Ralph LaurenMEX:RL 29 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33 as of Mar. 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 0.33. GuruFocus rates MEX:RL with a GF Score™ of 29/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN3,709.09 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 415 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies, Ralph Lauren ranks better than 73.49% 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. Ralph Lauren's Dividend Payout Ratio for the
months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.33.
The historical rank and industry rank for Ralph Lauren's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
MEX:RL'
s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.22 Med: 0.33 Max: 0.42
Current: 0.22
During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Ralph Lauren was 0.42. The lowest was 0.22. And the median was 0.33.
MEX:RL's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than 73.49% of 415
companies
in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry
Industry Median: 0.44
vs MEX:RL: 0.22
During the past 12 months, Ralph Lauren's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 10.60% per year.
During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 6.80% per year.
During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Ralph Lauren was 74.70% per year. The lowest was 0.00% per year. And the median was 7.25% per year.
The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.
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Ralph Lauren (MEX:RL) 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.
Ralph Lauren Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms
Ralph Lauren Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Ralph Lauren'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.
MEX:RL vs LEVI, VFC, PVH: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison
For the Apparel Manufacturing subindustry, Ralph Lauren'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.
Ralph Lauren Dividend Payout Ratio vs Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories Industry
For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Ralph Lauren's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Ralph Lauren's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.
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.
Ralph Lauren's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as
* 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.
Ralph Lauren (MEX:RL) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.33 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Ralph Lauren and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 0.33. Over the past decade, Ralph Lauren's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.22 to 0.42. According to the industry distribution chart, Ralph Lauren ranks #110 out of 415 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, placing it in the top 26.5%.
Is Ralph Lauren's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Ralph Lauren's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.33 is near median its 10-year median of 0.33. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.22 to a high of 0.42. The Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. Ralph Lauren's value of 0.33 is 25% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Ralph Lauren ranks #110 out of 415 companies in the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Ralph Lauren has a GF Score™ of 29/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Ralph Lauren's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to LEVI and VFC?
According to the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry distribution chart, Ralph Lauren ranks #110 out of 415 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts Ralph Lauren in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. Ralph Lauren's value of 0.33 is 25% below this benchmark. Historically, Ralph Lauren's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.22 to 0.42 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.33 vs. the industry median of 0.44, Ralph Lauren 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 Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories companies is 0.44, based on 415 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. Ralph Lauren's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.33 is 25% 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 Ralph Lauren and its competitors. For the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories 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. Ralph Lauren's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33, which is near median its own 10-year median of 0.33. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Ralph Lauren stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ralph Lauren (MEX:RL) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN3,709.09, compared to a current price of MXN5,774.00 — trading 55.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33, which is near median its 10-year median of 0.33 and 25% below the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories industry median of 0.44. Ralph Lauren's overall GF Score™ is 29/100 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 Ralph Lauren (MEX:RL), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.33 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 Ralph Lauren (MEX:RL) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Ralph Lauren stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of MXN5,774.00 is trading 55.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of MXN3,709.09.
GuruFocus considers Ralph Lauren to be Significantly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for MEX:RL:
Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.33 (near median its 10-year median of 0.33)
GF Value™: MXN3,709.09 vs. price of MXN5,774.00 (55.7% above fair value)
Industry Position: 25% below the Manufacturing - Apparel & Accessories median (#110 of 415)
No single metric tells the full story. See the MEX:RL stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Founded by designer Ralph Lauren (current executive chairman and chief creative officer) in 1967 in New York City, Ralph Lauren Corp. designs, markets, and distributes lifestyle merchandise in North America (41% of fiscal 2026 sales), Europe (31%), and Asia (26%). Best known for its iconic polo shirts, its products also include other types of apparel, footwear, eyewear, jewelry, handbags, home goods, and fragrances. The company's brands include Ralph Lauren Collection, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Lauren Ralph Lauren. Distribution channels for Ralph Lauren include wholesale (department stores and specialty stores), retail (company-owned retail stores and e-commerce), and licensing.
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