Kumba Iron Ore (FRA:KUI) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.70 (As of Dec. 2025) — 24% Below Median


FRA:KUI Kumba Iron Ore Ltd FRA:KUI
73 GF Score
Price €15.40
GF Value €17.65
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Kumba Iron Ore Dividend Payout Ratio?

Kumba Iron Ore FRA:KUI +1.32% 73 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70 as of Dec. 2025, which is 24% below its 10-year median of 0.92. GuruFocus rates FRA:KUI with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of €17.65 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 271 Steel companies, Kumba Iron Ore ranks worse than 81.18% 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. Kumba Iron Ore's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 0.70.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of Kumba Iron Ore Ltd is 0.80, which seems too high.

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

FRA:KUI' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.5   Med: 0.92   Max: 1.11
Current: 0.79

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Kumba Iron Ore was 1.11. The lowest was 0.50. And the median was 0.92.

FRA:KUI's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
81.18% of 271 companies
in the Steel industry
Industry Median: 0.39 vs FRA:KUI: 0.79

As of today (2026-06-27), the Dividend Yield % of Kumba Iron Ore is 10.46%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Kumba Iron Ore was 32.67%. The lowest was 4.01%. And the median was 9.63%.

Kumba Iron Ore's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was €0.84.

During the past 12 months, Kumba Iron Ore's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -15.10% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -14.90% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -8.80% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Kumba Iron Ore was 69.40% per year. The lowest was -43.00% per year. And the median was 12.20% 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.

Kumba Iron Ore (FRA:KUI) 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.

Kumba Iron Ore Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Kumba Iron Ore Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Kumba Iron Ore'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.

Kumba Iron Ore Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Kumba Iron Ore 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 1.10 1.06 0.55 1.11 0.80

Kumba Iron Ore 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 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 0.56 1.09 1.13 0.90 0.70

FRA:KUI vs NUE, STLD, RS: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Steel subindustry, Kumba Iron Ore'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.

Kumba Iron Ore Dividend Payout Ratio vs Steel Industry

For the Steel industry and Basic Materials sector, Kumba Iron Ore's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Kumba Iron Ore's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Kumba Iron Ore 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.

Kumba Iron Ore'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 )
=1.852/ 2.325
=0.80

Kumba Iron Ore'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 )
=0.842/ 1.198
=0.70

* 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 0.70 mean?
Kumba Iron Ore (FRA:KUI) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.70 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Kumba Iron Ore and its competitors. This is 24% below median its historical median of 0.92. Over the past decade, Kumba Iron Ore's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.50 to 1.11. According to the industry distribution chart, Kumba Iron Ore ranks #220 out of 271 companies in the Steel industry, placing it in the top 81.2%.
Is Kumba Iron Ore's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Kumba Iron Ore's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.70 is 24% below median its 10-year median of 0.92. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.50 to a high of 1.11. The Steel industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.39. Kumba Iron Ore's value of 0.70 is 79.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Kumba Iron Ore ranks #220 out of 271 companies in the Steel industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Kumba Iron Ore has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Kumba Iron Ore's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to NUE and STLD?
According to the Steel industry distribution chart, Kumba Iron Ore ranks #220 out of 271 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Kumba Iron Ore in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.39. Kumba Iron Ore's value of 0.70 is 79.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Kumba Iron Ore's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.50 to 1.11 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.92 vs. the industry median of 0.39, Kumba Iron Ore 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 Steel company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Steel companies is 0.39, based on 271 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. Kumba Iron Ore's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.70 is 79.5% 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 Kumba Iron Ore and its competitors. For the Steel industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Kumba Iron Ore's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70, which is 24% below median its own 10-year median of 0.92. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Kumba Iron Ore stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kumba Iron Ore (FRA:KUI) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €17.65, compared to a current price of €15.40 — trading 12.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70, which is 24% below median its 10-year median of 0.92 and 79.5% above the Steel industry median of 0.39. Kumba Iron Ore's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 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 Kumba Iron Ore (FRA:KUI), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70 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 Kumba Iron Ore (FRA:KUI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Kumba Iron Ore stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €15.40 is trading 12.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of €17.65. GuruFocus considers Kumba Iron Ore to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for FRA:KUI:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.70 (24% below median its 10-year median of 0.92)
  • GF Value™: €17.65 vs. price of €15.40 (12.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 79.5% above the Steel median (#220 of 271)

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

Kumba Iron Ore Business Description

Address 144 Oxford Road, Rosebank, Melrose, Johannesburg, GT, ZAF, 2196
Kumba Iron Ore Ltd is engaged in the exploration, mining, processing, blending, and sale of iron ore to the steel industry. The company operates in South Africa, with mining operations in the Northern Cape and Limpopo provinces, as well as a head office in Centurion, Gauteng, and a port operation in Saldanha Bay, Western Cape. The company's flagship asset is the Sishen mine, which it holds a majority stake in, located near the town of Kathu in the Northern Cape Province. The Sishen mine is opencast and produces the bulk of the group's iron ore, which is exported. It also holds an interest in the Kolomela mine. The company also generates revenue from Shipping operations. The majority of the company's revenue is generated from its products.
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