National Foods FZCO (KAR:NATF) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.26 (As of Mar. 2026) — 41% Below Median

What is National Foods FZCO Dividend Payout Ratio?

National Foods FZCO KAR:NATF +2.21% 95 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.26 as of Mar. 2026, which is 41% below its 10-year median of 0.44. GuruFocus rates KAR:NATF with a GF Score™ of 95/100 and a GF Value™ of ₨260.73 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 997 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, National Foods FZCO ranks worse than 84.25% 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. National Foods FZCO's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.26.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of National Foods FZCO is 0.89, which seems too high.

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

KAR:NATF' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.3 Med: 0.44 Max: 2.97
Current: 0.89

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of National Foods FZCO was 2.97. The lowest was 0.30. And the median was 0.44.

KAR:NATF's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
84.25% of 997 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 0.44 vs KAR:NATF: 0.89

As of today (2026-07-03), the Dividend Yield % of National Foods FZCO is 7.35%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of National Foods FZCO was 8.49%. The lowest was 0.66%. And the median was 2.31%.

National Foods FZCO's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₨3.00.

During the past 12 months, National Foods FZCO's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 300.00% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 21.60% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 22.80% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 14.20% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of National Foods FZCO was 61.00% per year. The lowest was -23.40% per year. And the median was 25.00% per year.

The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.

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National Foods FZCO (KAR:NATF) 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.

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National Foods FZCO Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for National Foods FZCO's Dividend Payout Ratio can be seen below:

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National Foods FZCO Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

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KAR:NATF vs KHC, GIS: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, National Foods FZCO'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.

National Foods FZCO Dividend Payout Ratio vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, National Foods FZCO's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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National Foods FZCO Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation

National Foods FZCO's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Jun. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio	=	Dividends per Share (A: Jun. 2025 )	/	EPS without NRI (A: Jun. 2025 )
	=	9	/	14.732
	=	0.61

National Foods FZCO'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 )
	=	3	/	11.582
	=	0.26

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What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.26 mean?

National Foods FZCO (KAR:NATF) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.26 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on National Foods FZCO and its competitors. This is 41% below median its historical median of 0.44. Over the past decade, National Foods FZCO's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.30 to 2.97. According to the industry distribution chart, National Foods FZCO ranks #840 out of 997 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 84.3%.

Is National Foods FZCO's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?

National Foods FZCO's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.26 is 41% below median its 10-year median of 0.44. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.30 to a high of 2.97. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. National Foods FZCO's value of 0.26 is 40.9% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, National Foods FZCO ranks #840 out of 997 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, National Foods FZCO has a GF Score™ of 95/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.

How does National Foods FZCO's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to KHC and GIS?

According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, National Foods FZCO ranks #840 out of 997 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places National Foods FZCO in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. National Foods FZCO's value of 0.26 is 40.9% below this benchmark. Historically, National Foods FZCO's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.30 to 2.97 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.44 vs. the industry median of 0.44, National Foods FZCO has consistently been below 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?

The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 0.44, based on 997 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. National Foods FZCO's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.26 is 40.9% below 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 National Foods FZCO and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. National Foods FZCO's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.26, which is 41% below median its own 10-year median of 0.44. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.

Is National Foods FZCO stock overvalued right now?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, National Foods FZCO (KAR:NATF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₨260.73, compared to a current price of ₨408.05 — trading 56.5% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.26, which is 41% below median its 10-year median of 0.44 and 40.9% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 0.44. National Foods FZCO's overall GF Score™ is 95/100 with 6 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 National Foods FZCO (KAR:NATF), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.26 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 National Foods FZCO (KAR:NATF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, National Foods FZCO stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₨408.05 is trading 56.5% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₨260.73. GuruFocus considers National Foods FZCO to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for KAR:NATF:

Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.26 (41% below median its 10-year median of 0.44)
GF Value™: ₨260.73 vs. price of ₨408.05 (56.5% above fair value)
GF Score™: 95/100 with 6 warning signs
Industry Position: 40.9% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#840 of 997)

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

National Foods FZCO Business Description

Industry Consumer Defensive Consumer Packaged Goods

Comparable Companies KAR:FCEPL KAR:FFL KAR:BBFL KAR:UPFL KAR:UNITY KAR:TOMCL KAR:PREMA KAR:NESTLE XSWX:NESN XPAR:BN BOG:NUTRESA TSE:2802 NSE:NESTLEIND SHSE:603288 KHC SHSE:600887 GIS SZSE:300999 LSE:ABF SGX:F34

Address 12/CL-6, Claremont Road, Civil Lines, Karachi, SD, PAK, 75530

Website https://www.nfoods.com

National Foods FZCO, formerly known as National Foods Ltd, is a Pakistan-based multi-category food company. It is principally engaged in the manufacturing and sale of convenience food products. The company's operating segment includes Food and food-related products and Retail. It generates maximum revenue from the Food and food-related products segment. Geographically, it derives the majority of revenue from Pakistan and also has a presence in KSA/Canada, the Middle East. The products of the company include desserts, jams, pickles, frozen meals, ketchup, recipe masala, rice, basic spices, and snacks.

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