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Sam Woo Construction GroupHKSE:03822 -1.82%73 Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.03 as of Mar. 2026, which is 119% above its 10-year median of 0.47. GuruFocus rates HKSE:03822 with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of HK$1.28 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 856 Construction companies, Sam Woo Construction Group ranks better than 81.54% 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. Sam Woo Construction Group's Dividend Payout Ratio for the
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 1.03.
The historical rank and industry rank for Sam Woo Construction Group's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
HKSE:03822'
s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.18 Med: 0.47 Max: 3.03
Current: 0.18
During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Sam Woo Construction Group was 3.03. The lowest was 0.18. And the median was 0.47.
HKSE:03822's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than 81.54% of 856
companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 0.38
vs HKSE:03822: 0.18
During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Sam Woo Construction Group was 24.10%. The lowest was 3.77%. And the median was 10.91%.
During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Sam Woo Construction Group was 26.00% per year. The lowest was 26.00% per year. And the median was 26.00% 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.
Sam Woo Construction Group (HKSE:03822) 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.
Sam Woo Construction Group Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms
Sam Woo Construction Group 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.
Sam Woo Construction Group Dividend Payout Ratio Chart
HKSE:03822 vs PWR, FIX, EME: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison
For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Sam Woo Construction Group'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.
Sam Woo Construction Group Dividend Payout Ratio vs Construction Industry
For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Sam Woo Construction Group's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Sam Woo Construction Group's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.
Sam Woo Construction Group 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.
Sam Woo Construction Group's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as
* 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.
Sam Woo Construction Group (HKSE:03822) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.03 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Sam Woo Construction Group and its competitors. This is 119% above median its historical median of 0.47. Over the past decade, Sam Woo Construction Group's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.18 to 3.03. According to the industry distribution chart, Sam Woo Construction Group ranks #158 out of 856 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 18.5%.
Is Sam Woo Construction Group's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Sam Woo Construction Group's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.03 is 119% above median its 10-year median of 0.47. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.18 to a high of 3.03. The Construction industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.38. Sam Woo Construction Group's value of 1.03 is 171.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sam Woo Construction Group ranks #158 out of 856 companies in the Construction industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Sam Woo Construction Group has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sam Woo Construction Group's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Sam Woo Construction Group ranks #158 out of 856 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Sam Woo Construction Group in the top 19% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.38. Sam Woo Construction Group's value of 1.03 is 171.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Sam Woo Construction Group's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.18 to 3.03 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.47 vs. the industry median of 0.38, Sam Woo Construction Group 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 Construction company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Construction companies is 0.38, based on 856 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. Sam Woo Construction Group's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.03 is 171.1% 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 Sam Woo Construction Group and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sam Woo Construction Group's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.03, which is 119% above median its own 10-year median of 0.47. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sam Woo Construction Group stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sam Woo Construction Group (HKSE:03822) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is HK$1.28, compared to a current price of HK$1.08 — trading 15.6% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.03, which is 119% above median its 10-year median of 0.47 and 171.1% above the Construction industry median of 0.38. Sam Woo Construction Group's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 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 Sam Woo Construction Group (HKSE:03822), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.03 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 Sam Woo Construction Group (HKSE:03822) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sam Woo Construction Group stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of HK$1.08 is trading 15.6% below its estimated GF Value™ of HK$1.28.
GuruFocus considers Sam Woo Construction Group to be Modestly Undervalued.
Key valuation signals for HKSE:03822:
Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.03 (119% above median its 10-year median of 0.47)
GF Value™: HK$1.28 vs. price of HK$1.08 (15.6% below fair value)
Industry Position: 171.1% above the Construction median (#158 of 856)
No single metric tells the full story. See the HKSE:03822 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Sam Woo Construction Group Ltd is an investment holding company. It is engaged in the provision of foundation works and ancillary services, which include the construction of bored piles, rock socketed H-piles excavation and lateral support works, and site investigation and removal of installed piles. The company operates its business through one segment, Foundation and ancillary services, generating revenue from these operations. Geographically, it operates and generates revenue from Hong Kong.
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