OBYCF (Obayashi) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.86 (As of Mar. 2026) — 153% Above Median


OBYCF Obayashi Corp OBYCF
71 GF Score
Price $18.17
GF Value $12.67
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 2 Warning Signs
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What is Obayashi Dividend Payout Ratio?

Obayashi OBYCF 71 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.86 as of Mar. 2026, which is 153% above its 10-year median of 0.34. GuruFocus rates OBYCF with a GF Score™ of 71/100 and a GF Value™ of $12.67 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 2 warning signs investors should review. Among 859 Construction companies, Obayashi ranks worse than 54.83% 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. Obayashi's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.86.

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

OBYCF' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.21   Med: 0.34   Max: 0.84
Current: 0.43

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Obayashi was 0.84. The lowest was 0.21. And the median was 0.34.

OBYCF's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
54.83% of 859 companies
in the Construction industry
Industry Median: 0.39 vs OBYCF: 0.43

As of today (2026-06-27), the Dividend Yield % of Obayashi is 3.07%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Obayashi was 5.24%. The lowest was 1.59%. And the median was 3.21%.

Obayashi's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.30.

During the past 12 months, Obayashi's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 8.60% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 28.00% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 27.20% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 15.30% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Obayashi was 51.80% per year. The lowest was -20.60% per year. And the median was 0.00% 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.

Obayashi (OTCPK:OBYCF) 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.

Obayashi Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Obayashi Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Obayashi'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.

Obayashi Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Obayashi 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 0.67 0.44 0.84 0.56 0.43

Obayashi 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 0.91 0.00 0.62 0.00 0.86

OBYCF vs PWR, FIX, EME: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Engineering & Construction subindustry, Obayashi'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.

Obayashi Dividend Payout Ratio vs Construction Industry

For the Construction industry and Industrials sector, Obayashi's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Obayashi 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.

Obayashi'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 )
=0.555/ 1.281
=0.43

Obayashi'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 )
=0.296/ 0.343
=0.86

* 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 0.86 mean?
Obayashi (OBYCF) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.86 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Obayashi and its competitors. This is 153% above median its historical median of 0.34. Over the past decade, Obayashi's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.21 to 0.84. According to the industry distribution chart, Obayashi ranks #471 out of 859 companies in the Construction industry, placing it in the top 54.8%.
Is Obayashi's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Obayashi's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.86 is 153% above median its 10-year median of 0.34. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.21 to a high of 0.84. The Construction industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.39. Obayashi's value of 0.86 is 120.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Obayashi ranks #471 out of 859 companies in the Construction industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Obayashi has a GF Score™ of 71/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Obayashi's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to PWR and FIX?
According to the Construction industry distribution chart, Obayashi ranks #471 out of 859 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Obayashi in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.39. Obayashi's value of 0.86 is 120.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Obayashi's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.21 to 0.84 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.34 vs. the industry median of 0.39, Obayashi 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 Construction company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Construction companies is 0.39, based on 859 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. Obayashi's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.86 is 120.5% 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 Obayashi and its competitors. For the Construction industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.39 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Obayashi's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.86, which is 153% above median its own 10-year median of 0.34. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Obayashi stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Obayashi (OBYCF) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $12.67, compared to a current price of $18.17 — trading 43.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.86, which is 153% above median its 10-year median of 0.34 and 120.5% above the Construction industry median of 0.39. Obayashi's overall GF Score™ is 71/100 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 Obayashi (OBYCF), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.86 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 Obayashi (OBYCF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Obayashi stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $18.17 is trading 43.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of $12.67. GuruFocus considers Obayashi to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for OBYCF:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.86 (153% above median its 10-year median of 0.34)
  • GF Value™: $12.67 vs. price of $18.17 (43.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 71/100 with 2 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 120.5% above the Construction median (#471 of 859)

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

Obayashi Business Description

Other Exchanges 1802:JapanOBA:Germany
Address 2-15-2 Konan, Minato-Ku, Tokyo, JPN, 108-8502
Obayashi Corp is a Japan-based company mainly engaged in construction and real estate business. The company operates through five segments. The Domestic Architecture segment undertakes construction work in Japan, while the Domestic Civil Engineering segment handles civil engineering projects within the country. The Overseas Architecture and Overseas Civil Engineering segments are involved in construction and civil engineering projects abroad. The Real Estate segment focuses on development activities, including real estate sales, leasing, and residential land development. The Others segment is engaged in PFI projects, renewable energy, rug business, and financial services. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Domestic Architecture segment.
71GF Score

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