ELAN (FRA:25E) Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.16 (As of Dec. 2025) — 314% Above Median


FRA:25E ELAN Corp FRA:25E
84 GF Score
Price €3.82
GF Value €5.85
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What is ELAN Dividend Payout Ratio?

ELAN FRA:25E -0.52% 84 Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.16 as of Dec. 2025, which is 314% above its 10-year median of 0.28. GuruFocus rates FRA:25E with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of €5.85. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 248 Healthcare Providers & Services companies, ELAN ranks better than 64.52% 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. ELAN's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 1.16.

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

FRA:25E' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.18   Med: 0.28   Max: 0.33
Current: 0.3

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of ELAN was 0.33. The lowest was 0.18. And the median was 0.28.

FRA:25E's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
64.52% of 248 companies
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry
Industry Median: 0.41 vs FRA:25E: 0.30

As of today (2026-07-07), the Dividend Yield % of ELAN is 2.12%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of ELAN was 2.24%. The lowest was 0.21%. And the median was 0.61%.

ELAN's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.08.

During the past 12 months, ELAN's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 15.40% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 10.90% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 15.60% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 38.30% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of ELAN was 110.50% per year. The lowest was 10.90% per year. And the median was 37.00% 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.

ELAN (FRA:25E) 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.

ELAN Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

ELAN Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for ELAN'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.

ELAN Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

ELAN 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 0.29 0.28 0.31 0.33 0.32

ELAN 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 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.16 0.00

FRA:25E vs HCA, THC, DVA: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Medical Care Facilities subindustry, ELAN'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.

ELAN Dividend Payout Ratio vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry

For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, ELAN's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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ELAN 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.

ELAN'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 )
=0.082/ 0.256
=0.32

ELAN's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Dec. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Dec. 2025 )
=0.082/ 0.071
=1.15

* 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 1.16 mean?
ELAN (FRA:25E) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.16 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on ELAN and its competitors. This is 314% above median its historical median of 0.28. Over the past decade, ELAN's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.18 to 0.33. According to the industry distribution chart, ELAN ranks #88 out of 248 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, placing it in the top 35.5%.
Is ELAN's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
ELAN's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.16 is 314% above median its 10-year median of 0.28. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.18 to a high of 0.33. The Healthcare Providers & Services industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41. ELAN's value of 1.16 is 182.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, ELAN ranks #88 out of 248 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, ELAN has a GF Score™ of 84/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does ELAN's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to HCA and THC?
According to the Healthcare Providers & Services industry distribution chart, ELAN ranks #88 out of 248 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts ELAN in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41. ELAN's value of 1.16 is 182.9% above this benchmark. Historically, ELAN's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.18 to 0.33 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.28 vs. the industry median of 0.41, ELAN 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 Healthcare Providers & Services company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Healthcare Providers & Services companies is 0.41, based on 248 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. ELAN's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.16 is 182.9% 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 ELAN and its competitors. For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. ELAN's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.16, which is 314% above median its own 10-year median of 0.28. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is ELAN stock overvalued right now?
ELAN (FRA:25E) has a current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.16. The stock's GF Value™ is €5.85, compared to a current price of €3.82 — trading 34.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.16, which is 314% above median its 10-year median of 0.28 and 182.9% above the Healthcare Providers & Services industry median of 0.41. ELAN's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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 ELAN (FRA:25E), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.16 as of Dec. 2025. 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 ELAN (FRA:25E) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, ELAN stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €3.82 is trading 34.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of €5.85.

Key valuation signals for FRA:25E:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.16 (314% above median its 10-year median of 0.28)
  • GF Value™: €5.85 vs. price of €3.82 (34.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 182.9% above the Healthcare Providers & Services median (#88 of 248)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:25E stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

ELAN Business Description

Other Exchanges 6099:Japan
Address 15-12 Degawa-cho, Nagano Prefecture, Matsumoto, JPN, 390-0826
ELAN Corp operates in the medical industry. The company provides the CS (Care Support) Set service, which combines the rental of clothing and towels, laundry services, and the provision of daily living goods. The service is offered to individuals in hospitals and nursing care facilities, including nursing homes and other care facilities. The CS Set allows users to access clothing, towels, and daily necessities through a combined rental and supply service.
84GF Score

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