Lee & Man Chemical Co (HKSE:00746) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.72 (As of Dec. 2025) — 80% Above Median

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HKSE:00746 Lee & Man Chemical Co Ltd HKSE:00746
75 GF Score
Price HK$4.70
GF Value HK$3.92
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is Lee & Man Chemical Co Dividend Payout Ratio?

Lee & Man Chemical Co HKSE:00746 -2.69% 75 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.72 as of Dec. 2025, which is 80% above its 10-year median of 0.40. GuruFocus rates HKSE:00746 with a GF Score™ of 75/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$3.92 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 919 Chemicals companies, Lee & Man Chemical Co ranks worse than 67.25% 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. Lee & Man Chemical Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 0.72.

The historical rank and industry rank for Lee & Man Chemical Co's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

HKSE:00746' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.16   Med: 0.4   Max: 0.52
Current: 0.49

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Lee & Man Chemical Co was 0.52. The lowest was 0.16. And the median was 0.40.

HKSE:00746's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
67.25% of 919 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 0.35 vs HKSE:00746: 0.49

As of today (2026-08-13), the Dividend Yield % of Lee & Man Chemical Co is 6.65%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Lee & Man Chemical Co was 24.05%. The lowest was 1.78%. And the median was 6.47%.

Lee & Man Chemical Co's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was HK$0.20.

During the past 12 months, Lee & Man Chemical Co's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 23.20% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -21.00% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -0.80% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 10.40% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Lee & Man Chemical Co was 81.70% per year. The lowest was -22.40% per year. And the median was -0.55% 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.

Lee & Man Chemical Co (HKSE:00746) 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.

Lee & Man Chemical Co Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Lee & Man Chemical Co Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Lee & Man Chemical Co'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.

Lee & Man Chemical Co Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Lee & Man Chemical Co 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 0.28 0.52 0.46 0.48 0.52

Lee & Man Chemical Co Semi-Annual Data
Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25 Jun26
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 0.48 0.48 0.38 0.72 0.34

HKSE:00746 vs DOW: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Chemicals subindustry, Lee & Man Chemical Co'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.

Lee & Man Chemical Co Dividend Payout Ratio vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Lee & Man Chemical Co's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Lee & Man Chemical Co's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Lee & Man Chemical Co 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.

Lee & Man Chemical Co'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 )
=0.345/ 0.668
=0.52

Lee & Man Chemical Co'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 )
=0.195/ 0.27
=0.72

* 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 0.72 mean?
Lee & Man Chemical Co (HKSE:00746) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.72 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Lee & Man Chemical Co and its competitors. This is 80% above median its historical median of 0.40. Over the past decade, Lee & Man Chemical Co's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.16 to 0.52. According to the industry distribution chart, Lee & Man Chemical Co ranks #618 out of 919 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 67.2%.
Is Lee & Man Chemical Co's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Lee & Man Chemical Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.72 is 80% above median its 10-year median of 0.40. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.16 to a high of 0.52. The Chemicals industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.35. Lee & Man Chemical Co's value of 0.72 is 105.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Lee & Man Chemical Co ranks #618 out of 919 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Lee & Man Chemical Co has a GF Score™ of 75/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lee & Man Chemical Co's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to DOW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Lee & Man Chemical Co ranks #618 out of 919 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Lee & Man Chemical Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.35. Lee & Man Chemical Co's value of 0.72 is 105.7% above this benchmark. Historically, Lee & Man Chemical Co's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.16 to 0.52 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.40 vs. the industry median of 0.35, Lee & Man Chemical Co 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 Chemicals company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Chemicals companies is 0.35, based on 919 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. Lee & Man Chemical Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.72 is 105.7% 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 Lee & Man Chemical Co and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.35 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Lee & Man Chemical Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.72, which is 80% above median its own 10-year median of 0.40. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lee & Man Chemical Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lee & Man Chemical Co (HKSE:00746) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$3.92, compared to a current price of HK$4.70 — trading 19.9% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.72, which is 80% above median its 10-year median of 0.40 and 105.7% above the Chemicals industry median of 0.35. Lee & Man Chemical Co's overall GF Score™ is 75/100 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 Lee & Man Chemical Co (HKSE:00746), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.72 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 Lee & Man Chemical Co (HKSE:00746) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lee & Man Chemical Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of HK$4.70 is trading 19.9% above its estimated GF Value™ of HK$3.92. GuruFocus considers Lee & Man Chemical Co to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for HKSE:00746:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.72 (80% above median its 10-year median of 0.40)
  • GF Value™: HK$3.92 vs. price of HK$4.70 (19.9% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 75/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 105.7% above the Chemicals median (#618 of 919)

No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:00746 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Lee & Man Chemical Co Business Description

Address 169 Electric Road, Unit B, 35th Floor, Lee & Man Commercial Center, North Point, Hong Kong, HKG
Lee & Man Chemical Co Ltd is an investment holding company. The company is engaged in the manufacture and sale of chemical products. Its products include Polymers, Basic Chemicals, Food / Water Additives, Paper Additives, and Lithium Ion Battery Additives. Its segment includes the Chemical segment manufacture and sale of chemical products; and the Property segment engaged in the development and sale of properties, properties held for rental, and supply of related property services. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Chemical segment. Its operations of the two segments are both located in the PRC. Its revenue of the Group's from external customers is derived from the PRC.
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