ESAB (ESAB) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.08 (As of Mar. 2026) — 33% Above Median


ESAB ESAB Corp ESAB
79 GF Score
Price $98.82
GF Value $113.30
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is ESAB Dividend Payout Ratio?

ESAB ESAB +2.03% 79 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.08 as of Mar. 2026, which is 33% above its 10-year median of 0.06. GuruFocus rates ESAB with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of $113.30 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,723 Industrial Products companies, ESAB ranks better than 94.43% 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. ESAB's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.08.

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

ESAB' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.04   Med: 0.06   Max: 0.08
Current: 0.08


During the past 7 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of ESAB was 0.08. The lowest was 0.04. And the median was 0.06.

ESAB's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
94.43% of 1723 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 0.37 vs ESAB: 0.08

As of today (2026-06-26), the Dividend Yield % of ESAB is 0.40%.

During the past 7 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of ESAB was 0.45%. The lowest was 0.11%. And the median was 0.27%.

ESAB's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.10.

During the past 12 months, ESAB's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 25.00% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 36.30% per year.

During the past 7 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of ESAB was 36.30% per year. The lowest was 36.30% per year. And the median was 36.30% 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.


ESAB (NYSE:ESAB) 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.


ESAB Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms


ESAB Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for ESAB'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.

ESAB Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

ESAB Annual Data
Trend Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.00 0.04 0.06 0.06 0.07

ESAB 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 0.06 0.07 0.09 0.07 0.08

ESAB vs GPGI, CMC, WOR: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Metal Fabrication subindustry, ESAB'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.


ESAB Dividend Payout Ratio vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, ESAB's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where ESAB's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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ESAB 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.

ESAB'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 )
=0.38/ 5.27
=0.07

ESAB'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 )
=0.1/ 1.31
=0.08

* 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 0.08 mean?
ESAB (ESAB) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.08 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on ESAB and its competitors. This is 33% above median its historical median of 0.06. Over the past decade, ESAB's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.04 to 0.08. According to the industry distribution chart, ESAB ranks #96 out of 1723 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 5.6%.
Is ESAB's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
ESAB's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.08 is 33% above median its 10-year median of 0.06. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.04 to a high of 0.08. The Industrial Products industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.37. ESAB's value of 0.08 is 78.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, ESAB ranks #96 out of 1723 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, ESAB has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ESAB's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to GPGI and CMC?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, ESAB ranks #96 out of 1723 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places ESAB in the top 6% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.37. ESAB's value of 0.08 is 78.4% below this benchmark. Historically, ESAB's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.04 to 0.08 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.06 vs. the industry median of 0.37, ESAB 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 Industrial Products company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Industrial Products companies is 0.37, based on 1,723 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. ESAB's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.08 is 78.4% 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 ESAB and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.37 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. ESAB's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.08, which is 33% above median its own 10-year median of 0.06. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ESAB stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ESAB (ESAB) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $113.30, compared to a current price of $98.82 — trading 12.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.08, which is 33% above median its 10-year median of 0.06 and 78.4% below the Industrial Products industry median of 0.37. ESAB's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 3 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 ESAB (ESAB), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.08 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 ESAB (ESAB) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ESAB stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $98.82 is trading 12.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of $113.30. GuruFocus considers ESAB to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ESAB:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.08 (33% above median its 10-year median of 0.06)
  • GF Value™: $113.30 vs. price of $98.82 (12.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 78.4% below the Industrial Products median (#96 of 1723)

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


ESAB Business Description

Address 909 Rose Avenue, 8th Floor, North Bethesda, MD, USA, 20852
ESAB, spun off from Colfax in 2022, is a leading manufacturer of equipment and consumables used in welding, cutting, and joining applications. Alongside competitors Lincoln Electric and ITW's Miller brand, ESAB is one of the top three players in the welding space. ESAB generated roughly $2.8 billion in revenue in 2025.
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