HTHIF (Hitachi) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.74 (As of Mar. 2026) — 208% Above Median

Hitachi HTHIF 82 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.74 as of Mar. 2026, which is 208% above its 10-year median of 0.24. GuruFocus rates HTHIF with a GF Score™ of 82/100 and a GF Value™ of $26.24 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 307 Conglomerates companies, Hitachi ranks better than 67.1% 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. Hitachi's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.74.

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

HTHIF' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.19 Med: 0.24 Max: 1.03
Current: 0.28

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Hitachi was 1.03. The lowest was 0.19. And the median was 0.24.

HTHIF's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
67.1% of 307 companies
in the Conglomerates industry
Industry Median: 0.37 vs HTHIF: 0.28

As of today (2026-06-25), the Dividend Yield % of Hitachi is 1.09%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Hitachi was 3.51%. The lowest was 0.84%. And the median was 1.75%.

Hitachi's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.17.

During the past 12 months, Hitachi's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 16.30% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 19.90% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 19.30% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 16.50% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Hitachi was 54.20% per year. The lowest was -20.60% per year. And the median was 6.30% 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.

Hitachi (OTCPK:HTHIF) 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.

Hitachi Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Hitachi Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Hitachi'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.

Hitachi Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

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HTHIF vs HON, MMM: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Conglomerates subindustry, Hitachi'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.

Hitachi Dividend Payout Ratio vs Conglomerates Industry

For the Conglomerates industry and Industrials sector, Hitachi's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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

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Hitachi Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation

Hitachi's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio	=	Dividends per Share (A: Mar. 2026 )	/	EPS without NRI (A: Mar. 2026 )
	=	0.315	/	1.113
	=	0.28

Hitachi'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 )
	=	0.17	/	0.229
	=	0.74

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What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.74 mean?

Hitachi (HTHIF) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.74 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Hitachi and its competitors. This is 208% above median its historical median of 0.24. Over the past decade, Hitachi's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.19 to 1.03. According to the industry distribution chart, Hitachi ranks #101 out of 307 companies in the Conglomerates industry, placing it in the top 32.9%.

Is Hitachi's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?

Hitachi's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.74 is 208% above median its 10-year median of 0.24. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.19 to a high of 1.03. The Conglomerates industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.37. Hitachi's value of 0.74 is 100% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Hitachi ranks #101 out of 307 companies in the Conglomerates industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Hitachi has a GF Score™ of 82/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.

How does Hitachi's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to HON and MMM?

According to the Conglomerates industry distribution chart, Hitachi ranks #101 out of 307 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts Hitachi in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.37. Hitachi's value of 0.74 is 100% above this benchmark. Historically, Hitachi's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.19 to 1.03 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.24 vs. the industry median of 0.37, Hitachi 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 Conglomerates company?

The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Conglomerates companies is 0.37, based on 307 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. Hitachi's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.74 is 100% 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 Hitachi and its competitors. For the Conglomerates industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.37 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Hitachi's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.74, which is 208% 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 Hitachi stock overvalued right now?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hitachi (HTHIF) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is $26.24, compared to a current price of $28.99 — trading 10.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.74, which is 208% above median its 10-year median of 0.24 and 100% above the Conglomerates industry median of 0.37. Hitachi's overall GF Score™ is 82/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Hitachi (HTHIF), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.74 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 Hitachi (HTHIF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Hitachi stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $28.99 is trading 10.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of $26.24. GuruFocus considers Hitachi to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for HTHIF:

Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.74 (208% above median its 10-year median of 0.24)
GF Value™: $26.24 vs. price of $28.99 (10.5% above fair value)
GF Score™: 82/100 with 1 warning sign
Industry Position: 100% above the Conglomerates median (#101 of 307)

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

Hitachi Business Description

Industry Industrials Conglomerates

Comparable Companies TSE:8058 TSE:8031 TSE:8001 TSE:8002 TSE:8053 TSE:5803 TSE:8015 TSE:6971 TSE:4901 TSE:5706 ADX:IHC HON MMM HKSE:00267 MIL:PST HKSE:00001 BSP:ITSA3 XKRX:034730 LSE:HLMA ADX:2POINTZERO

Other Exchanges HTHIY:USA HITACHI24:Thailand 6501N:Mexico 6501:Japan HIA1:Germany HTCI:Canada

Address 6-6, Marunouchi 1-chome, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 100-8280

Website https://www.hitachi.com

Hitachi Ltd is engaged in diverse businesses spanning industries, energy, IT, and real estate. The company operates through four business segments. The Connective Industries segment covers elevators, escalators, home appliances, air conditioning, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, medical analyzers, industrial and distribution solutions, water and environmental solutions, and industrial equipment. The Digital Systems & Services segment offers system integration, consulting, cloud services, IT products, software, and ATMs. The Green Energy & Mobility segment focuses on power grids, renewable energy, nuclear power, and railway systems. The Others include real estate management, sales, and leasing. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Green Energy & Mobility segment.

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