GIL (Gildan Activewear) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.58 (As of Mar. 2026) — 142% Above Median


GIL Gildan Activewear Inc GIL
89 GF Score
Price $53.41
GF Value $63.32
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Gildan Activewear Dividend Payout Ratio?

Gildan Activewear GIL -0.13% 89 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.58 as of Mar. 2026, which is 142% above its 10-year median of 0.24. GuruFocus rates GIL with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of $63.32 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 415 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies, Gildan Activewear ranks better than 67.71% 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. Gildan Activewear's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.58.

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

GIL' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.17   Med: 0.24   Max: 0.32
Current: 0.28

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Gildan Activewear was 0.32. The lowest was 0.17. And the median was 0.24.

GIL's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
67.71% of 415 companies
in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry
Industry Median: 0.44 vs GIL: 0.28

As of today (2026-06-26), the Dividend Yield % of Gildan Activewear is 1.78%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Gildan Activewear was 4.83%. The lowest was 0.38%. And the median was 1.49%.

Gildan Activewear's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.25.

During the past 12 months, Gildan Activewear's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 8.60% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 10.70% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 38.30% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 13.00% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Gildan Activewear was 71.70% per year. The lowest was -25.60% per year. And the median was 22.95% 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.

Gildan Activewear (NYSE:GIL) 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.

Gildan Activewear Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Gildan Activewear Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Gildan Activewear'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.

Gildan Activewear Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Gildan Activewear 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 0.17 0.22 0.29 0.27 0.26

Gildan Activewear 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 0.38 0.23 0.23 0.24 0.58

GIL vs RL, LEVI, VFC: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Apparel Manufacturing subindustry, Gildan Activewear'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.

Gildan Activewear Dividend Payout Ratio vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry

For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Gildan Activewear's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Gildan Activewear's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Gildan Activewear 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.

Gildan Activewear'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 )
=0.904/ 3.51
=0.26

Gildan Activewear'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 )
=0.249/ 0.43
=0.58

* 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 0.58 mean?
Gildan Activewear (GIL) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.58 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Gildan Activewear and its competitors. This is 142% above median its historical median of 0.24. Over the past decade, Gildan Activewear's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.17 to 0.32. According to the industry distribution chart, Gildan Activewear ranks #134 out of 415 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, placing it in the top 32.3%.
Is Gildan Activewear's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Gildan Activewear's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.58 is 142% above median its 10-year median of 0.24. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.17 to a high of 0.32. The Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. Gildan Activewear's value of 0.58 is 31.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Gildan Activewear ranks #134 out of 415 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Gildan Activewear has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Gildan Activewear's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to RL and LEVI?
According to the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry distribution chart, Gildan Activewear ranks #134 out of 415 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts Gildan Activewear in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. Gildan Activewear's value of 0.58 is 31.8% above this benchmark. Historically, Gildan Activewear's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.17 to 0.32 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.24 vs. the industry median of 0.44, Gildan Activewear 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 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies is 0.44, based on 415 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. Gildan Activewear's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.58 is 31.8% 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 Gildan Activewear and its competitors. For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Gildan Activewear's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.58, which is 142% above median its own 10-year median of 0.24. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Gildan Activewear stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gildan Activewear (GIL) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $63.32, compared to a current price of $53.41 — trading 15.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.58, which is 142% above median its 10-year median of 0.24 and 31.8% above the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median of 0.44. Gildan Activewear's overall GF Score™ is 89/100 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 Gildan Activewear (GIL), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.58 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 Gildan Activewear (GIL) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gildan Activewear stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $53.41 is trading 15.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $63.32. GuruFocus considers Gildan Activewear to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for GIL:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.58 (142% above median its 10-year median of 0.24)
  • GF Value™: $63.32 vs. price of $53.41 (15.7% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 31.8% above the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories median (#134 of 415)

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

Gildan Activewear Business Description

Other Exchanges VGA:GermanyGIL:Canada
Address 600 de Maisonneuve Boulevard West, 33rd Floor, Suite 3300, Montreal, QC, CAN, H3A 3J2
Gildan is a vertically integrated designer and manufacturer of basic apparel, including T-shirts, underwear, socks, and hosiery. It is a leader in blank T-shirts, sweatshirts, and other apparel to wholesalers, major clothing brands, and printers (printwear). Gildan also sells branded clothing through retail and direct-to-consumer channels, a business that has been greatly enhanced by the Hanesbrands acquisition. Gildan's brands include Hanes, Bali, Maidenform, Playtex, Gildan, American Apparel, Comfort Colors, and Goldtoe. Gildan produces most of its clothing at factories in Latin America but has been ramping up production at its new facility in Bangladesh. Incorporated in 1984, the Montreal-based company operates internationally but generated 90% of its sales in the US in 2025.
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