Gas Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5209) Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.18 (As of Mar. 2026) — 46% Above Median


XKLS:5209 Gas Malaysia Bhd XKLS:5209
77 GF Score
Price RM5.15
GF Value RM3.66
Valuation Significantly Overvalued
! 5 Warning Signs
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What is Gas Malaysia Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio?

Gas Malaysia Bhd XKLS:5209 -0.96% 77 Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.18 as of Mar. 2026, which is 46% above its 10-year median of 0.81. GuruFocus rates XKLS:5209 with a GF Score™ of 77/100 and a GF Value™ of RM3.66 (Significantly Overvalued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 375 Utilities - Regulated companies, Gas Malaysia Bhd ranks worse than 84.8% 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. Gas Malaysia Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 1.18.

Warning Sign:

If a company's dividend payout ratio is too high, its dividend may not be sustainable. The dividend payout ratio of Gas Malaysia Bhd is 0.85, which seems too high.

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

XKLS:5209' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.63   Med: 0.81   Max: 0.99
Current: 0.85

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Gas Malaysia Bhd was 0.99. The lowest was 0.63. And the median was 0.81.

XKLS:5209's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
84.8% of 375 companies
in the Utilities - Regulated industry
Industry Median: 0.54 vs XKLS:5209: 0.85

As of today (2026-07-05), the Dividend Yield % of Gas Malaysia Bhd is 3.46%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Gas Malaysia Bhd was 7.82%. The lowest was 2.95%. And the median was 5.17%.

Gas Malaysia Bhd's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was RM0.09.

During the past 12 months, Gas Malaysia Bhd's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 1.20% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 11.30% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 14.10% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 9.90% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Gas Malaysia Bhd was 32.40% per year. The lowest was -13.70% per year. And the median was 10.90% 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.

Gas Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5209) 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.

Gas Malaysia Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Gas Malaysia Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Gas Malaysia 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.

Gas Malaysia Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Gas Malaysia 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 0.82 0.63 0.75 0.69 0.86

Gas Malaysia Bhd 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 1.23 1.34 0.00 0.88 1.18

XKLS:5209 vs ATO, NI, UGI: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Utilities - Regulated Gas subindustry, Gas Malaysia 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.

Gas Malaysia Bhd Dividend Payout Ratio vs Utilities - Regulated Industry

For the Utilities - Regulated industry and Utilities sector, Gas Malaysia Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Gas Malaysia 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.

Gas Malaysia 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 )
=0.259/ 0.3
=0.86

Gas Malaysia 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 )
=0.085/ 0.072
=1.18

* 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 1.18 mean?
Gas Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5209) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.18 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Gas Malaysia Bhd and its competitors. This is 46% above median its historical median of 0.81. Over the past decade, Gas Malaysia Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.63 to 0.99. According to the industry distribution chart, Gas Malaysia Bhd ranks #318 out of 375 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, placing it in the top 84.8%.
Is Gas Malaysia Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Gas Malaysia Bhd's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.18 is 46% above median its 10-year median of 0.81. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.63 to a high of 0.99. The Utilities - Regulated industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.54. Gas Malaysia Bhd's value of 1.18 is 118.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Gas Malaysia Bhd ranks #318 out of 375 companies in the Utilities - Regulated industry, which is in the bottom quartile relative to peers. Overall, Gas Malaysia Bhd has a GF Score™ of 77/100 and is considered Significantly Overvalued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Gas Malaysia Bhd's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to ATO and NI?
According to the Utilities - Regulated industry distribution chart, Gas Malaysia Bhd ranks #318 out of 375 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Gas Malaysia Bhd in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.54. Gas Malaysia Bhd's value of 1.18 is 118.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Gas Malaysia Bhd's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.63 to 0.99 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.81 vs. the industry median of 0.54, Gas Malaysia 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 an Utilities - Regulated company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Utilities - Regulated companies is 0.54, based on 375 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. Gas Malaysia Bhd's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 1.18 is 118.5% 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 Gas Malaysia Bhd and its competitors. For the Utilities - Regulated industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.54 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Gas Malaysia Bhd's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.18, which is 46% above median its own 10-year median of 0.81. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Gas Malaysia Bhd stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gas Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5209) is currently considered Significantly Overvalued. The stock's GF Value™ is RM3.66, compared to a current price of RM5.15 — trading 40.7% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.18, which is 46% above median its 10-year median of 0.81 and 118.5% above the Utilities - Regulated industry median of 0.54. Gas Malaysia Bhd's overall GF Score™ is 77/100 with 5 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 Gas Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5209), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 1.18 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 Gas Malaysia Bhd (XKLS:5209) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Gas Malaysia Bhd stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of RM5.15 is trading 40.7% above its estimated GF Value™ of RM3.66. GuruFocus considers Gas Malaysia Bhd to be Significantly Overvalued.

Key valuation signals for XKLS:5209:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 1.18 (46% above median its 10-year median of 0.81)
  • GF Value™: RM3.66 vs. price of RM5.15 (40.7% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 77/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 118.5% above the Utilities - Regulated median (#318 of 375)

No single metric tells the full story. See the XKLS:5209 stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.

Gas Malaysia Bhd Business Description

Address 5, Jalan Serendah 26/17, Seksyen 26, Shah Alam, SGR, MYS, 40732
Gas Malaysia Bhd is engaged in the sale, marketing, and distribution of natural gas to residential, commercial, and industrial customers, as well as the development, operation, and maintenance of the Natural Gas Distribution System (NGDS) in Peninsular Malaysia. The company segments its operations into Natural Gas & LPG and Others. Nearly all of Gas Malaysia's revenue is derived from its Natural Gas and LPG division. Its revenue is mainly derived from the sales of natural gas to industrial, commercial, and residential customers. The group sells gas to customers in various forms, namely natural gas, LPG, and CNG.
77GF Score

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