Power Integrations (STU:PWI) Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.40 (As of Mar. 2026) — 483% Above Median

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STU:PWI Power Integrations Inc STU:PWI
84 GF Score
Price €52.80
GF Value €61.35
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 6 Warning Signs
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What is Power Integrations Dividend Payout Ratio?

Power Integrations STU:PWI +0.69% 84 Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.40 as of Mar. 2026, which is 483% above its 10-year median of 0.24. GuruFocus rates STU:PWI with a GF Score™ of 84/100 and a GF Value™ of €61.35 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 6 warning signs investors should review. Among 454 Semiconductors companies, Power Integrations ranks worse than 74.89% 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. Power Integrations's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 1.40.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of Power Integrations Inc is 0.77, which seems too high.

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

STU:PWI' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.1   Med: 0.24   Max: 0.77
Current: 0.77

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Power Integrations was 0.77. The lowest was 0.10. And the median was 0.24.

STU:PWI's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
74.89% of 454 companies
in the Semiconductors industry
Industry Median: 0.38 vs STU:PWI: 0.77

As of today (2026-08-03), the Dividend Yield % of Power Integrations is 1.39%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Power Integrations was 2.54%. The lowest was 0.44%. And the median was 0.83%.

Power Integrations's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was €0.19.

During the past 12 months, Power Integrations's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 3.00% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 5.30% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 14.50% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 15.60% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Power Integrations was 97.40% per year. The lowest was 5.30% per year. And the median was 17.60% 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.

Power Integrations (STU:PWI) 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.

Power Integrations Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Power Integrations Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Power Integrations'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.

Power Integrations Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Power Integrations 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 0.17 0.22 0.60 0.70 0.67

Power Integrations Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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 0.68 0.60 0.58 0.91 1.40

STU:PWI vs PI, LASR, DIOD: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Semiconductors subindustry, Power Integrations'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.

Power Integrations Dividend Payout Ratio vs Semiconductors Industry

For the Semiconductors industry and Technology sector, Power Integrations's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


STU:PWI
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Power Integrations 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.

Power Integrations'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 )
=0.717/ 1.067
=0.67

Power Integrations'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 )
=0.186/ 0.133
=1.40

* 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 1.40 mean?
Power Integrations (STU:PWI) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.40 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Power Integrations and its competitors. This is 483% above median its historical median of 0.24. Over the past decade, Power Integrations' Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.10 to 0.77. According to the industry distribution chart, Power Integrations ranks #340 out of 454 companies in the Semiconductors industry, placing it in the top 74.9%.
Is Power Integrations' Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Power Integrations' current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.40 is 483% above median its 10-year median of 0.24. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.10 to a high of 0.77. The Semiconductors industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.38. Power Integrations' value of 1.40 is 268.4% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Power Integrations ranks #340 out of 454 companies in the Semiconductors industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Power Integrations has a GF Score™ of 84/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Power Integrations' Dividend Payout Ratio compare to PI and LASR?
According to the Semiconductors industry distribution chart, Power Integrations ranks #340 out of 454 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Power Integrations in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.38. Power Integrations' value of 1.40 is 268.4% above this benchmark. Historically, Power Integrations' own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.10 to 0.77 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.24 vs. the industry median of 0.38, Power Integrations 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 0.38, 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. Power Integrations's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.40 is 268.4% 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 Power Integrations and its competitors. For the Semiconductors industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.38 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Power Integrations's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.40, which is 483% above 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 Power Integrations stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Power Integrations (STU:PWI) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is €61.35, compared to a current price of €52.80 — trading 13.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.40, which is 483% above median its 10-year median of 0.24 and 268.4% above the Semiconductors industry median of 0.38. Power Integrations' overall GF Score™ is 84/100 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 Power Integrations (STU:PWI), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.40 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 Power Integrations (STU:PWI) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Power Integrations stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of €52.80 is trading 13.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of €61.35. GuruFocus considers Power Integrations to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for STU:PWI:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.40 (483% above median its 10-year median of 0.24)
  • GF Value™: €61.35 vs. price of €52.80 (13.9% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 84/100 with 6 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 268.4% above the Semiconductors median (#340 of 454)

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

Power Integrations Business Description

Other Exchanges POWI:USAPWI:Germany
Address 5245 Hellyer Avenue, San Jose, CA, USA, 95138-1002
Power Integrations Inc designs, develops, and markets analog and mixed-signal integrated circuits (ICs) and other electronic components and circuitry used in high-voltage power conversion. Products are used in power converters that convert electricity from a high-voltage source to the type of power required for a specified downstream use. Products are used in electronic products including mobile phones, computing and networking equipment, appliances, electronic utility meters, battery-powered tools, industrial controls, home automation, or Internet of Things applications such as networked thermostats, power strips, and security devices. Geographically, the company generates maximum revenue from China and Hong Kong.
84GF Score

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