Zenith Bank (NSA:ZENITH) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.00 (As of Mar. 2026)


NSA:ZENITH Zenith Bank PLC NSA:ZENITH
84 GF Score
Price ₦114.95
GF Value ₦60.17
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Zenith Bank Dividend Payout Ratio?

Zenith Bank NSA:ZENITH -0.04% 84 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates NSA:ZENITH with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of ₦60.17 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 1,172 Banks companies, Zenith Bank ranks better than 76.62% 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. Zenith Bank's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.00.

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

NSA:ZENITH' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.13   Med: 0.39   Max: 0.45
Current: 0.21

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Zenith Bank was 0.45. The lowest was 0.13. And the median was 0.39.

NSA:ZENITH's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
76.62% of 1172 companies
in the Banks industry
Industry Median: 0.32 vs NSA:ZENITH: 0.21

As of today (2026-06-28), the Dividend Yield % of Zenith Bank is 8.70%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Zenith Bank was 23.63%. The lowest was 0.94%. And the median was 11.39%.

Zenith Bank's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₦0.00.

During the past 12 months, Zenith Bank's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 17.00% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 19.30% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 13.60% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 9.90% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Zenith Bank was 52.70% per year. The lowest was 3.00% per year. And the median was 11.50% 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.

Zenith Bank (NSA:ZENITH) 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.

Zenith Bank Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Zenith Bank Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Zenith Bank'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.

Zenith Bank Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Zenith Bank 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 0.39 0.43 0.16 0.13 0.21

Zenith Bank 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 0.00 0.72 0.23 0.00 0.00

Zenith Bank Dividend Payout Ratio Competitor Comparison

For the Banks - Regional subindustry, Zenith Bank'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.

Zenith Bank Dividend Payout Ratio vs Banks Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Zenith Bank's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Zenith Bank 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.

Zenith Bank'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 )
=5.25/ 25.649
=0.20

Zenith Bank'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/ 7.693
=0.00

* 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 0.00 mean?
Zenith Bank (NSA:ZENITH) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Zenith Bank and its competitors. Over the past decade, Zenith Bank's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.13 to 0.45. According to the industry distribution chart, Zenith Bank ranks #274 out of 1172 companies in the Banks industry, placing it in the top 23.4%.
Is Zenith Bank's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Zenith Bank's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.13 to a high of 0.45. Based on the distribution chart, Zenith Bank ranks #274 out of 1172 companies in the Banks industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Zenith Bank has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Zenith Bank's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to competitors?
According to the Banks industry distribution chart, Zenith Bank ranks #274 out of 1172 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Zenith Bank in the top 23% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.32. Historically, Zenith Bank's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.13 to 0.45 over the past decade. 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 1,172 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. 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 Zenith Bank 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. Zenith Bank's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Zenith Bank stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zenith Bank (NSA:ZENITH) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₦60.17, compared to a current price of ₦114.95 — trading 91% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. Zenith Bank's overall GF Score™ is 84/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Zenith Bank (NSA:ZENITH), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00 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 Zenith Bank (NSA:ZENITH) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Zenith Bank stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₦114.95 is trading 91% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₦60.17. GuruFocus considers Zenith Bank to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NSA:ZENITH:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.00
  • GF Value™: ₦60.17 vs. price of ₦114.95 (91% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 1 warning sign

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

Zenith Bank Business Description

Address Plot 84/87, Ajose Adeogun Street, Zenith Heights, Victoria Island, Lagos, NGA
Zenith Bank PLC is a Nigeria- based company. Its core business is the provision of banking and other financial services to corporate and individual customers. The bank provides services such as granting of loans and advances, corporate finance and money market activities. It also provides banking and pension custodial services to a diverse group of corporations, financial institutions, investment funds, governments and individuals; provision of investment advisory, financial planning services and investment product offerings; providing brokerage services, financing services and securities lending services to institutional clients, including mutual funds, pension funds and to high-net-worth individuals. Revenue generated by bank consists of interest income, fees and commission received.
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