Sika AG (LTS:0Z4C) Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.08 (As of Jun. 2026) — 163% Above Median

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LTS:0Z4C Sika AG LTS:0Z4C
89 GF Score
Price CHF178.90
GF Value CHF216.46
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Sika AG Dividend Payout Ratio?

Sika AG LTS:0Z4C +0.17% 89 Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.08 as of Jun. 2026, which is 163% above its 10-year median of 0.41. GuruFocus rates LTS:0Z4C with a GF Score™ of 89/100 and a GF Value™ of CHF216.46 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 8 warning signs investors should review. Among 910 Chemicals companies, Sika AG ranks worse than 72.64% 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. Sika AG's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Jun. 2026 was 1.08.

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

LTS:0Z4C' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.35   Med: 0.41   Max: 0.57
Current: 0.57

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Sika AG was 0.57. The lowest was 0.35. And the median was 0.41.

LTS:0Z4C's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
72.64% of 910 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 0.36 vs LTS:0Z4C: 0.57

As of today (2026-07-31), the Dividend Yield % of Sika AG is 2.07%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Sika AG was 2.84%. The lowest was 0.61%. And the median was 1.21%.

Sika AG's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Jun. 2026 was CHF3.70.

During the past 12 months, Sika AG's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 2.80% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 7.50% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 9.50% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 11.90% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Sika AG was 44.20% per year. The lowest was -18.90% per year. And the median was 11.95% 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.

Sika AG (LTS:0Z4C) 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.

Sika AG Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Sika AG Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sika AG'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.

Sika AG Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Sika AG Annual Data
Trend Dec16 Dec17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.38 0.40 0.48 0.43 0.54

Sika AG Semi-Annual Data
Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25 Jun26
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 0.92 0.00 1.04 0.00 1.08

LTS:0Z4C vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, Sika AG'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.

Sika AG Dividend Payout Ratio vs Chemicals Industry

For the Chemicals industry and Basic Materials sector, Sika AG's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Sika AG 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.

Sika AG's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Dec. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Dec. 2025 )
=3.6/ 6.643
=0.54

Sika AG's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Jun. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=3.7/ 3.43
=1.08

* 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 1.08 mean?
Sika AG (LTS:0Z4C) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.08 as of Jun. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Sika AG and its competitors. This is 163% above median its historical median of 0.41. Over the past decade, Sika AG's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.35 to 0.57. According to the industry distribution chart, Sika AG ranks #661 out of 910 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 72.6%.
Is Sika AG's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Sika AG's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.08 is 163% above median its 10-year median of 0.41. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.35 to a high of 0.57. The Chemicals industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.36. Sika AG's value of 1.08 is 200% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sika AG ranks #661 out of 910 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Sika AG has a GF Score™ of 89/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sika AG's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, Sika AG ranks #661 out of 910 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Sika AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.36. Sika AG's value of 1.08 is 200% above this benchmark. Historically, Sika AG's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.35 to 0.57 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.41 vs. the industry median of 0.36, Sika AG 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 Chemicals company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Chemicals companies is 0.36, based on 910 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. Sika AG's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.08 is 200% 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 Sika AG and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.36 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sika AG's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.08, which is 163% above median its own 10-year median of 0.41. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sika AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sika AG (LTS:0Z4C) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF216.46, compared to a current price of CHF178.90 — trading 17.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.08, which is 163% above median its 10-year median of 0.41 and 200% above the Chemicals industry median of 0.36. Sika AG's overall GF Score™ is 89/100 with 8 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 Sika AG (LTS:0Z4C), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.08 as of Jun. 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 Sika AG (LTS:0Z4C) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sika AG stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of CHF178.90 is trading 17.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF216.46. GuruFocus considers Sika AG to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for LTS:0Z4C:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.08 (163% above median its 10-year median of 0.41)
  • GF Value™: CHF216.46 vs. price of CHF178.90 (17.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 89/100 with 8 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 200% above the Chemicals median (#661 of 910)

No single metric tells the full story. See the LTS:0Z4C stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Sika AG Business Description

Address Zugerstrasse 50, Baar, CHE, 6340
Established in 1910, Sika produces specialty chemicals primarily used by the construction sector (85% of sales). Its products are mainly used for bonding, sealing, reinforcing, and protecting in the construction and automotive industries. Approximately 70% of its products have a positive impact on sustainability for customers. Sika has a global manufacturing footprint of more than 400 factories spread across over 100 countries.
89GF Score

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