BAE Systems (MEX:BA1N) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.34 (As of Dec. 2025) — 31% Below Median


MEX:BA1N BAE Systems PLC MEX:BA1N
79 GF Score
Price MXN443.66
GF Value MXN408.41
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is BAE Systems Dividend Payout Ratio?

BAE Systems MEX:BA1N 79 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.34 as of Dec. 2025, which is 31% below its 10-year median of 0.49. GuruFocus rates MEX:BA1N with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN408.41 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 154 Aerospace & Defense companies, BAE Systems ranks worse than 71.43% 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. BAE Systems's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 0.34.

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

MEX:BA1N' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.45   Med: 0.49   Max: 0.53
Current: 0.46

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of BAE Systems was 0.53. The lowest was 0.45. And the median was 0.49.

MEX:BA1N's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
71.43% of 154 companies
in the Aerospace & Defense industry
Industry Median: 0.33 vs MEX:BA1N: 0.46

As of today (2026-06-24), the Dividend Yield % of BAE Systems is 1.93%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of BAE Systems was 5.69%. The lowest was 1.48%. And the median was 3.43%.

BAE Systems's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was MXN3.25.

During the past 12 months, BAE Systems's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 10.40% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 10.00% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 8.20% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 4.80% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of BAE Systems was 28.40% per year. The lowest was 1.90% per year. And the median was 7.35% 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.

BAE Systems (MEX:BA1N) 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.

BAE Systems Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

BAE Systems Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for BAE Systems'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.

BAE Systems Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

BAE Systems 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 0.51 0.47 0.45 0.46 0.46

BAE Systems Semi-Annual Data
Jun16 Dec16 Jun17 Dec17 Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 Jun24 Dec24 Jun25 Dec25
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 0.35 0.60 0.34 0.60 0.34

MEX:BA1N vs GE, RTX, BA: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Aerospace & Defense subindustry, BAE Systems'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.

BAE Systems Dividend Payout Ratio vs Aerospace & Defense Industry

For the Aerospace & Defense industry and Industrials sector, BAE Systems's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where BAE Systems's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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BAE Systems 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.

BAE Systems'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 )
=8.219/ 17.909
=0.46

BAE Systems'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 )
=3.254/ 9.618
=0.34

* 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 0.34 mean?
BAE Systems (MEX:BA1N) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.34 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on BAE Systems and its competitors. This is 31% below median its historical median of 0.49. Over the past decade, BAE Systems' Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.45 to 0.53. According to the industry distribution chart, BAE Systems ranks #110 out of 154 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, placing it in the top 71.4%.
Is BAE Systems' Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
BAE Systems' current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.34 is 31% below median its 10-year median of 0.49. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.45 to a high of 0.53. The Aerospace & Defense industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33. BAE Systems' value of 0.34 is 3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, BAE Systems ranks #110 out of 154 companies in the Aerospace & Defense industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, BAE Systems has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does BAE Systems' Dividend Payout Ratio compare to GE and RTX?
According to the Aerospace & Defense industry distribution chart, BAE Systems ranks #110 out of 154 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places BAE Systems in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33. BAE Systems' value of 0.34 is 3% above this benchmark. Historically, BAE Systems' own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.45 to 0.53 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.49 vs. the industry median of 0.33, BAE Systems 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 Aerospace & Defense company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Aerospace & Defense companies is 0.33, based on 154 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. BAE Systems's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.34 is 3% 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 BAE Systems and its competitors. For the Aerospace & Defense industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. BAE Systems's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.34, which is 31% below median its own 10-year median of 0.49. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is BAE Systems stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BAE Systems (MEX:BA1N) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN408.41, compared to a current price of MXN443.66 — trading 8.6% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.34, which is 31% below median its 10-year median of 0.49 and 3% above the Aerospace & Defense industry median of 0.33. BAE Systems' overall GF Score™ is 79/100 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 BAE Systems (MEX:BA1N), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.34 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 BAE Systems (MEX:BA1N) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, BAE Systems stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of MXN443.66 is trading 8.6% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN408.41. GuruFocus considers BAE Systems to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:BA1N:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.34 (31% below median its 10-year median of 0.49)
  • GF Value™: MXN408.41 vs. price of MXN443.66 (8.6% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 3% above the Aerospace & Defense median (#110 of 154)

No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:BA1N stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

BAE Systems Business Description

Address 6 Carlton Gardens, Stirling Square, London, GBR, SW1Y 5AD
BAE Systems is a British global defense, security, and aerospace company and the largest defense contractor in Europe; it is one of six prime contractors to the US Department of Defense. For reporting purposes, the company has five operating segments: electronics systems is the group's US- and UK-based electronic warfare systems; the cyber, security, and intelligence segment supplies intelligence and security solutions to the US government; platforms and services manufactures combat vehicles and munitions and performs ship repair services to the US Defense Department; the air segment includes BAE's share of US and European air programs as well as its businesses in Saudi Arabia and Australia, and the maritime segment comprises UK land- and marine-based activities.
79GF Score

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