MS International (FRA:6QK) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.21 (As of Apr. 2026) — 42% Below Median

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FRA:6QK MS International PLC FRA:6QK
78 GF Score
Price €16.30
GF Value €13.66
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is MS International Dividend Payout Ratio?

MS International FRA:6QK -2.40% 78 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.21 as of Apr. 2026, which is 42% below its 10-year median of 0.36. GuruFocus rates FRA:6QK with a GF Score™ of 78/100 and a GF Value™ of €13.66 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 312 Conglomerates companies, MS International ranks better than 54.17% 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. MS International's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Apr. 2026 was 0.21.

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

FRA:6QK' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.25   Med: 0.36   Max: 0.88
Current: 0.34

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of MS International was 0.88. The lowest was 0.25. And the median was 0.36.

FRA:6QK's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
54.17% of 312 companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 0.36 vs FRA:6QK: 0.34

As of today (2026-07-18), the Dividend Yield % of MS International is 1.66%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of MS International was 7.72%. The lowest was 1.03%. And the median was 2.83%.

MS International's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Apr. 2026 was €0.07.

During the past 12 months, MS International's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 11.60% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 36.20% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 45.00% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 11.20% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of MS International was 100.00% per year. The lowest was -37.90% per year. And the median was 10.10% 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.

MS International (FRA:6QK) 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.

MS International Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

MS International Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for MS International'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.

MS International Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

MS International Annual Data
Trend Apr17 Apr18 Apr19 Apr20 Apr21 Apr22 Apr23 Apr24 Apr25 Apr26
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.07 0.39 0.26 0.25 0.35

MS International Semi-Annual Data
Oct16 Apr17 Oct17 Apr18 Oct18 Apr19 Oct19 Apr20 Oct20 Apr21 Oct21 Apr22 Oct22 Apr23 Oct23 Apr24 Oct24 Apr25 Oct25 Apr26
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 0.12 0.47 0.10 0.44 0.21

FRA:6QK vs HON, MMM: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, MS International'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.

MS International Dividend Payout Ratio vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, MS International's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


FRA:6QK
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MS International 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.

MS International's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Apr. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Apr. 2026 )
=0.276/ 0.8
=0.35

MS International's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Apr. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Apr. 2026 )
=0.069/ 0.326
=0.21

* 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 0.21 mean?
MS International (FRA:6QK) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.21 as of Apr. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on MS International and its competitors. This is 42% below median its historical median of 0.36. Over the past decade, MS International's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.25 to 0.88. According to the industry distribution chart, MS International ranks #143 out of 312 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 45.8%.
Is MS International's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
MS International's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.21 is 42% below median its 10-year median of 0.36. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.25 to a high of 0.88. The Conglomerates industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.36. MS International's value of 0.21 is 41.7% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, MS International ranks #143 out of 312 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, MS International has a GF Score™ of 78/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MS International's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to HON and MMM?
According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, MS International ranks #143 out of 312 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts MS International in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.36. MS International's value of 0.21 is 41.7% below this benchmark. Historically, MS International's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.25 to 0.88 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.36 vs. the industry median of 0.36, MS International 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 a Conglomerates company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Conglomerates companies is 0.36, based on 312 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. MS International's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.21 is 41.7% 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 MS International and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.36 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. MS International's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.21, which is 42% below 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 MS International stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MS International (FRA:6QK) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €13.66, compared to a current price of €16.30 — trading 19.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.21, which is 42% below median its 10-year median of 0.36 and 41.7% below the Conglomerates industry median of 0.36. MS International's overall GF Score™ is 78/100 with 1 warning sign 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 MS International (FRA:6QK), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.21 as of Apr. 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 MS International (FRA:6QK) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MS International stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €16.30 is trading 19.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €13.66. GuruFocus considers MS International to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:6QK:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.21 (42% below median its 10-year median of 0.36)
  • GF Value™: €13.66 vs. price of €16.30 (19.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 78/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 41.7% below the Conglomerates median (#143 of 312)

No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:6QK stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

MS International Business Description

Other Exchanges MSI:UK6QK:Germany
Address Balby Carr Bank, Doncaster, GBR, DN4 8DH
MS International PLC is engaged in the design and manufacturing of specialist engineering products and the provision of related services. The company's operating segment include Defence and Security, Forgings, Petrol Station Superstructures, and Corporate Branding. Defence and Security segment designs, manufactures, and services defence equipment. The Petrol Station Branding division is engaged in the design and installation of the complete appearance of petrol stations. It generates maximum revenue from the Defence segment.
78GF Score

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