PSTNY (PostNL NV) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.26 (As of Dec. 2025) — 69% Below Median

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PSTNY PostNL NV PSTNY
65 GF Score
Price $0.89
GF Value $1.44
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 3 Warning Signs
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What is PostNL NV Dividend Payout Ratio?

PostNL NV PSTNY 65 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.26 as of Dec. 2025, which is 69% below its 10-year median of 0.85. GuruFocus rates PSTNY with a GF Score™ of 65/100 and a GF Value™ of $1.44 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 568 Transportation companies, PostNL NV ranks better than 56.51% 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. PostNL NV's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 0.26.

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

PSTNY' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.38   Med: 0.85   Max: 1.88
Current: 0.38

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of PostNL NV was 1.88. The lowest was 0.38. And the median was 0.85.

PSTNY's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
56.51% of 568 companies
in the Transportation industry
Industry Median: 0.43 vs PSTNY: 0.38

As of today (2026-09-15), the Dividend Yield % of PostNL NV is 5.28%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of PostNL NV was 32.55%. The lowest was 3.22%. And the median was 9.17%.

PostNL NV's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.03.

During the past 12 months, PostNL NV's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -42.90% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -55.70% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of PostNL NV was 52.90% per year. The lowest was -55.70% per year. And the median was 0.20% 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.

PostNL NV (OTCPK:PSTNY) 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.

PostNL NV Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

PostNL NV Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for PostNL NV'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.

PostNL NV Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

PostNL NV 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 0.68 0.00 0.48 1.41 0.90

PostNL NV Quarterly 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 0.20 0.98 0.29 0.00 0.26

PSTNY vs UPS, FDX, EXPD: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Integrated Freight & Logistics subindustry, PostNL NV'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.

PostNL NV Dividend Payout Ratio vs Transportation Industry

For the Transportation industry and Industrials sector, PostNL NV's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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PostNL NV 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.

PostNL NV'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 )
=0.02773/ 0.030756491813056
=0.90

PostNL NV'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 )
=0.02773/ 0.10525440970274
=0.26

* 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 0.26 mean?
PostNL NV (PSTNY) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.26 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on PostNL NV and its competitors. This is 69% below median its historical median of 0.85. Over the past decade, PostNL NV's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.38 to 1.88. According to the industry distribution chart, PostNL NV ranks #247 out of 568 companies in the Transportation industry, placing it in the top 43.5%.
Is PostNL NV's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
PostNL NV's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.26 is 69% below median its 10-year median of 0.85. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.38 to a high of 1.88. The Transportation industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.43. PostNL NV's value of 0.26 is 39.5% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, PostNL NV ranks #247 out of 568 companies in the Transportation industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, PostNL NV has a GF Score™ of 65/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does PostNL NV's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to UPS and FDX?
According to the Transportation industry distribution chart, PostNL NV ranks #247 out of 568 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts PostNL NV in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.43. PostNL NV's value of 0.26 is 39.5% below this benchmark. Historically, PostNL NV's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.38 to 1.88 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.85 vs. the industry median of 0.43, PostNL NV 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 Transportation company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Transportation companies is 0.43, based on 568 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. PostNL NV's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.26 is 39.5% 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 PostNL NV and its competitors. For the Transportation industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.43 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. PostNL NV's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.26, which is 69% below median its own 10-year median of 0.85. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is PostNL NV stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PostNL NV (PSTNY) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is $1.44, compared to a current price of $0.89 — trading 38.4% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.26, which is 69% below median its 10-year median of 0.85 and 39.5% below the Transportation industry median of 0.43. PostNL NV's overall GF Score™ is 65/100 with 3 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 PostNL NV (PSTNY), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.26 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 PostNL NV (PSTNY) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, PostNL NV stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $0.89 is trading 38.4% below its estimated GF Value™ of $1.44. GuruFocus considers PostNL NV to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for PSTNY:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.26 (69% below median its 10-year median of 0.85)
  • GF Value™: $1.44 vs. price of $0.89 (38.4% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 65/100 with 3 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 39.5% below the Transportation median (#247 of 568)

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

PostNL NV Business Description

Address Waldorpstraat 3, The Hague, NLD, 2521 CA
PostNL NV provides businesses and consumers in the Benelux with an extensive range of services for their mail and parcel needs. Through its international sales network, Spring connects local businesses with consumers globally. PostNL's services include collecting, sorting, transporting, and delivering letters and parcels for its customers within specified timeframes. The company also provides services in the area of data management, direct marketing, and fulfilment. It reports two operating segments: Parcels and Mail in the Netherlands, and one other segment: PostNL Other. The majority of its revenue is generated from the Parcels segment. Geographically, the company earns maximum revenue from the Netherlands, with the remainder coming from the rest of Europe and other markets.
65GF Score

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