 0.77 is 13.2% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co ranks #3 out of 29 companies in the Tobacco Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to PM and MO?
According to the Tobacco Products industry distribution chart, British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co ranks #3 out of 29 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co in the top 10% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.68. British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co's value of 0.77 is 13.2% above this benchmark. Historically, British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.18 to 1.14 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.59 vs. the industry median of 0.68, British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co 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 Tobacco Products company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Tobacco Products companies is 0.68, based on 29 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. British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.77 is 13.2% 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 British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co and its competitors. For the Tobacco Products industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.68 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.77, which is 31% above median its own 10-year median of 0.59. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co (DHA:BATBC) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is BDT309.31, compared to a current price of BDT217.50 — trading 29.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.77, which is 31% above median its 10-year median of 0.59 and 13.2% above the Tobacco Products industry median of 0.68. British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 9 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 British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co (DHA:BATBC), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.77 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 British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co (DHA:BATBC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of BDT217.50 is trading 29.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of BDT309.31.
GuruFocus considers British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co to be Possible Value Trap.
Key valuation signals for DHA:BATBC:
Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.77 (31% above median its 10-year median of 0.59)
GF Value™: BDT309.31 vs. price of BDT217.50 (29.7% below fair value)
Industry Position: 13.2% above the Tobacco Products median (#3 of 29)
No single metric tells the full story. See the DHA:BATBC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co Business Description
British American Tobacco Bangladesh Co Ltd is engaged in the manufacturing and marketing of cigarettes in Bangladesh. It manufactures and markets brands including Benson & Hedges, John Player Gold Leaf, John Player Series, Capstan, Lucky Strike, Star, Royals, Derby, Pilot, and Hollywood.
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