3S Silicon Tech (ROCO:5297) Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.37 (As of Dec. 2025) — 14% Below Median

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ROCO:5297 3S Silicon Tech Inc ROCO:5297
68 GF Score
Price NT$69.50
GF Value NT$26.90
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is 3S Silicon Tech Dividend Payout Ratio?

3S Silicon Tech ROCO:5297 -0.71% 68 Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.37 as of Dec. 2025, which is 14% below its 10-year median of 1.59. GuruFocus rates ROCO:5297 with a GF Score™ of 68/100 and a GF Value™ of NT$26.90 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 454 Semiconductors companies, 3S Silicon Tech ranks worse than 96.26% 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. 3S Silicon Tech's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 1.37.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of 3S Silicon Tech Inc is 2.43, which seems too high.

The historical rank and industry rank for 3S Silicon Tech's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

ROCO:5297' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.25   Med: 1.59   Max: 6.27
Current: 2.43

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of 3S Silicon Tech was 6.27. The lowest was 0.25. And the median was 1.59.

ROCO:5297's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
96.26% of 454 companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 0.385 vs ROCO:5297: 2.43

As of today (2026-07-26), the Dividend Yield % of 3S Silicon Tech is 1.29%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of 3S Silicon Tech was 10.56%. The lowest was 0.45%. And the median was 2.18%.

3S Silicon Tech's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was NT$0.90.

During the past 12 months, 3S Silicon Tech's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 50.00% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of 3S Silicon Tech was 34.20% per year. The lowest was -14.50% per year. And the median was 6.35% 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.

3S Silicon Tech (ROCO:5297) 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.

3S Silicon Tech Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

3S Silicon Tech Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for 3S Silicon Tech'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.

3S Silicon Tech Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

3S Silicon Tech 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 0.00 0.00 0.54 0.52 2.44

3S Silicon Tech Semi-Annual 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 0.72 0.00 1.05 0.00 1.37

ROCO:5297 vs NVDA, AVGO, MU: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Semiconductors subindustry, 3S Silicon Tech'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.

3S Silicon Tech Dividend Payout Ratio vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, 3S Silicon Tech's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where 3S Silicon Tech's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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3S Silicon Tech 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.

3S Silicon Tech'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 )
=0.9/ 0.369
=2.44

3S Silicon Tech'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 )
=0.9/ 0.657
=1.37

* 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 1.37 mean?
3S Silicon Tech (ROCO:5297) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.37 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on 3S Silicon Tech and its competitors. This is 14% below median its historical median of 1.59. Over the past decade, 3S Silicon Tech's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.25 to 6.27. According to the industry distribution chart, 3S Silicon Tech ranks #437 out of 454 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 96.3%.
Is 3S Silicon Tech's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
3S Silicon Tech's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.37 is 14% below median its 10-year median of 1.59. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.25 to a high of 6.27. The Semiconductors industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.39. 3S Silicon Tech's value of 1.37 is 255.8% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, 3S Silicon Tech ranks #437 out of 454 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, 3S Silicon Tech has a GF Score™ of 68/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does 3S Silicon Tech's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to NVDA and AVGO?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, 3S Silicon Tech ranks #437 out of 454 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places 3S Silicon Tech in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.39. 3S Silicon Tech's value of 1.37 is 255.8% above this benchmark. Historically, 3S Silicon Tech's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.25 to 6.27 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 1.59 vs. the industry median of 0.39, 3S Silicon Tech 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 Semiconductors company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Semiconductors companies is 0.39, based on 454 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. 3S Silicon Tech's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.37 is 255.8% 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 3S Silicon Tech and its competitors. For the Semiconductors 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. 3S Silicon Tech's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.37, which is 14% below median its own 10-year median of 1.59. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is 3S Silicon Tech stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, 3S Silicon Tech (ROCO:5297) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is NT$26.90, compared to a current price of NT$69.50 — trading 158.4% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.37, which is 14% below median its 10-year median of 1.59 and 255.8% above the Semiconductors industry median of 0.39. 3S Silicon Tech's overall GF Score™ is 68/100 with 5 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 3S Silicon Tech (ROCO:5297), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.37 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 3S Silicon Tech (ROCO:5297) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, 3S Silicon Tech stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of NT$69.50 is trading 158.4% above its estimated GF Value™ of NT$26.90. GuruFocus considers 3S Silicon Tech to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for ROCO:5297:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.37 (14% below median its 10-year median of 1.59)
  • GF Value™: NT$26.90 vs. price of NT$69.50 (158.4% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 68/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 255.8% above the Semiconductors median (#437 of 454)

No single metric tells the full story. See the ROCO:5297 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

3S Silicon Tech Business Description

Address No. 169-2, Section 1, Kangle Road, 3rd Floor, Xinfeng Township, Hsinchu, TWN, 304
3S Silicon Tech Inc. is a Taiwan-based company that offers die bonding for discrete power devices. Its products include clip-die bonders for power devices, snap ovens, customized equipment, and an open lab platform. 3S also provides intelligent automatic assembly machine systems, focusing on the packaging technology of discrete power semiconductors, supported by solutions and services. The company's systems include die-attach machines, stencil printers, copper strip die bonders, vacuum reflow ovens, and formic acid vacuum reflow ovens.
68GF Score

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