Metro Healthcare Bhd (XKLS:0329) Dividend Payout Ratio: 3.00 (As of Mar. 2026) — 392% Above Median


XKLS:0329 Metro Healthcare Bhd XKLS:0329
59 GF Score
Price RM0.22
GF Value RM0.32
Valuation Possible Value Trap
! 4 Warning Signs
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What is Metro Healthcare Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio?

Metro Healthcare Bhd XKLS:0329 59 Dividend Payout Ratio is 3.00 as of Mar. 2026, which is 392% above its 10-year median of 0.61. GuruFocus rates XKLS:0329 with a GF Score™ of 59/100 and a GF Value™ of RM0.32 (Possible Value Trap). The stock has 4 warning signs investors should review. Among 248 Healthcare Providers & Services companies, Metro Healthcare Bhd ranks worse than 95.16% 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. Metro Healthcare Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 3.00.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of Metro Healthcare Bhd is 1.67, which seems too high.

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

XKLS:0329' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.12   Med: 0.61   Max: 1.67
Current: 1.67

During the past 11 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Metro Healthcare Bhd was 1.67. The lowest was 0.12. And the median was 0.61.

XKLS:0329's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
95.16% of 248 companies
in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry
Industry Median: 0.41 vs XKLS:0329: 1.67

As of today (2026-07-05), the Dividend Yield % of Metro Healthcare Bhd is 2.33%.

During the past 11 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Metro Healthcare Bhd was 5.00%. The lowest was 1.70%. And the median was 3.11%.

Metro Healthcare Bhd's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM0.00.

During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 11.90% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 29.40% per year.

During the past 11 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Metro Healthcare Bhd was 71.00% per year. The lowest was 11.90% per year. And the median was 35.70% 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.

Metro Healthcare Bhd (XKLS:0329) 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.

Metro Healthcare Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Metro Healthcare Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Metro Healthcare Bhd'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.

Metro Healthcare Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Metro Healthcare Bhd 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 0.12 1.67 0.71 1.00 1.17

Metro Healthcare Bhd Quarterly Data
Jun18 Dec18 Jun19 Dec19 Jun20 Dec20 Jun21 Dec21 Jun22 Dec22 Jun23 Dec23 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 0.00 4.00 1.50 0.00 3.00

XKLS:0329 vs HCA, THC, DVA: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Medical Care Facilities subindustry, Metro Healthcare Bhd'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.

Metro Healthcare Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio vs Healthcare Providers & Services Industry

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

* The bar in red indicates where Metro Healthcare Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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Metro Healthcare Bhd 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.

Metro Healthcare Bhd'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 )
=0.007/ 0.006
=1.17

Metro Healthcare Bhd'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 )
=0.003/ 0.001
=3.00

* 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 3.00 mean?
Metro Healthcare Bhd (XKLS:0329) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 3.00 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Metro Healthcare Bhd and its competitors. This is 392% above median its historical median of 0.61. Over the past decade, Metro Healthcare Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.12 to 1.67. According to the industry distribution chart, Metro Healthcare Bhd ranks #236 out of 248 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, placing it in the top 95.2%.
Is Metro Healthcare Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Metro Healthcare Bhd's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 3.00 is 392% above median its 10-year median of 0.61. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.12 to a high of 1.67. The Healthcare Providers & Services industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41. Metro Healthcare Bhd's value of 3.00 is 631.7% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Metro Healthcare Bhd ranks #236 out of 248 companies in the Healthcare Providers & Services industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Metro Healthcare Bhd has a GF Score™ of 59/100 and is considered Possible Value Trap, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Metro Healthcare Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to HCA and THC?
According to the Healthcare Providers & Services industry distribution chart, Metro Healthcare Bhd ranks #236 out of 248 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Metro Healthcare Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.41. Metro Healthcare Bhd's value of 3.00 is 631.7% above this benchmark. Historically, Metro Healthcare Bhd's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.12 to 1.67 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.61 vs. the industry median of 0.41, Metro Healthcare Bhd 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. Metro Healthcare Bhd's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 3.00 is 631.7% 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 Metro Healthcare Bhd 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. Metro Healthcare Bhd's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 3.00, which is 392% above median its own 10-year median of 0.61. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Metro Healthcare Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Metro Healthcare Bhd (XKLS:0329) is currently considered Possible Value Trap. The stock's GF Value™ is RM0.32, compared to a current price of RM0.22 — trading 32.8% below its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 3.00, which is 392% above median its 10-year median of 0.61 and 631.7% above the Healthcare Providers & Services industry median of 0.41. Metro Healthcare Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 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 Metro Healthcare Bhd (XKLS:0329), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 3.00 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 Metro Healthcare Bhd (XKLS:0329) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Metro Healthcare Bhd stock appears to be undervalued. The current stock price of RM0.22 is trading 32.8% below its estimated GF Value™ of RM0.32. GuruFocus considers Metro Healthcare Bhd to be Possible Value Trap.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:0329:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 3.00 (392% above median its 10-year median of 0.61)
  • GF Value™: RM0.32 vs. price of RM0.22 (32.8% below fair value)
  • GF Score™: 59/100 with 4 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 631.7% above the Healthcare Providers & Services median (#236 of 248)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:0329 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Metro Healthcare Bhd Business Description

Address No. 32, Jalan Pasar, Klang, SGR, MYS, 41400
Metro Healthcare Bhd is engaged in the provision of women healthcare services. The company offers various services such as obstetrics, gynecology impatient services, and diagnostic medical imaging services. It also provides semen analysis, intracytoplasmic sperm injection, blastocyst culture, assisted hatching, frozen embryo transfer, preimplantation genetic screening, and infertility consultation services. The company serves patients in Malaysia. The firm's business segment includes O&G healthcare services, Complementary services, and Hospital services.
59GF Score

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