Sundrug Co (TSE:9989) Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.06 (As of Mar. 2026) — 221% Above Median


TSE:9989 Sundrug Co Ltd TSE:9989
79 GF Score
Price 円3,820.00
GF Value 円4,727.62
Valuation Modestly Undervalued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is Sundrug Co Dividend Payout Ratio?

Sundrug Co TSE:9989 +0.79% 79 Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.06 as of Mar. 2026, which is 221% above its 10-year median of 0.33. GuruFocus rates TSE:9989 with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of 円4,727.62 (Modestly Undervalued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 248 Healthcare Providers & Services companies, Sundrug Co ranks worse than 56.85% 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. Sundrug Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 1.06.

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

TSE:9989' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.25   Med: 0.33   Max: 0.49
Current: 0.48

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Sundrug Co was 0.49. The lowest was 0.25. And the median was 0.33.

TSE:9989's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
56.85% of 248 companies
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry
Industry Median: 0.41 vs TSE:9989: 0.48

As of today (2026-07-04), the Dividend Yield % of Sundrug Co is 3.43%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Sundrug Co was 3.61%. The lowest was 0.94%. And the median was 2.08%.

Sundrug Co's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 円66.00.

During the past 12 months, Sundrug Co's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 0.80% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 9.40% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 15.60% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 11.80% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Sundrug Co was 26.00% per year. The lowest was 2.50% per year. And the median was 14.50% 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.

Sundrug Co (TSE:9989) 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.

Sundrug Co Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Sundrug Co Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Sundrug 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.

Sundrug Co Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Sundrug Co Annual Data
Trend Mar17 Mar18 Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25 Mar26
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial Premium Member Only Premium Member Only 0.35 0.45 0.45 0.49 0.48

Sundrug Co 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 1.11 0.00 1.03 0.00 1.06

Sundrug Co Dividend Payout Ratio Competitor Comparison

For the Pharmaceutical Retailers subindustry, Sundrug 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.

Sundrug Co Dividend Payout Ratio vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry

For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry and Healthcare sector, Sundrug Co's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Sundrug 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.

Sundrug Co's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Mar. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Mar. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Mar. 2026 )
=131/ 270.797
=0.48

Sundrug Co'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 )
=66/ 62.276
=1.06

* 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 1.06 mean?
Sundrug Co (TSE:9989) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.06 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Sundrug Co and its competitors. This is 221% above median its historical median of 0.33. Over the past decade, Sundrug Co's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.25 to 0.49. According to the industry distribution chart, Sundrug Co ranks #141 out of 248 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, placing it in the top 56.9%.
Is Sundrug Co's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Sundrug Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.06 is 221% above median its 10-year median of 0.33. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.25 to a high of 0.49. The Healthcare Providers & Services industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41. Sundrug Co's value of 1.06 is 158.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Sundrug Co ranks #141 out of 248 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Sundrug Co has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Modestly Undervalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Sundrug Co's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to competitors?
According to the Healthcare Providers & Services industry distribution chart, Sundrug Co ranks #141 out of 248 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Sundrug Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41. Sundrug Co's value of 1.06 is 158.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Sundrug Co's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.25 to 0.49 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.33 vs. the industry median of 0.41, Sundrug 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 Healthcare Providers & Services company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Healthcare Providers & Services companies is 0.41, based on 248 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. Sundrug Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.06 is 158.5% 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 Sundrug Co and its competitors. For the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Sundrug Co's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.06, which is 221% above median its own 10-year median of 0.33. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Sundrug Co stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sundrug Co (TSE:9989) is currently considered Modestly Undervalued. The stock's GF Value™ is 円4,727.62, compared to a current price of 円3,820.00 — trading 19.2% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.06, which is 221% above median its 10-year median of 0.33 and 158.5% above the Healthcare Providers & Services industry median of 0.41. Sundrug Co's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 with 1 warning sign 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 Sundrug Co (TSE:9989), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.06 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 Sundrug Co (TSE:9989) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Sundrug Co stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of 円3,820.00 is trading 19.2% below its estimated GF Value™ of 円4,727.62. GuruFocus considers Sundrug Co to be Modestly Undervalued.

Key valuation signals for TSE:9989:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.06 (221% above median its 10-year median of 0.33)
  • GF Value™: 円4,727.62 vs. price of 円3,820.00 (19.2% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 1 warning sign
  • Industry Position: 158.5% above the Healthcare Providers & Services median (#141 of 248)

No single metric tells the full story. See the TSE:9989 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Sundrug Co Business Description

Address 1-38-1 Wakamatsucho, Fuchu-shi, Tokyo, JPN, 183-0005
Sundrug Co Ltd is a Japanese-based company engaged in the operation of drug stores and discount stores. The Group operates through two segments: the Drug Store Business, which mainly sells pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and daily necessities, and the Discount Store Business, which mainly sells food products, household goods, and other related items. It generates the majority of its revenue from the Drugstore business segment.
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