FSCO (FS Credit Opportunities) Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.92 (As of Dec. 2025) — 153% Above Median


FSCO FS Credit Opportunities Corp FSCO
44 GF Score
Price $4.83
GF Value $5.33
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is FS Credit Opportunities Dividend Payout Ratio?

FS Credit Opportunities FSCO +1.90% 44 Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.92 as of Dec. 2025, which is 153% above its 10-year median of 0.76. GuruFocus rates FSCO with a GF Score™ of 44/100 and a GF Value™ of $5.33 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 935 Asset Management companies, FS Credit Opportunities ranks worse than 66.31% 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. FS Credit Opportunities's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 1.92.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of FS Credit Opportunities Corp is 1.06, which seems too high.

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

FSCO' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.52   Med: 0.76   Max: 1.06
Current: 1.06

During the past 4 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of FS Credit Opportunities was 1.06. The lowest was 0.52. And the median was 0.76.

FSCO's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
66.31% of 935 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 0.71 vs FSCO: 1.06

As of today (2026-06-26), the Dividend Yield % of FS Credit Opportunities is 16.07%.

During the past 4 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of FS Credit Opportunities was 17.48%. The lowest was 1.56%. And the median was 10.08%.

FS Credit Opportunities's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.41.

During the past 12 months, FS Credit Opportunities'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 105.40% per year.

During the past 4 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of FS Credit Opportunities was 105.40% per year. The lowest was 105.40% per year. And the median was 105.40% 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.

FS Credit Opportunities (NYSE:FSCO) 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.

FS Credit Opportunities Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

FS Credit Opportunities Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for FS Credit Opportunities'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.

FS Credit Opportunities Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

FS Credit Opportunities Annual Data
Trend Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Dividend Payout Ratio
0.00 0.52 0.76 1.05

FS Credit Opportunities Semi-Annual Data
Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
Dividend Payout Ratio Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.59 0.61 1.00 0.72 1.92

FSCO vs MUC, BUR, CHI: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, FS Credit Opportunities'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.

FS Credit Opportunities Dividend Payout Ratio vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, FS Credit Opportunities's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where FS Credit Opportunities's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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FS Credit Opportunities 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.

FS Credit Opportunities'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 )
=0.797/ 0.76
=1.05

FS Credit Opportunities'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 )
=0.407/ 0.212
=1.92

* 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 1.92 mean?
FS Credit Opportunities (FSCO) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.92 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on FS Credit Opportunities and its competitors. This is 153% above median its historical median of 0.76. Over the past decade, FS Credit Opportunities' Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.52 to 1.06. According to the industry distribution chart, FS Credit Opportunities ranks #620 out of 935 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 66.3%.
Is FS Credit Opportunities' Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
FS Credit Opportunities' current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.92 is 153% above median its 10-year median of 0.76. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.52 to a high of 1.06. The Asset Management industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.71. FS Credit Opportunities' value of 1.92 is 170.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, FS Credit Opportunities ranks #620 out of 935 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, FS Credit Opportunities has a GF Score™ of 44/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does FS Credit Opportunities' Dividend Payout Ratio compare to MUC and BUR?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, FS Credit Opportunities ranks #620 out of 935 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places FS Credit Opportunities in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.71. FS Credit Opportunities' value of 1.92 is 170.4% above this benchmark. Historically, FS Credit Opportunities' own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.52 to 1.06 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.76 vs. the industry median of 0.71, FS Credit Opportunities 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 an Asset Management company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Asset Management companies is 0.71, based on 935 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. FS Credit Opportunities's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.92 is 170.4% 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 FS Credit Opportunities and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.71 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. FS Credit Opportunities's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.92, which is 153% above median its own 10-year median of 0.76. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is FS Credit Opportunities stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FS Credit Opportunities (FSCO) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $5.33, compared to a current price of $4.83 — trading 9.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.92, which is 153% above median its 10-year median of 0.76 and 170.4% above the Asset Management industry median of 0.71. FS Credit Opportunities' overall GF Score™ is 44/100 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 FS Credit Opportunities (FSCO), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.92 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 FS Credit Opportunities (FSCO) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, FS Credit Opportunities stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $4.83 is trading 9.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $5.33. GuruFocus considers FS Credit Opportunities to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for FSCO:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.92 (153% above median its 10-year median of 0.76)
  • GF Value™: $5.33 vs. price of $4.83 (9.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 44/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 170.4% above the Asset Management median (#620 of 935)

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

FS Credit Opportunities Business Description

Address 3025 JFK Boulevard, Office 500, Philadelphia, PA, USA, 19104
FS Credit Opportunities Corp is a closed-end management investment company. The Fund's primary investment objective is to generate an attractive total return consisting of a high level of current income and capital appreciation, with a secondary objective of capital preservation. It predominantly invests in a portfolio of secured and unsecured floating and fixed-rate loans, bonds, and other types of credit instruments. The credit instruments in which it invests are typically rated below investment grade by rating agencies or would be rated below investment grade if rated. To achieve its investment objectives, the fund focuses on strategies such as Opportunistic Credit, Special Situations, and Capital Structure Solutions.
44GF Score

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