Tyson Foods (MEX:TSN) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.70 (As of Mar. 2026) — 180% Above Median

What is Tyson Foods Dividend Payout Ratio?

Tyson Foods MEX:TSN 71 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70 as of Mar. 2026, which is 180% above its 10-year median of 0.25. GuruFocus rates MEX:TSN with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of MXN1,035.47 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 998 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Tyson Foods ranks worse than 59.12% 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. Tyson Foods's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.70.

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

MEX:TSN' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.13 Med: 0.25 Max: 7.93
Current: 0.54

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Tyson Foods was 7.93. The lowest was 0.13. And the median was 0.25.

MEX:TSN's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
59.12% of 998 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 0.435 vs MEX:TSN: 0.54

As of today (2026-06-29), the Dividend Yield % of Tyson Foods is 3.58%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Tyson Foods was 4.21%. The lowest was 0.72%. And the median was 2.34%.

Tyson Foods's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was MXN9.20.

During the past 12 months, Tyson Foods's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 2.00% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 2.80% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 3.50% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 16.20% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Tyson Foods was 44.20% per year. The lowest was 0.00% per year. And the median was 16.50% per year.

The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.

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Tyson Foods (MEX:TSN) 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.

Tyson Foods Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Tyson Foods Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Tyson Foods's Dividend Payout Ratio can be seen below:

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Tyson Foods Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

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7.94

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0.49

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MEX:TSN vs BG, ADM, CALM: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Farm Products subindustry, Tyson Foods'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.

Tyson Foods Dividend Payout Ratio vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, Tyson Foods's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Tyson Foods's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.

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Tyson Foods Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation

Tyson Foods's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Sep. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio	=	Dividends per Share (A: Sep. 2025 )	/	EPS without NRI (A: Sep. 2025 )
	=	36.688	/	75.578
	=	0.49

Tyson Foods'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 )
	=	9.197	/	13.164
	=	0.70

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What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.70 mean?

Tyson Foods (MEX:TSN) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.70 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Tyson Foods and its competitors. This is 180% above median its historical median of 0.25. Over the past decade, Tyson Foods' Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.13 to 7.93. According to the industry distribution chart, Tyson Foods ranks #590 out of 998 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 59.1%.

Is Tyson Foods' Dividend Payout Ratio too high?

Tyson Foods' current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.70 is 180% above median its 10-year median of 0.25. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.13 to a high of 7.93. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. Tyson Foods' value of 0.70 is 60.9% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Tyson Foods ranks #590 out of 998 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Tyson Foods has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.

How does Tyson Foods' Dividend Payout Ratio compare to BG and ADM?

According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Tyson Foods ranks #590 out of 998 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Tyson Foods in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. Tyson Foods' value of 0.70 is 60.9% above this benchmark. Historically, Tyson Foods' own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.13 to 7.93 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.25 vs. the industry median of 0.44, Tyson Foods 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?

The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 0.44, based on 998 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. Tyson Foods's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.70 is 60.9% 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 Tyson Foods and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods 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. Tyson Foods's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70, which is 180% above median its own 10-year median of 0.25. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.

Is Tyson Foods stock overvalued right now?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tyson Foods (MEX:TSN) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is MXN1,035.47, compared to a current price of MXN1,012.30 — trading 2.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70, which is 180% above median its 10-year median of 0.25 and 60.9% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 0.44. Tyson Foods' overall GF Score™ is 71/100 with 3 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 Tyson Foods (MEX:TSN), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.70 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 Tyson Foods (MEX:TSN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Tyson Foods stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of MXN1,012.30 is trading 2.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of MXN1,035.47. GuruFocus considers Tyson Foods to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for MEX:TSN:

Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.70 (180% above median its 10-year median of 0.25)
GF Value™: MXN1,035.47 vs. price of MXN1,012.30 (2.2% below fair value)
GF Score™: 71/100 with 3 warning signs
Industry Position: 60.9% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#590 of 998)

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

Tyson Foods Business Description

Industry Consumer Defensive Consumer Packaged Goods

Comparable Companies BG ADM CALM FDP AGRO DOLE VITL ALCO AFRI LMNR SZSE:002714 SZSE:300498 OSL:MOWI OSL:SALM XKLS:2089 XPAR:LOUP SZSE:300972 BKK:CPF SZSE:000876 SZSE:002157

Other Exchanges TSN:USA 1TSN:Italy 0LHR:UK TF7A:Germany TSNF34:Brazil

Address 2200 West Don Tyson Parkway, Springdale, AR, USA, 72762-6999

Website https://www.tysonfoods.com

Tyson Foods is a protein-focused food producer, selling raw chicken, beef, pork, and prepared foods. Chicken and beef are its two largest segments, composing about 40% and 30% of sales, respectively. Prepared foods constituted 18% of fiscal 2025 sales and include brands like Tyson, Jimmy Dean, Hillshire Farm, Ball Park, and Sara Lee. However, most of these are in product categories rife with competition where Tyson does not have a massive market share lead. Tyson sells some products overseas, but the international segment accounts for just 4% of total revenue. The company is an active acquirer, with more recent years' purchases focused on international and food-service markets.

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