LASCO Manufacturing (XJAM:LASM) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.00 (As of Dec. 2025)

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XJAM:LASM LASCO Manufacturing Ltd XJAM:LASM
90 GF Score
Price JMD6.61
GF Value JMD6.54
Valuation Fairly Valued
! 1 Warning Sign
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What is LASCO Manufacturing Dividend Payout Ratio?

LASCO Manufacturing XJAM:LASM 90 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00 as of Dec. 2025. GuruFocus rates XJAM:LASM with a GF Score™ of 90/100 and a GF Value™ of JMD6.54 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 1 warning sign investors should review. Among 996 Consumer Packaged Goods companies, LASCO Manufacturing ranks better than 67.77% 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. LASCO Manufacturing's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was 0.00.

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

XJAM:LASM' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.15   Med: 0.2   Max: 0.31
Current: 0.31


During the past 7 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of LASCO Manufacturing was 0.31. The lowest was 0.15. And the median was 0.20.

XJAM:LASM's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
67.77% of 996 companies
in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry
Industry Median: 0.43 vs XJAM:LASM: 0.31

As of today (2026-07-14), the Dividend Yield % of LASCO Manufacturing is 2.87%.

During the past 7 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of LASCO Manufacturing was 3.33%. The lowest was 1.09%. And the median was 2.27%.

LASCO Manufacturing's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Dec. 2025 was JMD0.00.

During the past 12 months, LASCO Manufacturing's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 26.70% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 27.10% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 21.60% per year.

During the past 7 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of LASCO Manufacturing was 27.10% per year. The lowest was 17.90% per year. And the median was 24.80% 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.


LASCO Manufacturing (XJAM:LASM) 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.


LASCO Manufacturing Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms


LASCO Manufacturing Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for LASCO Manufacturing'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.

LASCO Manufacturing Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

LASCO Manufacturing Annual Data
Trend Mar19 Mar20 Mar21 Mar22 Mar23 Mar24 Mar25
Dividend Payout Ratio
Get a 7-Day Free Trial 0.18 0.18 0.20 0.21 0.24

LASCO Manufacturing Quarterly Data
Mar21 Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25
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 0.00 1.27 0.00 0.00

XJAM:LASM vs KHC, GIS, HRL: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Packaged Foods subindustry, LASCO Manufacturing'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.


LASCO Manufacturing Dividend Payout Ratio vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry

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

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


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LASCO Manufacturing 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.

LASCO Manufacturing's Dividend Payout Ratio for the fiscal year that ended in Mar. 2025 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (A: Mar. 2025 )/ EPS without NRI (A: Mar. 2025 )
=0.15/ 0.621
=0.24

LASCO Manufacturing'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 )
=0/ 0.17
=0.00

* 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 0.00 mean?
LASCO Manufacturing (XJAM:LASM) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.00 as of Dec. 2025. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on LASCO Manufacturing and its competitors. Over the past decade, LASCO Manufacturing's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.15 to 0.31. According to the industry distribution chart, LASCO Manufacturing ranks #321 out of 996 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 32.2%.
Is LASCO Manufacturing's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
LASCO Manufacturing's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.15 to a high of 0.31. Based on the distribution chart, LASCO Manufacturing ranks #321 out of 996 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is above the industry midpoint. Overall, LASCO Manufacturing has a GF Score™ of 90/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does LASCO Manufacturing's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to KHC and GIS?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, LASCO Manufacturing ranks #321 out of 996 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This puts LASCO Manufacturing in the upper half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.43. Historically, LASCO Manufacturing's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.15 to 0.31 over the past decade. 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 996 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. 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 LASCO Manufacturing 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. LASCO Manufacturing's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is LASCO Manufacturing stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LASCO Manufacturing (XJAM:LASM) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is JMD6.54, compared to a current price of JMD6.61 — trading 1.1% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. LASCO Manufacturing's overall GF Score™ is 90/100 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 LASCO Manufacturing (XJAM:LASM), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00 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 LASCO Manufacturing (XJAM:LASM) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, LASCO Manufacturing stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of JMD6.61 is trading 1.1% above its estimated GF Value™ of JMD6.54. GuruFocus considers LASCO Manufacturing to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XJAM:LASM:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.00
  • GF Value™: JMD6.54 vs. price of JMD6.61 (1.1% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 90/100 with 1 warning sign

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


LASCO Manufacturing Business Description

Address 27 Red Hills Road, Kingston 10, Jamaica, JAM
LASCO Manufacturing Ltd is engaged in the manufacturing of soy-based products, juice drinks, water and packaging of milk-based products. The company's portfolio includes LASCO Food Drink, LaSoy Lactose-Free, Porridge Mix, Whole Milk, Instant enriched milk powder, and Readi Milk.
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