MLYBY (Malayan Banking Bhd) Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.62 (As of Mar. 2026) — 110% Above Median


MLYBY Malayan Banking Bhd MLYBY
68 GF Score
Price $4.92
GF Value $6.09
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is Malayan Banking Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio?

Malayan Banking Bhd MLYBY -5.37% 68 Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.62 as of Mar. 2026, which is 110% above its 10-year median of 0.77. GuruFocus rates MLYBY with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of $6.09 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,168 Banks companies, Malayan Banking Bhd ranks worse than 91.35% 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. Malayan Banking Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 1.62.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of Malayan Banking Bhd is 0.73, which seems too high.

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

MLYBY' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.63   Med: 0.77   Max: 0.95
Current: 0.75

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Malayan Banking Bhd was 0.95. The lowest was 0.63. And the median was 0.77.

MLYBY's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
91.35% of 1168 companies
in the Banks industry
Industry Median: 0.32 vs MLYBY: 0.75

As of today (2026-06-27), the Dividend Yield % of Malayan Banking Bhd is 6.23%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Malayan Banking Bhd was 11.22%. The lowest was 4.16%. And the median was 6.30%.

Malayan Banking Bhd's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.17.

During the past 12 months, Malayan Banking Bhd's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 3.30% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 2.20% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 1.60% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 2.00% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Malayan Banking Bhd was 92.40% per year. The lowest was -30.60% per year. And the median was 3.10% 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.

Malayan Banking Bhd (OTCPK:MLYBY) 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.

Malayan Banking Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Malayan Banking Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Malayan Banking Bhd'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.

Malayan Banking Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Malayan Banking Bhd 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 0.94 0.85 0.76 0.71 0.71

Malayan Banking Bhd 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 1.49 0.00 1.39 0.00 1.62

Malayan Banking Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio Competitor Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, Malayan Banking Bhd'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.

Malayan Banking Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio vs Banks Industry

For the Banks industry and Financial Services sector, Malayan Banking Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Malayan Banking Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Malayan Banking Bhd 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.

Malayan Banking Bhd'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 )
=0.303/ 0.427
=0.71

Malayan Banking Bhd'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 )
=0.168/ 0.104
=1.62

* 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 1.62 mean?
Malayan Banking Bhd (MLYBY) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.62 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Malayan Banking Bhd and its competitors. This is 110% above median its historical median of 0.77. Over the past decade, Malayan Banking Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.63 to 0.95. According to the industry distribution chart, Malayan Banking Bhd ranks #1067 out of 1168 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 91.4%.
Is Malayan Banking Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Malayan Banking Bhd's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.62 is 110% above median its 10-year median of 0.77. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.63 to a high of 0.95. The Banks industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32. Malayan Banking Bhd's value of 1.62 is 406.3% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Malayan Banking Bhd ranks #1067 out of 1168 companies in the Banks industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Malayan Banking Bhd has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Malayan Banking Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to competitors?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Malayan Banking Bhd ranks #1067 out of 1168 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Malayan Banking Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32. Malayan Banking Bhd's value of 1.62 is 406.3% above this benchmark. Historically, Malayan Banking Bhd's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.63 to 0.95 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.77 vs. the industry median of 0.32, Malayan Banking Bhd 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 Banks company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Banks companies is 0.32, based on 1,168 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. Malayan Banking Bhd's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.62 is 406.3% 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 Malayan Banking Bhd and its competitors. For the Banks industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Malayan Banking Bhd's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.62, which is 110% above median its own 10-year median of 0.77. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Malayan Banking Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Malayan Banking Bhd (MLYBY) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $6.09, compared to a current price of $4.92 — trading 19.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.62, which is 110% above median its 10-year median of 0.77 and 406.3% above the Banks industry median of 0.32. Malayan Banking Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 9 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 Malayan Banking Bhd (MLYBY), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.62 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 Malayan Banking Bhd (MLYBY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Malayan Banking Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $4.92 is trading 19.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of $6.09. GuruFocus considers Malayan Banking Bhd to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for MLYBY:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.62 (110% above median its 10-year median of 0.77)
  • GF Value™: $6.09 vs. price of $4.92 (19.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 406.3% above the Banks median (#1067 of 1168)

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

Malayan Banking Bhd Business Description

Other Exchanges MLYNF:USA1155:Malaysia
Address 100, Jalan Tun Perak, 14th Floor, Menara Maybank, Kuala Lumpur, SGR, MYS, 50050
Malayan Banking Bhd is engaged in the businesses of banking and finance, Islamic banking, investment banking, including stockbroking, underwriting of general and life insurance, general and family takaful, trustee and nominee services, and asset management. The company's segment includes Group Community Financial Services, Group Corporate Banking and Global Markets; Group Investment Banking; Group Asset Management; Group Insurance and Takaful; Head Office and Others. It generates maximum revenue from the Group Community Financial Services segment. The Group has operations in Malaysia, Singapore, Indonesia, the Philippines, Brunei, People's Republic of China, Hong Kong SAR, Vietnam, the United Kingdom, the United States of America, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar, and Thailand.
68GF Score

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