JB Foods (SGX:BEW) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.03 (As of Mar. 2026) — 88% Below Median

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What is JB Foods Dividend Payout Ratio?

JB Foods SGX:BEW 81 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.03 as of Mar. 2026, which is 88% below its 10-year median of 0.24. GuruFocus rates SGX:BEW with a GF Score™ of 81/100 and a GF Value™ of S$1.04 (Significantly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 995 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, JB Foods ranks better than 95.48% 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. JB Foods's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.03.

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

SGX:BEW' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.06 Med: 0.24 Max: 2.25
Current: 0.07

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of JB Foods was 2.25. The lowest was 0.06. And the median was 0.24.

SGX:BEW's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
95.48% of 995 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 0.44 vs SGX:BEW: 0.07

As of today (2026-07-23), the Dividend Yield % of JB Foods is 3.08%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of JB Foods was 7.81%. The lowest was 0.55%. And the median was 3.63%.

JB Foods's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was S$0.00.

During the past 12 months, JB Foods's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 22.20% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 9.00% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -6.30% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of JB Foods was 76.50% per year. The lowest was -20.60% per year. And the median was -6.50% 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.

JB Foods (SGX:BEW) 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.

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JB Foods Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for JB Foods's Dividend Payout Ratio can be seen below:

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* 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.

JB Foods Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

JB Foods Annual Data

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JB Foods Semi-Annual Data
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SGX:BEW vs MDLZ, HSY, TR: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Confectioners subindustry, JB Foods'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.

JB Foods Dividend Payout Ratio vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, JB Foods's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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

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JB Foods Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation

JB Foods'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 )
	=	0.022	/	0.301
	=	0.07

JB Foods'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 )
	=	0.002	/	0.077
	=	0.03

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What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.03 mean?

JB Foods (SGX:BEW) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.03 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on JB Foods and its competitors. This is 88% below median its historical median of 0.24. Over the past decade, JB Foods' Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.06 to 2.25. According to the industry distribution chart, JB Foods ranks #45 out of 995 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 4.5%.

Is JB Foods' Dividend Payout Ratio too high?

JB Foods' current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.03 is 88% below median its 10-year median of 0.24. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.06 to a high of 2.25. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. JB Foods' value of 0.03 is 93.2% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, JB Foods ranks #45 out of 995 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, JB Foods has a GF Score™ of 81/100 and is considered Significantly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.

How does JB Foods' Dividend Payout Ratio compare to MDLZ and HSY?

According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, JB Foods ranks #45 out of 995 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places JB Foods in the top 5% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44. JB Foods' value of 0.03 is 93.2% below this benchmark. Historically, JB Foods' own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.06 to 2.25 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.24 vs. the industry median of 0.44, JB Foods 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?

The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 0.44, based on 995 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. JB Foods's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.03 is 93.2% 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 JB Foods and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.44 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. JB Foods's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.03, which is 88% below median its own 10-year median of 0.24. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.

Is JB Foods stock overvalued right now?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, JB Foods (SGX:BEW) is currently considered Significantly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is S$1.04, compared to a current price of S$0.73 — trading 29.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.03, which is 88% below median its 10-year median of 0.24 and 93.2% below the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 0.44. JB Foods' overall GF Score™ is 81/100 with 6 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 JB Foods (SGX:BEW), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.03 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 JB Foods (SGX:BEW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, JB Foods stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of S$0.73 is trading 29.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of S$1.04. GuruFocus considers JB Foods to be Significantly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for SGX:BEW:

Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.03 (88% below median its 10-year median of 0.24)
GF Value™: S$1.04 vs. price of S$0.73 (29.8% below fair value)
GF Score™: 81/100 with 6 warning signs
Industry Position: 93.2% below the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#45 of 995)

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

JB Foods Business Description

Industry Consumer Defensive Consumer Packaged Goods

Comparable Companies SGX:P34 MDLZ HSY XSWX:LISN XSWX:BARN XKRX:271560 TR SZSE:000833 TSE:2222 CAS:CSR OSTO:CLA B TSE:2201 BOM:500038 XKRX:004990 BOM:532356 XKRX:001800 IST:ULKER STC:SBT XKLS:5102 XZIM:SACL.ZW

Address Lot CP1, Jalan Tanjung A/6, Pelabuhan Tanjung Pelepas, Gelang Patah, JHR, MYS, 81560

Website https://www.jbcocoa.com

JB Foods Ltd produces cocoa products. The company's products include cocoa powder, cocoa mass, and cocoa butter. The group's products are sold under the 'JB COCOA' brand name to the international customer base, ranging from international trade houses to end users such as food and beverage and confectionery manufacturers. The Group's key customers include Nestle Group, Mondelez Group, Mars Group, Hershey's Group, Itochu Corporation, Theobroma B.V., General Cocoa Company Inc., Olam Europe Limited, etc. The group operates in only one business segment, which is the production and sale of cocoa ingredients products. Geographically, the company derives the majority of its revenue from Singapore.

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