Scala (TSE:4845) Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.49 (As of Dec. 2025) — 224% Above Median

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TSE:4845 Scala Inc TSE:4845
54 GF Score
Price 円339.00
GF Value 円477.19
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
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What is Scala Dividend Payout Ratio?

Scala TSE:4845 +1.50% 54 Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.49 as of Dec. 2025, which is 224% above its 10-year median of 0.46. GuruFocus rates TSE:4845 with a GF Score™ of 54/100 and a GF Value™ of 円477.19 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 881 Software companies, Scala ranks worse than 52.44% 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. Scala's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 1.49.

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

TSE:4845' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.1   Med: 0.46   Max: 4.56
Current: 0.42

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Scala was 4.56. The lowest was 0.10. And the median was 0.46.

TSE:4845's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
52.44% of 881 companies
in the Software industry
Industry Median: 0.4 vs TSE:4845: 0.42

As of today (2026-08-13), the Dividend Yield % of Scala is 5.09%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Scala was 9.84%. The lowest was 1.25%. And the median was 4.16%.

Scala's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 円8.50.

During the past 12 months, Scala's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -54.70% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -22.90% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -5.90% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 9.60% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Scala was 51.80% per year. The lowest was -22.90% per year. And the median was 17.00% 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.

Scala (TSE:4845) 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.

Scala Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Scala Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Scala'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.

Scala Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Scala 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 0.78 0.00 2.89 0.00 0.32

Scala Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 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 0.00 0.30 0.00 1.49 0.00

TSE:4845 vs QH, SHOP, UBER: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Software - Application subindustry, Scala'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.

Scala Dividend Payout Ratio vs Software Industry

For the Software industry and Technology sector, Scala's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Scala 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.

Scala'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 )
=16.5/ 52.14
=0.32

Scala'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 )
=8.5/ 5.72
=1.49

* 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 1.49 mean?
Scala (TSE:4845) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.49 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Scala and its competitors. This is 224% above median its historical median of 0.46. Over the past decade, Scala's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.10 to 4.56. According to the industry distribution chart, Scala ranks #462 out of 881 companies in the Software industry, placing it in the top 52.4%.
Is Scala's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Scala's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.49 is 224% above median its 10-year median of 0.46. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.10 to a high of 4.56. The Software industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.40. Scala's value of 1.49 is 272.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Scala ranks #462 out of 881 companies in the Software industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Scala has a GF Score™ of 54/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Scala's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to QH and SHOP?
According to the Software industry distribution chart, Scala ranks #462 out of 881 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Scala in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.40. Scala's value of 1.49 is 272.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Scala's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.10 to 4.56 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.46 vs. the industry median of 0.40, Scala 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 Software company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Software companies is 0.40, based on 881 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. Scala's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.49 is 272.5% 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 Scala and its competitors. For the Software industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.40 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Scala's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.49, which is 224% above median its own 10-year median of 0.46. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Scala stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Scala (TSE:4845) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円477.19, compared to a current price of 円339.00 — trading 29% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.49, which is 224% above median its 10-year median of 0.46 and 272.5% above the Software industry median of 0.40. Scala's overall GF Score™ is 54/100 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 Scala (TSE:4845), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.49 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 Scala (TSE:4845) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Scala stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円339.00 is trading 29% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円477.19. GuruFocus considers Scala to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:4845:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.49 (224% above median its 10-year median of 0.46)
  • GF Value™: 円477.19 vs. price of 円339.00 (29% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 54/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 272.5% above the Software median (#462 of 881)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:4845 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Scala Business Description

Address MK Building 3rd Floor, 3-3-2 Shibuya, Shibuya-ku, Tokoyo, JPN
Scala Inc is engaged in development, sales, and maintenance of SaaS and ASP related business software products. The company offers web services that supports corporate sites and EC sites using automatic voice response technologies.
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