Universal Cables (NSE:UNIVCABLES) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.00 (As of Mar. 2026)

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NSE:UNIVCABLES Universal Cables Ltd NSE:UNIVCABLES
76 GF Score
Price ₹1,200.80
GF Value ₹841.57
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 7 Warning Signs
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What is Universal Cables Dividend Payout Ratio?

Universal Cables NSE:UNIVCABLES +2.92% 76 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates NSE:UNIVCABLES with a GF Score™ of 76/100 and a GF Value™ of ₹841.57 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 7 warning signs investors should review. Among 1,724 Industrial Products companies, Universal Cables ranks better than 93.16% 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. Universal Cables's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.00.

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

NSE:UNIVCABLES' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.04   Med: 0.08   Max: 0.12
Current: 0.09

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Universal Cables was 0.12. The lowest was 0.04. And the median was 0.08.

NSE:UNIVCABLES's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
93.16% of 1724 companies
in the Industrial Products industry
Industry Median: 0.37 vs NSE:UNIVCABLES: 0.09

As of today (2026-07-20), the Dividend Yield % of Universal Cables is 0.34%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Universal Cables was 2.44%. The lowest was 0.30%. And the median was 0.60%.

Universal Cables's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was ₹0.00.

During the past 12 months, Universal Cables's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 33.30% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 38.70% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 23.70% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Universal Cables was 44.20% per year. The lowest was -20.60% per year. And the median was -2.25% 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.

Universal Cables (NSE:UNIVCABLES) 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.

Universal Cables Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Universal Cables Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Universal Cables'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.

Universal Cables Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Universal Cables Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.05 0.04 0.10 0.12 0.09

Universal Cables 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 0.00 0.29 0.00 0.00

NSE:UNIVCABLES vs VRT, BE: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Electrical Equipment & Parts subindustry, Universal Cables'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.

Universal Cables Dividend Payout Ratio vs Industrial Products Industry

For the Industrial Products industry and Industrials sector, Universal Cables's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where Universal Cables's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Universal Cables 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.

Universal Cables's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Mar. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Mar. 2026 )
=4/ 47.215
=0.08

Universal Cables'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/ 15.94
=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?
Universal Cables (NSE:UNIVCABLES) 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 Universal Cables and its competitors. Over the past decade, Universal Cables' Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.04 to 0.12. According to the industry distribution chart, Universal Cables ranks #118 out of 1724 companies in the Industrial Products industry, placing it in the top 6.8%.
Is Universal Cables' Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Universal Cables' current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.04 to a high of 0.12. Based on the distribution chart, Universal Cables ranks #118 out of 1724 companies in the Industrial Products industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, Universal Cables has a GF Score™ of 76/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Universal Cables' Dividend Payout Ratio compare to VRT and BE?
According to the Industrial Products industry distribution chart, Universal Cables ranks #118 out of 1724 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Universal Cables in the top 7% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.37. Historically, Universal Cables' own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.04 to 0.12 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 an Industrial Products company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Industrial Products companies is 0.37, based on 1,724 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 Universal Cables and its competitors. For the Industrial Products industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.37 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Universal Cables'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 Universal Cables stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Cables (NSE:UNIVCABLES) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is ₹841.57, compared to a current price of ₹1,200.80 — trading 42.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. Universal Cables' overall GF Score™ is 76/100 with 7 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 Universal Cables (NSE:UNIVCABLES), 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 Universal Cables (NSE:UNIVCABLES) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Universal Cables stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of ₹1,200.80 is trading 42.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of ₹841.57. GuruFocus considers Universal Cables to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for NSE:UNIVCABLES:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.00
  • GF Value™: ₹841.57 vs. price of ₹1,200.80 (42.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 76/100 with 7 warning signs

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

Universal Cables Business Description

Other Exchanges 504212:India
Address P.O. Birla Vikas, Satna, MP, IND, 485005
Universal Cables Ltd is an Indian based firm. The company is mainly engaged in manufacturing, and sales of electrical and other cables, capacitors, conductors, and related products. Its product portfolio comprises of extra-high voltage, medium-low voltage power and control cables, and low-high tension capacitors. The company is organized into one segment that is Electrical and other Cables, Capacitors, Wires, and Conductors.
76GF Score

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Price
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