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Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AGFRA:SMB 76 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.34 as of Dec. 2025, which is 6% above its 10-year median of 0.32. GuruFocus rates FRA:SMB with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of €42.67 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 995 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG ranks better than 63.12% 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. Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG's Dividend Payout Ratio for the
months ended in Dec. 2025 was 0.34.
The historical rank and industry rank for Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
FRA:SMB'
s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.19 Med: 0.32 Max: 0.97
Current: 0.34
During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG was 0.97. The lowest was 0.19. And the median was 0.32.
FRA:SMB's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than 63.12% of 995
companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 0.43
vs FRA:SMB: 0.34
During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG was 2.55%. The lowest was 0.71%. And the median was 1.74%.
During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 26.00% per year.
During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG was 26.00% per year. The lowest was -20.60% per year. And the median was 0.00% 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.
Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG (FRA:SMB) 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.
Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms
Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data
* 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.
Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG Dividend Payout Ratio Chart
FRA:SMB vs KHC, GIS, HRL: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison
For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG'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.
Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG Dividend Payout Ratio vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.
Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG 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.
* 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.
Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG (FRA:SMB) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.34 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 0.32. Over the past decade, Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.19 to 0.97. According to the industry distribution chart, Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG ranks #367 out of 995 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 36.9%.
Is Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.34 is near median its 10-year median of 0.32. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.19 to a high of 0.97. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.43. Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG's value of 0.34 is 20.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG ranks #367 out of 995 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG ranks #367 out of 995 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.43. Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG's value of 0.34 is 20.9% below this benchmark. Historically, Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.19 to 0.97 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.32 vs. the industry median of 0.43, Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 0.43, based on 995 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. Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.34 is 20.9% 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 Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.43 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.34, which is near median its own 10-year median of 0.32. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG (FRA:SMB) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €42.67, compared to a current price of €45.00 — trading 5.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.34, which is near median its 10-year median of 0.32 and 20.9% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 0.43. Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG (FRA:SMB), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.34 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 Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG (FRA:SMB) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of €45.00 is trading 5.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of €42.67.
GuruFocus considers Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG to be Fairly Valued.
Key valuation signals for FRA:SMB:
Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.34 (near median its 10-year median of 0.32)
GF Value™: €42.67 vs. price of €45.00 (5.5% above fair value)
Industry Position: 20.9% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#367 of 995)
No single metric tells the full story. See the FRA:SMB stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG Business Description
Schwalbchen Molkerei Jakob Berz AG is engaged in processing and distribution of milk and milk products, the wholesale of dairy products and related foodstuffs. The company acts as a regional brand supplier of fresh and long-life milk, as well as fresh produce such as yogurt, whipped cream, sour cream, natural and fruit quark, cream, and sponge cake under the name SCHWALBCHEN. Specialties such as the coffee beverage Caffreddo and ethnic items such as Ayran are marketed nationwide. The company is engaged in the wholesale consumer trade segment.
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