MECGF (MEC Co) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.78 (As of Dec. 2025) — 160% Above Median

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MECGF MEC Co Ltd MECGF
77 GF Score
Price $47.16
GF Value $25.24
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
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What is MEC Co Dividend Payout Ratio?

MEC Co MECGF 77 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.78 as of Dec. 2025, which is 160% above its 10-year median of 0.30. GuruFocus rates MECGF with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of $25.24 (Significantly Overvalued). Among 916 Chemicals companies, MEC Co ranks better than 56.66% 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. MEC Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 0.78.

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

MECGF' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.23   Med: 0.3   Max: 0.44
Current: 0.31

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of MEC Co was 0.44. The lowest was 0.23. And the median was 0.30.

MECGF's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
56.66% of 916 companies
in the Chemicals industry
Industry Median: 0.35 vs MECGF: 0.31

As of today (2026-08-09), the Dividend Yield % of MEC Co is 1.68%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of MEC Co was 2.63%. The lowest was 0.66%. And the median was 1.38%.

MEC Co's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.46.

During the past 12 months, MEC Co's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 113.30% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 28.70% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 23.10% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 16.80% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of MEC Co was 35.70% per year. The lowest was -20.60% per year. And the median was 20.10% 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.

MEC Co (OTCPK:MECGF) 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.

MEC Co Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

MEC Co Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for MEC Co'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.

MEC Co Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

MEC Co Annual Data
Trend Mar16 Mar17 Dec18 Dec19 Dec20 Dec21 Dec22 Dec23 Dec24 Dec25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.23 0.28 0.44 0.37 0.38

MEC Co Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 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 0.00 0.41 0.00 0.78 0.00

MECGF vs LIN, SHW, ECL: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Specialty Chemicals subindustry, MEC Co'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.

MEC Co Dividend Payout Ratio vs Chemicals Industry

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

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


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MEC Co 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.

MEC Co'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 )
=0.616/ 1.634
=0.38

MEC Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Dec. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Dec. 2025 )
=0.455/ 0.583
=0.78

* 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 0.78 mean?
MEC Co (MECGF) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.78 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on MEC Co and its competitors. This is 160% above median its historical median of 0.30. Over the past decade, MEC Co's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.23 to 0.44. According to the industry distribution chart, MEC Co ranks #397 out of 916 companies in the Chemicals industry, placing it in the top 43.3%.
Is MEC Co's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
MEC Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.78 is 160% above median its 10-year median of 0.30. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.23 to a high of 0.44. The Chemicals industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.35. MEC Co's value of 0.78 is 122.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, MEC Co ranks #397 out of 916 companies in the Chemicals industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, MEC Co has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does MEC Co's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to LIN and SHW?
According to the Chemicals industry distribution chart, MEC Co ranks #397 out of 916 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts MEC Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.35. MEC Co's value of 0.78 is 122.9% above this benchmark. Historically, MEC Co's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.23 to 0.44 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.30 vs. the industry median of 0.35, MEC Co 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 0.35, based on 916 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. MEC Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.78 is 122.9% 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 MEC Co and its competitors. For the Chemicals industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.35 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. MEC Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.78, which is 160% above median its own 10-year median of 0.30. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is MEC Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MEC Co (MECGF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $25.24, compared to a current price of $47.16 — trading 86.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.78, which is 160% above median its 10-year median of 0.30 and 122.9% above the Chemicals industry median of 0.35. MEC Co's overall GF Score™ is 77/100. 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 MEC Co (MECGF), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.78 as of Dec. 2025. 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 MEC Co (MECGF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, MEC Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $47.16 is trading 86.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $25.24. GuruFocus considers MEC Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for MECGF:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.78 (160% above median its 10-year median of 0.30)
  • GF Value™: $25.24 vs. price of $47.16 (86.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100
  • Industry Position: 122.9% above the Chemicals median (#397 of 916)

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

MEC Co Business Description

Other Exchanges 4971:Japan
Address 3-4-1, Kuise Minamishimmachi, Hyogo Prefecture, Amagasaki, JPN, 660-0822
MEC Co Ltd is a Japan-based chemical manufacturer. The company manufacture and sale of chemicals for electronic circuit boards and electronic components, as well as the sale of machinery and materials for electronic circuit boards. Its products are used in automobile, smartphone, and computer. Its products used in Chemicals for electronic substrates and AMALPHA : Resin-to-metal bonding technology from MEC.
77GF Score

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