WKC (World Kinect) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.27 (As of Mar. 2026) — Near Median


WKC World Kinect Corp WKC
70 GF Score
Price $33.72
GF Value $25.30
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 9 Warning Signs
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What is World Kinect Dividend Payout Ratio?

World Kinect WKC +4.75% 70 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.27 as of Mar. 2026, which is at its 10-year median of 0.27. GuruFocus rates WKC with a GF Score™ of 70/100 and a GF Value™ of $25.30 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 9 warning signs investors should review. Among 436 Oil & Gas companies, World Kinect ranks better than 65.37% 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. World Kinect's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.27.

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

WKC' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.09   Med: 0.27   Max: 0.4
Current: 0.37

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of World Kinect was 0.40. The lowest was 0.09. And the median was 0.27.

WKC's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
65.37% of 436 companies
in the Oil & Gas industry
Industry Median: 0.5 vs WKC: 0.37

As of today (2026-06-28), the Dividend Yield % of World Kinect is 2.37%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of World Kinect was 3.42%. The lowest was 0.50%. And the median was 1.63%.

World Kinect's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was $0.20.

During the past 12 months, World Kinect's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 17.60% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 14.00% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 13.40% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 14.00% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of World Kinect was 31.50% per year. The lowest was 0.00% per year. And the median was 14.25% 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.

World Kinect (NYSE:WKC) 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.

World Kinect Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

World Kinect Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for World Kinect'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.

World Kinect Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

World Kinect 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 0.35 0.26 0.29 0.31 0.40

World Kinect 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 0.35 0.34 0.37 0.67 0.27

WKC vs APC, CAPL, CLNE: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing subindustry, World Kinect'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.

World Kinect Dividend Payout Ratio vs Oil & Gas Industry

For the Oil & Gas industry and Energy sector, World Kinect's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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World Kinect 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.

World Kinect'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 )
=0.77/ 1.91
=0.40

World Kinect'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 )
=0.2/ 0.75
=0.27

* 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 0.27 mean?
World Kinect (WKC) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.27 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on World Kinect and its competitors. This is near median its historical median of 0.27. Over the past decade, World Kinect's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.09 to 0.40. According to the industry distribution chart, World Kinect ranks #151 out of 436 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, placing it in the top 34.6%.
Is World Kinect's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
World Kinect's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.27 is near median its 10-year median of 0.27. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.09 to a high of 0.40. The Oil & Gas industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.50. World Kinect's value of 0.27 is 46% below this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, World Kinect ranks #151 out of 436 companies in the Oil & Gas industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, World Kinect has a GF Score™ of 70/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does World Kinect's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to APC and CAPL?
According to the Oil & Gas industry distribution chart, World Kinect ranks #151 out of 436 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts World Kinect in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.50. World Kinect's value of 0.27 is 46% below this benchmark. Historically, World Kinect's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.09 to 0.40 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.27 vs. the industry median of 0.50, World Kinect 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 Oil & Gas company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Oil & Gas companies is 0.50, based on 436 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. World Kinect's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.27 is 46% 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 World Kinect and its competitors. For the Oil & Gas industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.50 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. World Kinect's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.27, which is near median its own 10-year median of 0.27. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is World Kinect stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, World Kinect (WKC) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is $25.30, compared to a current price of $33.72 — trading 33.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.27, which is near median its 10-year median of 0.27 and 46% below the Oil & Gas industry median of 0.50. World Kinect's overall GF Score™ is 70/100 with 9 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 World Kinect (WKC), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.27 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 World Kinect (WKC) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, World Kinect stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of $33.72 is trading 33.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of $25.30. GuruFocus considers World Kinect to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for WKC:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.27 (near median its 10-year median of 0.27)
  • GF Value™: $25.30 vs. price of $33.72 (33.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 70/100 with 9 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 46% below the Oil & Gas median (#151 of 436)

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

World Kinect Business Description

Industry EnergyOil & Gas
Other Exchanges WFK:Germany
Address 9800 Northwest 41st Street, Miami, FL, USA, 33178
World Kinect Corp is an energy management company involved in providing supply fulfillment, energy procurement advisory services, and transaction and payment management solutions to commercial and industrial customers. It sells and delivers liquid fuels, natural gas, electricity, renewable energy, and other sustainability solutions. The company operates in three reportable segments consisting of aviation, land, and marine. It earns the majority of its revenue from the Aviation segment.
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