ISD (PGIM High Yield Fund) Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.15 (As of Jan. 2026) — Near Median


ISD PGIM High Yield Fund Inc ISD
57 GF Score
Price $12.81
GF Value $18.16
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is PGIM High Yield Fund Dividend Payout Ratio?

PGIM High Yield Fund ISD +0.08% 57 Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.15 as of Jan. 2026, which is 5% above its 10-year median of 1.10. GuruFocus rates ISD with a GF Score™ of 57/100 and a GF Value™ of $18.16 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 935 Asset Management companies, PGIM High Yield Fund ranks worse than 67.27% 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. PGIM High Yield Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Jan. 2026 was 1.15.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of PGIM High Yield Fund Inc is 1.08, which seems too high.

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

ISD' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.38   Med: 1.1   Max: 12.5
Current: 1.08

During the past 8 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of PGIM High Yield Fund was 12.50. The lowest was 0.38. And the median was 1.10.

ISD's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
67.27% of 935 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 0.71 vs ISD: 1.08

As of today (2026-06-27), the Dividend Yield % of PGIM High Yield Fund is 9.84%.

During the past 8 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of PGIM High Yield Fund was 12.36%. The lowest was 6.87%. And the median was 8.59%.

PGIM High Yield Fund's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Jan. 2026 was $0.63.

During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -0.40% per year.

During the past 8 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of PGIM High Yield Fund was 5.30% per year. The lowest was -2.90% per year. And the median was 3.00% 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.

PGIM High Yield Fund (NYSE:ISD) 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.

PGIM High Yield Fund Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

PGIM High Yield Fund Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for PGIM High Yield Fund'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.

PGIM High Yield Fund Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

PGIM High Yield Fund Annual Data
Trend May18 May19 May20 May21 Jul22 Jul23 Jul24 Jul25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.38 0.00 2.24 0.79 0.91

PGIM High Yield Fund Semi-Annual Data
Nov17 May18 Nov18 May19 Nov19 May20 Nov20 May21 Jan22 Jul22 Jan23 Jul23 Jan24 Jul24 Jan25 Jul25 Jan26
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 0.71 1.49 0.83 1.02 1.15

ISD vs GLAD, HPI, FINS: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, PGIM High Yield Fund'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.

PGIM High Yield Fund Dividend Payout Ratio vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, PGIM High Yield Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where PGIM High Yield Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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PGIM High Yield Fund 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.

PGIM High Yield Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Jul. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Jul. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Jul. 2025 )
=1.26/ 1.38
=0.91

PGIM High Yield Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Jan. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Jan. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Jan. 2026 )
=0.63/ 0.55
=1.15

* 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.

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What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.15 mean?
PGIM High Yield Fund (ISD) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.15 as of Jan. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on PGIM High Yield Fund and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 1.10. Over the past decade, PGIM High Yield Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.38 to 12.50. According to the industry distribution chart, PGIM High Yield Fund ranks #629 out of 935 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 67.3%.
Is PGIM High Yield Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
PGIM High Yield Fund's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.15 is near median its 10-year median of 1.10. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.38 to a high of 12.50. The Asset Management industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.71. PGIM High Yield Fund's value of 1.15 is 62% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, PGIM High Yield Fund ranks #629 out of 935 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, PGIM High Yield Fund has a GF Score™ of 57/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does PGIM High Yield Fund's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to GLAD and HPI?
According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, PGIM High Yield Fund ranks #629 out of 935 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places PGIM High Yield Fund in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.71. PGIM High Yield Fund's value of 1.15 is 62% above this benchmark. Historically, PGIM High Yield Fund's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.38 to 12.50 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.10 vs. the industry median of 0.71, PGIM High Yield Fund 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 0.71, based on 935 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. PGIM High Yield Fund's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.15 is 62% 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 PGIM High Yield Fund and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.71 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. PGIM High Yield Fund's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.15, which is near median its own 10-year median of 1.10. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is PGIM High Yield Fund stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PGIM High Yield Fund (ISD) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $18.16, compared to a current price of $12.81 — trading 29.5% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.15, which is near median its 10-year median of 1.10 and 62% above the Asset Management industry median of 0.71. PGIM High Yield Fund's overall GF Score™ is 57/100 with 2 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 PGIM High Yield Fund (ISD), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.15 as of Jan. 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 PGIM High Yield Fund (ISD) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PGIM High Yield Fund stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $12.81 is trading 29.5% below its estimated GF Value™ of $18.16. GuruFocus considers PGIM High Yield Fund to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for ISD:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.15 (near median its 10-year median of 1.10)
  • GF Value™: $18.16 vs. price of $12.81 (29.5% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 57/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 62% above the Asset Management median (#629 of 935)

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

PGIM High Yield Fund Business Description

Address 655 Broad Street, 6th Floor, Newark, NJ, USA, 07102
PGIM High Yield Fund Inc is a diversified, closed-end management investment company, active in the financial services domain. The fund's primary investment objective is to provide a high level of current income, with its secondary objective being capital appreciation. It invests at least eighty percent of its investable assets in a diversified portfolio of high-yield fixed-income instruments that are rated below investment grade with varying maturities and other investments.
57GF Score

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