HKT Trust and HKT (FRA:4HK) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.79 (As of Dec. 2025) — 25% Below Median

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HKT Trust and HKT Ltd FRA:4HK

82 GF Score

Price €1.31

GF Value €1.12

Valuation Modestly Overvalued

5 Warning Signs

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What is HKT Trust and HKT Dividend Payout Ratio?

HKT Trust and HKT FRA:4HK 82 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.79 as of Dec. 2025, which is 25% below its 10-year median of 1.05. GuruFocus rates FRA:4HK with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of €1.12 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 190 Telecommunication Services companies, HKT Trust and HKT ranks worse than 86.32% 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. HKT Trust and HKT's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 0.79.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of HKT Trust and HKT Ltd is 1.14, which seems too high.

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

FRA:4HK' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.86 Med: 1.05 Max: 1.15
Current: 1.14

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of HKT Trust and HKT was 1.15. The lowest was 0.86. And the median was 1.05.

FRA:4HK's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
86.32% of 190 companies
in the Telecommunication Services industry
Industry Median: 0.54 vs FRA:4HK: 1.14

As of today (2026-07-15), the Dividend Yield % of HKT Trust and HKT is 6.86%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of HKT Trust and HKT was 9.06%. The lowest was 4.00%. And the median was 6.55%.

HKT Trust and HKT's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.04.

During the past 12 months, HKT Trust and HKT's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 3.00% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 2.80% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 2.50% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 4.20% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of HKT Trust and HKT was 29.30% per year. The lowest was 2.00% per year. And the median was 3.90% 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.

HKT Trust and HKT (FRA:4HK) 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.

HKT Trust and HKT Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

HKT Trust and HKT Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for HKT Trust and HKT'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.

HKT Trust and HKT Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

HKT Trust and HKT Annual Data

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Dec17

Dec18

Dec19

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Dec21

Dec22

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Dec25

Dividend Payout Ratio

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1.11

1.07

1.11

1.07

1.15

HKT Trust and HKT Semi-Annual Data
	Jun16	Dec16	Jun17	Dec17	Jun18	Dec18	Jun19	Dec19	Jun20	Dec20	Jun21	Dec21	Jun22	Dec22	Jun23	Dec23	Jun24	Dec24	Jun25	Dec25
Dividend Payout Ratio	Get a 7-Day Free Trial															0.81	1.71	0.80	1.70	0.79

FRA:4HK vs TMUS, VZ, T: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Telecom Services subindustry, HKT Trust and HKT'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.

HKT Trust and HKT Dividend Payout Ratio vs Telecommunication Services Industry

For the Telecommunication Services industry and Communication Services sector, HKT Trust and HKT's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where HKT Trust and HKT's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.

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HKT Trust and HKT Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation

HKT Trust and HKT'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 )
	=	0.087	/	0.076
	=	1.14

HKT Trust and HKT'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 )
	=	0.037	/	0.047
	=	0.79

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What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.79 mean?

HKT Trust and HKT (FRA:4HK) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.79 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on HKT Trust and HKT and its competitors. This is 25% below median its historical median of 1.05. Over the past decade, HKT Trust and HKT's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.86 to 1.15. According to the industry distribution chart, HKT Trust and HKT ranks #164 out of 190 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, placing it in the top 86.3%.

Is HKT Trust and HKT's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?

HKT Trust and HKT's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.79 is 25% below median its 10-year median of 1.05. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.86 to a high of 1.15. The Telecommunication Services industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.54. HKT Trust and HKT's value of 0.79 is 46.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, HKT Trust and HKT ranks #164 out of 190 companies in the Telecommunication Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, HKT Trust and HKT has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.

How does HKT Trust and HKT's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to TMUS and VZ?

According to the Telecommunication Services industry distribution chart, HKT Trust and HKT ranks #164 out of 190 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places HKT Trust and HKT in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.54. HKT Trust and HKT's value of 0.79 is 46.3% above this benchmark. Historically, HKT Trust and HKT's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.86 to 1.15 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.05 vs. the industry median of 0.54, HKT Trust and HKT 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 Telecommunication Services company?

The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Telecommunication Services companies is 0.54, based on 190 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. HKT Trust and HKT's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.79 is 46.3% 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 HKT Trust and HKT and its competitors. For the Telecommunication Services industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.54 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. HKT Trust and HKT's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.79, which is 25% below median its own 10-year median of 1.05. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.

Is HKT Trust and HKT stock overvalued right now?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HKT Trust and HKT (FRA:4HK) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €1.12, compared to a current price of €1.31 — trading 17% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.79, which is 25% below median its 10-year median of 1.05 and 46.3% above the Telecommunication Services industry median of 0.54. HKT Trust and HKT's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 5 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 HKT Trust and HKT (FRA:4HK), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.79 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 HKT Trust and HKT (FRA:4HK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, HKT Trust and HKT stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €1.31 is trading 17% above its estimated GF Value™ of €1.12. GuruFocus considers HKT Trust and HKT to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:4HK:

Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.79 (25% below median its 10-year median of 1.05)
GF Value™: €1.12 vs. price of €1.31 (17% above fair value)
GF Score™: 82/100 with 5 warning signs
Industry Position: 46.3% above the Telecommunication Services median (#164 of 190)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:4HK stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

HKT Trust and HKT Business Description

Industry Communication Services Telecommunication Services

Comparable Companies HKSE:00008 HKSE:00552 HKSE:00788 HKSE:01883 HKSE:01310 HKSE:00215 HKSE:00315 HKSE:02597 HKSE:01045 HKSE:02477 TSE:9984 SHSE:600941 TMUS VZ T XTER:DTE NSE:BHARTIARTL CMCSA MEX:AMXB TSE:9432

Other Exchanges HKTTY:USA HKTTF:USA 06823:Hong Kong 4HK:Germany

Address 979 King’s Road, Quarry Bay, 39th Floor, PCCW Tower, Taikoo Place, Hong Kong, HKG

Website https://www.hkt.com

HKT Trust and HKT Ltd is a triple-play telecommunications provider that operates through three segments, telecommunications services, mobile, and Other businesses. Telecommunication services are the larger business segment and generates revenue by providing technology and telecommunications and related services including enterprise solutions, total home solutions, healthtech services, and media entertainment. The Mobile segment represents mobile telecommunications businesses in Hong Kong, and the other segment comprises other new businesses such as The Club's loyalty platform and HKT Financial Services, and corporate support functions. The company's key revenue is generated from Hong Kong.

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