Lacto Japan Co (TSE:3139) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.68 (As of May. 2026) — 300% Above Median

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TSE:3139 Lacto Japan Co Ltd TSE:3139
72 GF Score
Price 円3,515.00
GF Value 円1,782.31
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Lacto Japan Co Dividend Payout Ratio?

Lacto Japan Co TSE:3139 +0.72% 72 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.68 as of May. 2026, which is 300% above its 10-year median of 0.17. GuruFocus rates TSE:3139 with a GF Score™ of 72/100 and a GF Value™ of 円1,782.31 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 997 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, Lacto Japan Co ranks better than 57.97% 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. Lacto Japan Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in May. 2026 was 0.68.

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

TSE:3139' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.09   Med: 0.17   Max: 0.38
Current: 0.38

During the past 12 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Lacto Japan Co was 0.38. The lowest was 0.09. And the median was 0.17.

TSE:3139's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
57.97% of 997 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 0.43 vs TSE:3139: 0.38

As of today (2026-07-16), the Dividend Yield % of Lacto Japan Co is 4.21%.

During the past 12 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Lacto Japan Co was 4.24%. The lowest was 0.42%. And the median was 1.26%.

Lacto Japan Co's Dividends per Share for the months ended in May. 2026 was 円66.00.

During the past 12 months, Lacto Japan Co's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -17.50% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 48.90% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 34.40% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 22.50% per year.

During the past 12 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Lacto Japan Co was 48.90% per year. The lowest was 10.10% per year. And the median was 19.55% 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.

Lacto Japan Co (TSE:3139) 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.

Lacto Japan Co Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Lacto Japan Co Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Lacto Japan Co'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.

Lacto Japan Co Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Lacto Japan Co Annual Data
Trend Nov16 Nov17 Nov18 Nov19 Nov20 Nov21 Nov22 Nov23 Nov24 Nov25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.17 0.18 0.24 0.26 0.31

Lacto Japan Co Quarterly Data
May21 Aug21 Nov21 Feb22 May22 Aug22 Nov22 Feb23 May23 Aug23 Nov23 Feb24 May24 Aug24 Nov24 May25 Aug25 Nov25 Feb26 May26
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TSE:3139 vs KHC, GIS: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, Lacto Japan Co'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.

Lacto Japan Co Dividend Payout Ratio vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Lacto Japan Co's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


TSE:3139
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Lacto Japan Co 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.

Lacto Japan Co'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 )
=132/ 430.971
=0.31

Lacto Japan Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in May. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: May. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: May. 2026 )
=66/ 97.527
=0.68

* 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 0.68 mean?
Lacto Japan Co (TSE:3139) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.68 as of May. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Lacto Japan Co and its competitors. This is 300% above median its historical median of 0.17. Over the past decade, Lacto Japan Co's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.09 to 0.38. According to the industry distribution chart, Lacto Japan Co ranks #419 out of 997 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 42%.
Is Lacto Japan Co's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Lacto Japan Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.68 is 300% above median its 10-year median of 0.17. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.09 to a high of 0.38. The Consumer Packaged Goods industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.43. Lacto Japan Co's value of 0.68 is 58.1% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Lacto Japan Co ranks #419 out of 997 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, Lacto Japan Co has a GF Score™ of 72/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Lacto Japan Co's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, Lacto Japan Co ranks #419 out of 997 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts Lacto Japan Co in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.43. Lacto Japan Co's value of 0.68 is 58.1% above this benchmark. Historically, Lacto Japan Co's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.09 to 0.38 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.17 vs. the industry median of 0.43, Lacto Japan Co 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 Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 0.43, based on 997 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. Lacto Japan Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.68 is 58.1% 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 Lacto Japan Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.43 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Lacto Japan Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.68, which is 300% above median its own 10-year median of 0.17. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Lacto Japan Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lacto Japan Co (TSE:3139) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円1,782.31, compared to a current price of 円3,515.00 — trading 97.2% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.68, which is 300% above median its 10-year median of 0.17 and 58.1% above the Consumer Packaged Goods industry median of 0.43. Lacto Japan Co's overall GF Score™ is 72/100 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 Lacto Japan Co (TSE:3139), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.68 as of May. 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 Lacto Japan Co (TSE:3139) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Lacto Japan Co stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of 円3,515.00 is trading 97.2% above its estimated GF Value™ of 円1,782.31. GuruFocus considers Lacto Japan Co to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:3139:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.68 (300% above median its 10-year median of 0.17)
  • GF Value™: 円1,782.31 vs. price of 円3,515.00 (97.2% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 72/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 58.1% above the Consumer Packaged Goods median (#419 of 997)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:3139 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Lacto Japan Co Business Description

Address 2-11-2 Nihonbashi, Chuo-ku, 22nd Floor Taiyo Life Nihonbashi Building, Chuo-ku, Tokyo, JPN, 103-0027
Lacto Japan Co Ltd is engaged in the trade of agricultural and livestock products, processed products, food processing machinery, quasi-pharmaceuticals, liquor, and other beverages. The group's only reportable segment is the food business.
72GF Score

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