CML Microsystems (LSE:CML) Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.85 (As of Mar. 2026) — 256% Above Median

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LSE:CML CML Microsystems PLC LSE:CML
62 GF Score
Price £3.15
GF Value £2.87
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is CML Microsystems Dividend Payout Ratio?

CML Microsystems LSE:CML 62 Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.85 as of Mar. 2026, which is 256% above its 10-year median of 0.52. GuruFocus rates LSE:CML with a GF Score™ of 62/100 and a GF Value™ of £2.87 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 456 Semiconductors companies, CML Microsystems ranks worse than 219298.03% 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. CML Microsystems's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 1.85.

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


During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of CML Microsystems was 0.99. The lowest was 0.31. And the median was 0.52.

LSE:CML's Dividend Payout Ratio is not ranked *
in the Semiconductors industry.
Industry Median: 0.37
* Ranked among companies with meaningful Dividend Payout Ratio only.

As of today (2026-08-14), the Dividend Yield % of CML Microsystems is 3.49%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of CML Microsystems was 5.31%. The lowest was 0.69%. And the median was 2.22%.

CML Microsystems's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was £0.05.

During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 3.20% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 26.40% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 4.10% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of CML Microsystems was 40.10% per year. The lowest was -24.80% per year. And the median was 6.00% 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.

CML Microsystems (LSE:CML) 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.

CML Microsystems Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

CML Microsystems Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for CML Microsystems'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.

CML Microsystems Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

CML Microsystems Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.60 0.48 0.85 0.00 0.00

CML Microsystems Semi-Annual Data
Sep16 Mar17 Sep17 Mar18 Sep18 Mar19 Sep19 Mar20 Sep20 Mar21 Sep21 Mar22 Sep22 Mar23 Sep23 Mar24 Sep24 Mar25 Sep25 Mar26
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 1.39 1.40 0.00 0.52 1.85

LSE:CML vs NVDA, AVGO, MU: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Semiconductors subindustry, CML Microsystems'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.

CML Microsystems Dividend Payout Ratio vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, CML Microsystems's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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CML Microsystems 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.

CML Microsystems'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 )
=0.11/ -0.035
=N/A

CML Microsystems'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 )
=0.05/ 0.027
=1.85

* 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 1.85 mean?
CML Microsystems (LSE:CML) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.85 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on CML Microsystems and its competitors. This is 256% above median its historical median of 0.52. Over the past decade, CML Microsystems' Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.31 to 0.99. According to the industry distribution chart, CML Microsystems ranks #999999 out of 456 companies in the Semiconductors industry.
Is CML Microsystems' Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
CML Microsystems' current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.85 is 256% above median its 10-year median of 0.52. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.31 to a high of 0.99. The Semiconductors industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.37. CML Microsystems' value of 1.85 is 400% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, CML Microsystems ranks #999999 out of 456 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, CML Microsystems has a GF Score™ of 62/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does CML Microsystems' Dividend Payout Ratio compare to NVDA and AVGO?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, CML Microsystems ranks #999999 out of 456 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places CML Microsystems in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.37. CML Microsystems' value of 1.85 is 400% above this benchmark. Historically, CML Microsystems' own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.31 to 0.99 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.52 vs. the industry median of 0.37, CML Microsystems 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 Semiconductors company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Semiconductors companies is 0.37, based on 456 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. CML Microsystems's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.85 is 400% 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 CML Microsystems and its competitors. For the Semiconductors 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. CML Microsystems's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.85, which is 256% above median its own 10-year median of 0.52. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is CML Microsystems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CML Microsystems (LSE:CML) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is £2.87, compared to a current price of £3.15 — trading 9.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.85, which is 256% above median its 10-year median of 0.52 and 400% above the Semiconductors industry median of 0.37. CML Microsystems' overall GF Score™ is 62/100 with 4 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 CML Microsystems (LSE:CML), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.85 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 CML Microsystems (LSE:CML) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, CML Microsystems stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of £3.15 is trading 9.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of £2.87. GuruFocus considers CML Microsystems to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for LSE:CML:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.85 (256% above median its 10-year median of 0.52)
  • GF Value™: £2.87 vs. price of £3.15 (9.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 62/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 400% above the Semiconductors median (#999999 of 456)

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

CML Microsystems Business Description

Other Exchanges 92M:Germany
Address Oval Park, Langford, Maldon, Essex, GBR, CM9 6WG
CML Microsystems PLC designs manufacture and markets a range of semiconductors for industrial and professional applications within the storage, wireless, and wireline communications market areas. It operates internationally with subsidiaries across the United Kingdom, Europe, the Americas, and the Far East. The company is focused only one reporting segment, the Semiconductor segment.
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