Oaktree Specialty Lending (FRA:FFC) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.00 (As of Mar. 2026)


FRA:FFC Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp FRA:FFC
56 GF Score
Price €9.98
GF Value €11.64
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Oaktree Specialty Lending Dividend Payout Ratio?

Oaktree Specialty Lending FRA:FFC -0.05% 56 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates FRA:FFC with a GF Score™ of 56/100 and a GF Value™ of €11.64 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 931 Asset Management companies, Oaktree Specialty Lending ranks worse than 91.19% 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. Oaktree Specialty Lending's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.00.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp is 2.84, which seems too high.

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

FRA:FFC' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.35   Med: 1.37   Max: 4.72
Current: 2.85


During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Oaktree Specialty Lending was 4.72. The lowest was 0.35. And the median was 1.37.

FRA:FFC's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
91.19% of 931 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 0.7 vs FRA:FFC: 2.85

As of today (2026-06-28), the Dividend Yield % of Oaktree Specialty Lending is 13.31%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Oaktree Specialty Lending was 16.44%. The lowest was 6.28%. And the median was 9.29%.

Oaktree Specialty Lending's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was €0.35.

During the past 12 months, Oaktree Specialty Lending's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -23.60% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -1.90% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 10.50% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 1.90% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Oaktree Specialty Lending was 28.20% per year. The lowest was -25.90% per year. And the median was -1.30% 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.


Oaktree Specialty Lending (FRA:FFC) 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.


Oaktree Specialty Lending Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms


Oaktree Specialty Lending Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Oaktree Specialty Lending'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.

Oaktree Specialty Lending Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Oaktree Specialty Lending Annual Data
Trend Sep16 Sep17 Sep18 Sep19 Sep20 Sep21 Sep22 Sep23 Sep24 Sep25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.35 4.06 1.34 3.05 4.72

Oaktree Specialty Lending 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 0.96 1.43 6.71 0.00

FRA:FFC vs CHY, CII, ETW: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Oaktree Specialty Lending'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.


Oaktree Specialty Lending Dividend Payout Ratio vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Oaktree Specialty Lending's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Oaktree Specialty Lending's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Oaktree Specialty Lending 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.

Oaktree Specialty Lending's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Sep. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Sep. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Sep. 2025 )
=1.568/ 0.332
=4.72

Oaktree Specialty Lending'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 )
=0.346/ -0.182
=N/A

* 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 0.00 mean?
Oaktree Specialty Lending (FRA:FFC) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Oaktree Specialty Lending and its competitors. Over the past decade, Oaktree Specialty Lending's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.35 to 4.72. According to the industry distribution chart, Oaktree Specialty Lending ranks #849 out of 931 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 91.2%.
Is Oaktree Specialty Lending's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Oaktree Specialty Lending's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.35 to a high of 4.72. Based on the distribution chart, Oaktree Specialty Lending ranks #849 out of 931 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Oaktree Specialty Lending has a GF Score™ of 56/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Oaktree Specialty Lending's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to CHY and CII?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Oaktree Specialty Lending ranks #849 out of 931 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Oaktree Specialty Lending in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70. Historically, Oaktree Specialty Lending's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.35 to 4.72 over the past decade. 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 Asset Management company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Asset Management companies is 0.70, based on 931 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. 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 Oaktree Specialty Lending and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Oaktree Specialty Lending's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Oaktree Specialty Lending stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Oaktree Specialty Lending (FRA:FFC) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €11.64, compared to a current price of €9.98 — trading 14.3% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. Oaktree Specialty Lending's overall GF Score™ is 56/100 with 4 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 Oaktree Specialty Lending (FRA:FFC), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00 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 Oaktree Specialty Lending (FRA:FFC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Oaktree Specialty Lending stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €9.98 is trading 14.3% below its estimated GF Value™ of €11.64. GuruFocus considers Oaktree Specialty Lending to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:FFC:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.00
  • GF Value™: €11.64 vs. price of €9.98 (14.3% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 56/100 with 4 warning signs

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


Oaktree Specialty Lending Business Description

Other Exchanges OCSL:USA
Address 333 South Grand Avenue, 28th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, USA, 90071
Oaktree Specialty Lending Corp is a specialty finance company. The company provides lending services and invests in small and mid-sized companies. The company's investment objective is to maximize its portfolio's total return by generating current income from debt investments, and to a lesser extent, capital appreciation from equity investments. The company provides customized, one-stop credit solutions to companies with limited access to public or syndicated capital markets. The company operates as a single reportable segment and derives revenues from investing in originated loans and other securities, including broadly syndicated loans, of U.S. private companies and manages the business on a consolidated basis.
56GF Score

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