KenGen Co (NAI:KEGN) Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.61 (As of Dec. 2025) — 283% Above Median

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NAI:KEGN KenGen Co PLC NAI:KEGN
76 GF Score
Price KES11.30
GF Value KES3.02
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is KenGen Co Dividend Payout Ratio?

KenGen Co NAI:KEGN +0.44% 76 Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.61 as of Dec. 2025, which is 283% above its 10-year median of 0.42. GuruFocus rates NAI:KEGN with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of KES3.02 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 378 Utilities - Regulated companies, KenGen Co ranks worse than 92.86% 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. KenGen Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 1.61.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of KenGen Co PLC is 1.40, which seems too high.

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

NAI:KEGN' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.11   Med: 0.42   Max: 3.72
Current: 1.4

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of KenGen Co was 3.72. The lowest was 0.11. And the median was 0.42.

NAI:KEGN's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
92.86% of 378 companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 0.55 vs NAI:KEGN: 1.40

As of today (2026-08-17), the Dividend Yield % of KenGen Co is 7.96%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of KenGen Co was 16.18%. The lowest was 4.39%. And the median was 8.75%.

KenGen Co's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was KES0.90.

During the past 12 months, KenGen Co's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 38.50% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 29.40% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of KenGen Co was 29.40% per year. The lowest was -18.30% per year. And the median was -7.20% 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.

KenGen Co (NAI:KEGN) 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.

KenGen Co Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

KenGen Co Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for KenGen 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.

KenGen Co Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

KenGen Co Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 3.72 0.28 0.26 0.11 0.76

KenGen Co 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 0.67 0.00 0.86 0.00 1.61

NAI:KEGN vs NEE, SO, DUK: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Utilities - Regulated Electric subindustry, KenGen 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.

KenGen Co Dividend Payout Ratio vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, KenGen Co's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


NAI:KEGN
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KenGen 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.

KenGen Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Jun. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Jun. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Jun. 2025 )
=0.65/ 0.859
=0.76

KenGen 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 )
=0.9/ 0.558
=1.61

* 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 1.61 mean?
KenGen Co (NAI:KEGN) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.61 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on KenGen Co and its competitors. This is 283% above median its historical median of 0.42. Over the past decade, KenGen Co's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.11 to 3.72. According to the industry distribution chart, KenGen Co ranks #351 out of 378 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 92.9%.
Is KenGen Co's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
KenGen Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.61 is 283% above median its 10-year median of 0.42. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.11 to a high of 3.72. The Utilities - Regulated industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.55. KenGen Co's value of 1.61 is 192.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, KenGen Co ranks #351 out of 378 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, KenGen Co has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does KenGen Co's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to NEE and SO?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, KenGen Co ranks #351 out of 378 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places KenGen Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.55. KenGen Co's value of 1.61 is 192.7% above this benchmark. Historically, KenGen Co's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.11 to 3.72 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.42 vs. the industry median of 0.55, KenGen 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 an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Utilities - Regulated companies is 0.55, based on 378 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. KenGen Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.61 is 192.7% 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 KenGen Co and its competitors. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.55 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. KenGen Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.61, which is 283% above median its own 10-year median of 0.42. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is KenGen Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KenGen Co (NAI:KEGN) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is KES3.02, compared to a current price of KES11.30 — trading 274.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.61, which is 283% above median its 10-year median of 0.42 and 192.7% above the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 0.55. KenGen Co's overall GF Score™ is 76/100 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 KenGen Co (NAI:KEGN), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.61 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 KenGen Co (NAI:KEGN) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, KenGen Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of KES11.30 is trading 274.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of KES3.02. GuruFocus considers KenGen Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NAI:KEGN:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.61 (283% above median its 10-year median of 0.42)
  • GF Value™: KES3.02 vs. price of KES11.30 (274.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 192.7% above the Utilities - Regulated median (#351 of 378)

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

KenGen Co Business Description

Address Kolobot Road, Kengen Pension Plaza 2, P.O. Box 47936, Nairobi, KEN, 00100
KenGen Co PLC is East Africa's electric power producer, mandated to develop, manage, and operate power plants to generate electricity, including geothermal energy and thermal energy. The Company's primary reportable segment is electricity generation, which is its sole product and revenue stream. In line with its revenue diversification strategy, it has undertaken drilling and consultancy services in Ethiopia, Djibouti, and Eswatini, with drilling operations in Ethiopia and Djibouti now concluded. All its plants are based in Kenya and operate within one geographical location.
76GF Score

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