FERG (Ferguson Enterprises) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.39 (As of Mar. 2026) — Near Median

What is Ferguson Enterprises Dividend Payout Ratio?

Ferguson Enterprises FERG -0.89% 88 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.39 as of Mar. 2026, which is 8% above its 10-year median of 0.36. GuruFocus rates FERG with a GF Score™ of 88/100 and a GF Value™ of $229.93 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 95 Industrial Distribution companies, Ferguson Enterprises ranks better than 68.42% 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. Ferguson Enterprises's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.39.

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

FERG' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.2 Med: 0.36 Max: 0.44
Current: 0.3

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Ferguson Enterprises was 0.44. The lowest was 0.20. And the median was 0.36.

FERG's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
68.42% of 95 companies
in the Industrial Distribution industry
Industry Median: 0.42 vs FERG: 0.30

As of today (2026-06-28), the Dividend Yield % of Ferguson Enterprises is 1.47%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Ferguson Enterprises was 2.92%. The lowest was 1.26%. And the median was 1.80%.

Ferguson Enterprises's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.89.

During the past 12 months, Ferguson Enterprises's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 5.60% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 9.40% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 15.00% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 12.70% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Ferguson Enterprises was 60.10% per year. The lowest was -11.80% per year. And the median was 10.05% 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.

Ferguson Enterprises (NYSE:FERG) 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.

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Ferguson Enterprises Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Ferguson Enterprises's Dividend Payout Ratio can be seen below:

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* 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.

Ferguson Enterprises Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

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FERG vs FAST, GWW, WCC: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Industrial Distribution subindustry, Ferguson Enterprises'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.

Ferguson Enterprises Dividend Payout Ratio vs Industrial Distribution Industry

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

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

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Ferguson Enterprises Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation

Ferguson Enterprises's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Jul. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio	=	Dividends per Share (A: Jul. 2025 )	/	EPS without NRI (A: Jul. 2025 )
	=	3.28	/	9.94
	=	0.33

Ferguson Enterprises'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 )
	=	0.89	/	2.28
	=	0.39

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What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.39 mean?

Ferguson Enterprises (FERG) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.39 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Ferguson Enterprises and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 0.36. Over the past decade, Ferguson Enterprises' Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.20 to 0.44. According to the industry distribution chart, Ferguson Enterprises ranks #30 out of 95 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, placing it in the top 31.6%.

Is Ferguson Enterprises' Dividend Payout Ratio too high?

Ferguson Enterprises' current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.39 is near median its 10-year median of 0.36. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.20 to a high of 0.44. The Industrial Distribution industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.42. Ferguson Enterprises' value of 0.39 is 7.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ferguson Enterprises ranks #30 out of 95 companies in the Industrial Distribution industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Ferguson Enterprises has a GF Score™ of 88/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.

How does Ferguson Enterprises' Dividend Payout Ratio compare to FAST and GWW?

According to the Industrial Distribution industry distribution chart, Ferguson Enterprises ranks #30 out of 95 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts Ferguson Enterprises in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.42. Ferguson Enterprises' value of 0.39 is 7.1% below this benchmark. Historically, Ferguson Enterprises' own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.20 to 0.44 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.36 vs. the industry median of 0.42, Ferguson Enterprises 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 Distribution company?

The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Industrial Distribution companies is 0.42, based on 95 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. Ferguson Enterprises's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.39 is 7.1% 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 Ferguson Enterprises and its competitors. For the Industrial Distribution industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.42 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Ferguson Enterprises's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.39, which is near median its own 10-year median of 0.36. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.

Is Ferguson Enterprises stock overvalued right now?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ferguson Enterprises (FERG) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $229.93, compared to a current price of $238.61 — trading 3.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.39, which is near median its 10-year median of 0.36 and 7.1% below the Industrial Distribution industry median of 0.42. Ferguson Enterprises' overall GF Score™ is 88/100 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 Ferguson Enterprises (FERG), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.39 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 Ferguson Enterprises (FERG) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ferguson Enterprises stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $238.61 is trading 3.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $229.93. GuruFocus considers Ferguson Enterprises to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for FERG:

Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.39 (near median its 10-year median of 0.36)
GF Value™: $229.93 vs. price of $238.61 (3.8% above fair value)
GF Score™: 88/100 with 3 warning signs
Industry Position: 7.1% below the Industrial Distribution median (#30 of 95)

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

Ferguson Enterprises Business Description

Industry Industrials Industrial Distribution

Comparable Companies FAST GWW WCC WSO QXO AIT CNM POOL MSM XMTR TSX:TIH LSE:DPLM TSX:FTT OSTO:ADDT B OSTO:INDT OSTO:BEIJ B ASX:REH SITE REZI LSE:RS1

Other Exchanges FERGl:UK FERG:UK UH3:Germany

Address 751 Lakefront Commons, Newport News, VA, USA, 23606

Website https://www.ferguson.com

Ferguson distributes plumbing and HVAC products to North American repair, maintenance, and improvement, new construction, and civil infrastructure markets. It serves over 1 million customers and sources products from 37,000 suppliers. Ferguson engages customers through approximately 1,700 North American branches, over the phone, online, and in residential showrooms. The firm sold its UK business in 2021 and is now solely focused on the North American market.

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