NextNXGPF 85 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.20 as of Jan. 2026, which is 44% below its 10-year median of 0.36. GuruFocus rates NXGPF with a GF Score™ of 85/100 and a GF Value™ of $166.27 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 512 Retail - Cyclical companies, Next ranks better than 62.89% 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. Next's Dividend Payout Ratio for the
months ended in Jan. 2026 was 0.20.
The historical rank and industry rank for Next's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:
NXGPF'
s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.33 Med: 0.36 Max: 0.38
Current: 0.33
During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Next was 0.38. The lowest was 0.33. And the median was 0.36.
NXGPF's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than 62.89% of 512
companies
in the Retail - Cyclical industry
Industry Median: 0.41
vs NXGPF: 0.33
During the past 12 months, Next's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 13.40% per year.
During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 8.30% per year.
During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Next was 54.90% per year. The lowest was 1.50% per year. And the median was 13.05% per year.
The growth rate is calculated with least square regression.
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* Please note that "special dividend" is not included in the calculation of dividend per share and related fields.
Next (OTCPK:NXGPF) 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.
Next Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms
Next Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data
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The historical data trend for Next'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.
NXGPF vs TJX, ROST, BURL: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison
For the Apparel Retail subindustry, Next'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.
Next Dividend Payout Ratio vs Retail - Cyclical Industry
For the Retail - Cyclical industry and Consumer Cyclical sector, Next's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where Next's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.
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.
Next's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Jan. 2026 is calculated as
* 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.
Next (NXGPF) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.20 as of Jan. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Next and its competitors. This is 44% below median its historical median of 0.36. Over the past decade, Next's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.33 to 0.38. According to the industry distribution chart, Next ranks #190 out of 512 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, placing it in the top 37.1%.
Is Next's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Next's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.20 is 44% below median its 10-year median of 0.36. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.33 to a high of 0.38. The Retail - Cyclical industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41. Next's value of 0.20 is 51.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Next ranks #190 out of 512 companies in the Retail - Cyclical industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Next has a GF Score™ of 85/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Next's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to TJX and ROST?
According to the Retail - Cyclical industry distribution chart, Next ranks #190 out of 512 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts Next in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41. Next's value of 0.20 is 51.2% below this benchmark. Historically, Next's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.33 to 0.38 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.36 vs. the industry median of 0.41, Next has consistently been below 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 Retail - Cyclical company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Retail - Cyclical companies is 0.41, based on 512 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. Next's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.20 is 51.2% below 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 Next and its competitors. For the Retail - Cyclical industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Next's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.20, which is 44% below median its own 10-year median of 0.36. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Next stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Next (NXGPF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $166.27, compared to a current price of $197.60 — trading 18.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.20, which is 44% below median its 10-year median of 0.36 and 51.2% below the Retail - Cyclical industry median of 0.41. Next's overall GF Score™ is 85/100 with 2 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 Next (NXGPF), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.20 as of Jan. 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 Next (NXGPF) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Next stock appears to be overvalued.
The current stock price of $197.60 is trading 18.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $166.27.
GuruFocus considers Next to be Modestly Overvalued.
Key valuation signals for NXGPF:
Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.20 (44% below median its 10-year median of 0.36)
GF Value™: $166.27 vs. price of $197.60 (18.8% above fair value)
Industry Position: 51.2% below the Retail - Cyclical median (#190 of 512)
No single metric tells the full story. See the NXGPF stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
Next PLC operates as a retailer, specializing in the sale of clothing, footwear, accessories, and home products. A portion of the company's product offerings comprises items bearing the Next brand. Additionally, the majority of the company's remaining sales occur through retail stores located outside the United Kingdom, which it franchises. The company's segments encompass NEXT Online, NEXT Finance, NEXT Retail, and Other Business Activities. A substantial portion of the company's revenue is derived from customers within the United Kingdom; however, its presence extends to regions such as the Rest of Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and the Rest of the World.
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