STEW (SRH Total Return Fund,) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.17 (As of Nov. 2025) — 54% Below Median

What is SRH Total Return Fund, Dividend Payout Ratio?

SRH Total Return Fund, STEW -0.17% 57 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.17 as of Nov. 2025, which is 54% below its 10-year median of 0.37. GuruFocus rates STEW with a GF Score™ of 57/100 and a GF Value™ of $20.86 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 935 Asset Management companies, SRH Total Return Fund, ranks better than 72.19% 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. SRH Total Return Fund,'s Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Nov. 2025 was 0.17.

The historical rank and industry rank for SRH Total Return Fund,'s Dividend Payout Ratio or its related term are showing as below:

STEW' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.1 Med: 0.37 Max: 8.16
Current: 0.37

During the past 9 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of SRH Total Return Fund, was 8.16. The lowest was 0.10. And the median was 0.37.

STEW's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
72.19% of 935 companies
in the Asset Management industry
Industry Median: 0.71 vs STEW: 0.37

As of today (2026-06-26), the Dividend Yield % of SRH Total Return Fund, is 4.08%.

During the past 9 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of SRH Total Return Fund, was 5.00%. The lowest was 2.73%. And the median was 3.48%.

SRH Total Return Fund,'s Dividends per Share for the months ended in Nov. 2025 was $0.33.

During the past 12 months, SRH Total Return Fund,'s average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 20.00% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 11.20% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 10.00% per year.

During the past 9 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of SRH Total Return Fund, was 11.20% per year. The lowest was 0.00% per year. And the median was 6.30% 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.

SRH Total Return Fund, (NYSE:STEW) 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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SRH Total Return Fund, Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for SRH Total Return Fund,'s Dividend Payout Ratio can be seen below:

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SRH Total Return Fund, Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

SRH Total Return Fund, Annual Data

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0.15

0.73

0.35

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0.37

SRH Total Return Fund, Semi-Annual Data
	May16	Nov17	May18	Nov18	May19	Nov19	May20	Nov20	May21	Nov21	May22	Nov22	May23	Nov23	May24	Nov24	May25	Nov25
Dividend Payout Ratio	Get a 7-Day Free Trial													0.14	0.12	0.08	0.00	0.17

STEW vs BCAT, BDJ, TSLX: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Asset Management subindustry, SRH Total Return Fund,'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.

SRH Total Return Fund, Dividend Payout Ratio vs Asset Management Industry

For the Asset Management industry and Financial Services sector, SRH Total Return Fund,'s Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where SRH Total Return Fund,'s Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.

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SRH Total Return Fund, Dividend Payout Ratio Calculation

SRH Total Return Fund,'s Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Nov. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio	=	Dividends per Share (A: Nov. 2025 )	/	EPS without NRI (A: Nov. 2025 )
	=	0.66	/	1.8
	=	0.37

SRH Total Return Fund,'s Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Nov. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio	=	Dividends per Share (Q: Nov. 2025 )	/	EPS without NRI (Q: Nov. 2025 )
	=	0.33	/	1.9
	=	0.17

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What does a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.17 mean?

SRH Total Return Fund, (STEW) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.17 as of Nov. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on SRH Total Return Fund, and its competitors. This is 54% below median its historical median of 0.37. Over the past decade, SRH Total Return Fund,'s Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.10 to 8.16. According to the industry distribution chart, SRH Total Return Fund, ranks #260 out of 935 companies in the Asset Management industry, placing it in the top 27.8%.

Is SRH Total Return Fund,'s Dividend Payout Ratio too high?

SRH Total Return Fund,'s current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.17 is 54% below median its 10-year median of 0.37. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.10 to a high of 8.16. The Asset Management industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.71. SRH Total Return Fund,'s value of 0.17 is 76.1% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, SRH Total Return Fund, ranks #260 out of 935 companies in the Asset Management industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, SRH Total Return Fund, has a GF Score™ of 57/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.

How does SRH Total Return Fund,'s Dividend Payout Ratio compare to BCAT and BDJ?

According to the Asset Management industry distribution chart, SRH Total Return Fund, ranks #260 out of 935 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts SRH Total Return Fund, in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.71. SRH Total Return Fund,'s value of 0.17 is 76.1% below this benchmark. Historically, SRH Total Return Fund,'s own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.10 to 8.16 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.37 vs. the industry median of 0.71, SRH Total Return Fund, 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 an Asset Management company?

The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Asset Management companies is 0.71, based on 935 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. SRH Total Return Fund,'s current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.17 is 76.1% 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 SRH Total Return Fund, and its competitors. For the Asset Management industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.71 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. SRH Total Return Fund,'s current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.17, which is 54% below median its own 10-year median of 0.37. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.

Is SRH Total Return Fund, stock overvalued right now?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SRH Total Return Fund, (STEW) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $20.86, compared to a current price of $17.79 — trading 14.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.17, which is 54% below median its 10-year median of 0.37 and 76.1% below the Asset Management industry median of 0.71. SRH Total Return Fund,'s overall GF Score™ is 57/100 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 SRH Total Return Fund, (STEW), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.17 as of Nov. 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 SRH Total Return Fund, (STEW) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, SRH Total Return Fund, stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of $17.79 is trading 14.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of $20.86. GuruFocus considers SRH Total Return Fund, to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for STEW:

Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.17 (54% below median its 10-year median of 0.37)
GF Value™: $20.86 vs. price of $17.79 (14.7% below fair value)
GF Score™: 57/100 with 4 warning signs
Industry Position: 76.1% below the Asset Management median (#260 of 935)

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

SRH Total Return Fund, Business Description

Industry Financial Services Asset Management

Comparable Companies BCAT BDJ TSLX BST ETV GAB DXYZ USA CET ETG BLK BX OSTO:INVE A TSX:BN KKR TSX:BAM APO STT OSTO:EQT AMP

Address 1700 Broadway, Suite 2100, Denver, CO, USA, 80290

Website https://www.srhtotalreturnfund.com

SRH Total Return Fund, Inc. is a non-diversified closed-end management investment company. The company's investment objective is to seek total returns. Its fund utilizes a bottom-up, value-driven investment process to identify securities of good quality businesses trading below estimated intrinsic value. The Funds are available as an actively-managed closed-end fund, an actively managed ETF and a passively-managed ETF.

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