SHTLF (South32) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.27 (As of Dec. 2025) — 37% Below Median


SHTLF South32 Ltd SHTLF
73 GF Score
Price $3.03
GF Value $2.64
Valuation Modestly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is South32 Dividend Payout Ratio?

South32 SHTLF -7.85% 73 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.27 as of Dec. 2025, which is 37% below its 10-year median of 0.43. GuruFocus rates SHTLF with a GF Score™ of 73/100 and a GF Value™ of $2.64 (Modestly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 301 Metals & Mining companies, South32 ranks worse than 85.71% 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. South32's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 0.27.

The historical rank and industry rank for South32's Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

SHTLF' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.16   Med: 0.43   Max: 3.3
Current: 0.69

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of South32 was 3.30. The lowest was 0.16. And the median was 0.43.

SHTLF's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
85.71% of 301 companies
in the Metals & Mining industry
Industry Median: 0.27 vs SHTLF: 0.69

As of today (2026-06-26), the Dividend Yield % of South32 is 2.15%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of South32 was 9.51%. The lowest was 0.58%. And the median was 2.82%.

South32's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was $0.03.

During the past 12 months, South32's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 62.50% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -17.20% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 15.40% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of South32 was 69.80% per year. The lowest was -39.50% per year. And the median was -0.45% 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.

South32 (OTCPK:SHTLF) 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.

South32 Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

South32 Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for South32'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.

South32 Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

South32 Annual Data
Trend Jun16 Jun17 Jun18 Jun19 Jun20 Jun21 Jun22 Jun23 Jun24 Jun25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.17 0.21 3.38 0.00 0.46

South32 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 2.67 0.00 0.39 0.00 0.27

South32 Dividend Payout Ratio Competitor Comparison

For the Other Industrial Metals & Mining subindustry, South32'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.

South32 Dividend Payout Ratio vs Metals & Mining Industry

For the Metals & Mining industry and Basic Materials sector, South32's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where South32's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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South32 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.

South32's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Jun. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Jun. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Jun. 2025 )
=0.065/ 0.14
=0.46

South32'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 )
=0.026/ 0.096
=0.27

* 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 0.27 mean?
South32 (SHTLF) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.27 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on South32 and its competitors. This is 37% below median its historical median of 0.43. Over the past decade, South32's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.16 to 3.30. According to the industry distribution chart, South32 ranks #258 out of 301 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, placing it in the top 85.7%.
Is South32's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
South32's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.27 is 37% below median its 10-year median of 0.43. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.16 to a high of 3.30. The Metals & Mining industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.27. South32's value of 0.27 is 0% at this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, South32 ranks #258 out of 301 companies in the Metals & Mining industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, South32 has a GF Score™ of 73/100 and is considered Modestly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does South32's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to competitors?
According to the Metals & Mining industry distribution chart, South32 ranks #258 out of 301 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places South32 in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.27. South32's value of 0.27 is 0% at this benchmark. Historically, South32's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.16 to 3.30 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.43 vs. the industry median of 0.27, South32 has consistently been at 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 Metals & Mining company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Metals & Mining companies is 0.27, based on 301 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. South32's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.27 is 0% at 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 South32 and its competitors. For the Metals & Mining industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.27 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. South32's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.27, which is 37% below median its own 10-year median of 0.43. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is South32 stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, South32 (SHTLF) is currently considered Modestly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $2.64, compared to a current price of $3.03 — trading 14.8% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.27, which is 37% below median its 10-year median of 0.43 and 0% at the Metals & Mining industry median of 0.27. South32's overall GF Score™ is 73/100 with 4 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 South32 (SHTLF), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.27 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 South32 (SHTLF) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, South32 stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $3.03 is trading 14.8% above its estimated GF Value™ of $2.64. GuruFocus considers South32 to be Modestly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for SHTLF:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.27 (37% below median its 10-year median of 0.43)
  • GF Value™: $2.64 vs. price of $3.03 (14.8% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 73/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 0% at the Metals & Mining median (#258 of 301)

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

South32 Business Description

Address 100 Street Georges Terrace, Level 2, Perth, WA, AUS, 6000
South32 was born of the demerger of noncore assets from BHP in 2015. Its major operations include alumina businesses in Australia and Brazil, aluminum in Brazil, South Africa, and Mozambique, and manganese businesses in Australia and South Africa. It sold New South Wales metallurgical coal in August 2024 and the Cerro Matoso nickel mine in Colombia in December 2025. It also owns the Cannington silver/lead/zinc mine in Queensland. Its Australian manganese operations deliver high returns, but have a relatively short reserve life. The company acquired Arizona Mining, which brings with it the high-grade and likely low-cost Taylor project in the US, and also entered the copper business in 2022 via the purchase of a 45% stake in the Sierra Gorda mine in Chile.
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