HIX (Western Asset Highome Fund II) Dividend Payout Ratio: 2.80 (As of Apr. 2026) — 135% Above Median

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HIX Western Asset High Income Fund II Inc HIX
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Price $3.94
GF Value $6.05
Valuation Significantly Undervalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Western Asset Highome Fund II Dividend Payout Ratio?

Western Asset Highome Fund II HIX +0.51% 50 Dividend Payout Ratio is 2.80 as of Apr. 2026, which is 135% above its 10-year median of 1.19. GuruFocus rates HIX with a GF Scoreâ„¢ of 50/100 and a GF Valueâ„¢ of $6.05 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 934 Asset Management companies, Western Asset Highome Fund II ranks worse than 72.81% 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. Western Asset Highome Fund II's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Apr. 2026 was 2.80.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of Western Asset High Income Fund II Inc is 1.16, which seems too high.

The historical rank and industry rank for Western Asset Highome Fund II's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

HIX' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.38   Med: 1.19   Max: 3.01
Current: 1.16

During the past 9 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Western Asset Highome Fund II was 3.01. The lowest was 0.38. And the median was 1.19.

HIX's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
72.81% of 934 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 0.67 vs HIX: 1.16

As of today (2026-08-10), the Dividend Yield % of Western Asset Highome Fund II is 14.92%.

During the past 9 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Western Asset Highome Fund II was 15.64%. The lowest was 7.65%. And the median was 10.57%.

Western Asset Highome Fund II's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Apr. 2026 was $0.29.

During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 0.60% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 1.20% per year.

During the past 9 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Western Asset Highome Fund II was 2.60% per year. The lowest was 0.60% per year. And the median was 1.50% 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.

Western Asset Highome Fund II (NYSE:HIX) 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.

Western Asset Highome Fund II Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Western Asset Highome Fund II Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Western Asset Highome Fund II'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.

Western Asset Highome Fund II Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Western Asset Highome Fund II Annual Data
Trend Apr18 Apr19 Apr20 Apr21 Apr22 Apr23 Apr24 Apr25 Apr26
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only 0.00 0.00 1.19 1.63 1.15

Western Asset Highome Fund II Semi-Annual Data
Oct17 Apr18 Oct18 Apr19 Oct19 Apr20 Oct20 Apr21 Oct21 Apr22 Oct22 Apr23 Oct23 Apr24 Oct24 Apr25 Oct25 Apr26
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 0.82 0.89 9.80 0.74 2.80

HIX vs SCD, MIY, AEF: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, Western Asset Highome Fund II'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.

Western Asset Highome Fund II Dividend Payout Ratio vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, Western Asset Highome Fund II's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Western Asset Highome Fund II's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Western Asset Highome Fund II 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.

Western Asset Highome Fund II's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Apr. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Apr. 2026 )
=0.588/ 0.51
=1.15

Western Asset Highome Fund II's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Apr. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Apr. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Apr. 2026 )
=0.294/ 0.105
=2.80

* 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 2.80 mean?
Western Asset Highome Fund II (HIX) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 2.80 as of Apr. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Western Asset Highome Fund II and its competitors. This is 135% above median its historical median of 1.19. Over the past decade, Western Asset Highome Fund II's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.38 to 3.01. According to the industry distribution chart, Western Asset Highome Fund II ranks #680 out of 934 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 72.8%.
Is Western Asset Highome Fund II's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Western Asset Highome Fund II's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 2.80 is 135% above median its 10-year median of 1.19. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.38 to a high of 3.01. The Asset Management industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.67. Western Asset Highome Fund II's value of 2.80 is 317.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Western Asset Highome Fund II ranks #680 out of 934 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Western Asset Highome Fund II has a GF Scoreâ„¢ of 50/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Western Asset Highome Fund II's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to SCD and MIY?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, Western Asset Highome Fund II ranks #680 out of 934 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Western Asset Highome Fund II in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.67. Western Asset Highome Fund II's value of 2.80 is 317.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Western Asset Highome Fund II's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.38 to 3.01 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.19 vs. the industry median of 0.67, Western Asset Highome Fund II 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 0.67, based on 934 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. Western Asset Highome Fund II's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 2.80 is 317.9% 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 Western Asset Highome Fund II and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.67 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Western Asset Highome Fund II's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 2.80, which is 135% above median its own 10-year median of 1.19. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Western Asset Highome Fund II stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Western Asset Highome Fund II (HIX) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $6.05, compared to a current price of $3.94 — trading 34.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 2.80, which is 135% above median its 10-year median of 1.19 and 317.9% above the Asset Management industry median of 0.67. Western Asset Highome Fund II's overall GF Score™ is 50/100 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 Western Asset Highome Fund II (HIX), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 2.80 as of Apr. 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 Western Asset Highome Fund II (HIX) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Western Asset Highome Fund II stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $3.94 is trading 34.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of $6.05. GuruFocus considers Western Asset Highome Fund II to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for HIX:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 2.80 (135% above median its 10-year median of 1.19)
  • GF Value™: $6.05 vs. price of $3.94 (34.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 50/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 317.9% above the Asset Management median (#680 of 934)

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

Western Asset Highome Fund II Business Description

Address One Madison Avenue, 17th Floor, New York, NY, USA, 10010
Western Asset High Income Fund II Inc is a diversified closed-end management investment company. Its investment objective is to maximize current income by investing at least 80% of its net assets and borrowings for investment purposes in high-yield debt securities.
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