ESLT (Elbit Systems) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.19 (As of Mar. 2026) — 24% Below Median


ESLT Elbit Systems Ltd ESLT
67 GF Score
Price $712.04
GF Value $369.76
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is Elbit Systems Dividend Payout Ratio?

Elbit Systems ESLT -2.80% 67 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.19 as of Mar. 2026, which is 24% below its 10-year median of 0.25. GuruFocus rates ESLT with a GF Score™ of 67/100 and a GF Value™ of $369.76 (Significantly Overvalued). Among 154 Aerospace & Defense companies, Elbit Systems ranks better than 77.92% 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. Elbit Systems's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.19.

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

ESLT' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.19   Med: 0.25   Max: 0.32
Current: 0.2

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Elbit Systems was 0.32. The lowest was 0.19. And the median was 0.25.

ESLT's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
77.92% of 154 companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 0.33 vs ESLT: 0.20

As of today (2026-06-26), the Dividend Yield % of Elbit Systems is 0.48%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Elbit Systems was 1.32%. The lowest was 0.25%. And the median was 0.98%.

Elbit Systems's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.75.

During the past 12 months, Elbit Systems's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 35.00% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 7.00% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 5.70% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 3.10% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Elbit Systems was 165.10% per year. The lowest was -32.90% per year. And the median was 6.90% 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.

Elbit Systems (NAS:ESLT) 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.

Elbit Systems Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Elbit Systems Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Elbit Systems'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.

Elbit Systems Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Elbit Systems 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 0.21 0.32 0.30 0.17 0.19

Elbit Systems 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 0.20 0.19 0.21 0.21 0.19

ESLT vs GE, RTX, BA: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, Elbit Systems'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.

Elbit Systems Dividend Payout Ratio vs Aerospace & Defense Industry

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

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


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Elbit Systems 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.

Elbit Systems'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 )
=2.45/ 12.75
=0.19

Elbit Systems'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 )
=0.75/ 3.87
=0.19

* 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 0.19 mean?
Elbit Systems (ESLT) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.19 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Elbit Systems and its competitors. This is 24% below median its historical median of 0.25. Over the past decade, Elbit Systems' Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.19 to 0.32. According to the industry distribution chart, Elbit Systems ranks #34 out of 154 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 22.1%.
Is Elbit Systems' Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Elbit Systems' current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.19 is 24% below median its 10-year median of 0.25. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.19 to a high of 0.32. The Aerospace & Defense industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33. Elbit Systems' value of 0.19 is 42.4% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Elbit Systems ranks #34 out of 154 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Elbit Systems has a GF Score™ of 67/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Elbit Systems' Dividend Payout Ratio compare to GE and RTX?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, Elbit Systems ranks #34 out of 154 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Elbit Systems in the top 22% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33. Elbit Systems' value of 0.19 is 42.4% below this benchmark. Historically, Elbit Systems' own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.19 to 0.32 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.25 vs. the industry median of 0.33, Elbit Systems 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. Elbit Systems's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.19 is 42.4% 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 Elbit Systems 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. Elbit Systems's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.19, which is 24% below median its own 10-year median of 0.25. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Elbit Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Elbit Systems (ESLT) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $369.76, compared to a current price of $712.04 — trading 92.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.19, which is 24% below median its 10-year median of 0.25 and 42.4% below the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 0.33. Elbit Systems' overall GF Score™ is 67/100. 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 Elbit Systems (ESLT), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.19 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 Elbit Systems (ESLT) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Elbit Systems stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $712.04 is trading 92.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of $369.76. GuruFocus considers Elbit Systems to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ESLT:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.19 (24% below median its 10-year median of 0.25)
  • GF Value™: $369.76 vs. price of $712.04 (92.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 67/100
  • Industry Position: 42.4% below the Aerospace & Defense median (#34 of 154)

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

Elbit Systems Business Description

Other Exchanges ESLT:IsraelEB2:Germany
Address Advanced Technology Center, P.O. Box 539, Haifa, ISR, 3100401
Elbit Systems Ltd is a technology company involved in producing a portfolio of systems and products for aircraft, land, and naval applications. The company's products are used for defense, homeland security and commercial flight capabilities. Its systems and solutions may be installed on new platforms or it may perform a comprehensive modernization program to transform a platform. Elbit Systems gives instructions to its customers on the proper maintenance of its products and will provide support team specialists when the customer cannot fix a problem. The company operates in five segments: Aerospace; C4I and Cyber; ISTAR and EW; Land; and ESA. It derives maximum revenue from Land Segment. Geographically, it operates in Israel; North America; Europe; Asia-Pacific; Latin America; and Others.
67GF Score

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