BB Biotech AG (XSWX:BION) Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.00 (As of Mar. 2026)


XSWX:BION BB Biotech AG XSWX:BION
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What is BB Biotech AG Dividend Payout Ratio?

BB Biotech AG XSWX:BION +2.14% 33 Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus rates XSWX:BION with a GF Score™ of 33/100. The stock has 3 warning signs investors should review. Among 134 Biotechnology companies, BB Biotech AG ranks better than 84.33% 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. BB Biotech AG's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was 0.00.

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

XSWX:BION' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.15   Med: 0.25   Max: 1.45
Current: 0.15

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of BB Biotech AG was 1.45. The lowest was 0.15. And the median was 0.25.

XSWX:BION's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked better than
84.33% of 134 companies
in the Biotechnology industry
Industry Median: 0.445 vs XSWX:BION: 0.15

As of today (2026-06-26), the Dividend Yield % of BB Biotech AG is 4.81%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of BB Biotech AG was 7.88%. The lowest was 3.64%. And the median was 4.97%.

BB Biotech AG's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF2.25.

During the past 12 months, BB Biotech AG's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 25.00% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -22.40% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -13.90% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -2.00% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of BB Biotech AG was 52.60% per year. The lowest was -27.90% per year. And the median was 6.70% 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.

BB Biotech AG (XSWX:BION) 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.

BB Biotech AG Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

BB Biotech AG Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for BB Biotech AG'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.

BB Biotech AG Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

BB Biotech AG 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 0.00 0.00 0.00 1.45 0.17

BB Biotech AG Quarterly Data
Jun21 Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26
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XSWX:BION vs VRTX, REGN, ALNY: Dividend Payout Ratio Comparison

For the Biotechnology subindustry, BB Biotech AG'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.

BB Biotech AG Dividend Payout Ratio vs Biotechnology Industry

For the Biotechnology industry and Healthcare sector, BB Biotech AG's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

* The bar in red indicates where BB Biotech AG's Dividend Payout Ratio falls into.


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BB Biotech AG 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.

BB Biotech AG'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 )
=1.8/ 10.54
=0.17

BB Biotech AG'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 )
=2.25/ -0.39
=N/A

* 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?
BB Biotech AG (XSWX:BION) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.00 as of Mar. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on BB Biotech AG and its competitors. Over the past decade, BB Biotech AG's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.15 to 1.45. According to the industry distribution chart, BB Biotech AG ranks #21 out of 134 companies in the Biotechnology industry, placing it in the top 15.7%.
Is BB Biotech AG's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
BB Biotech AG'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 1.45. Based on the distribution chart, BB Biotech AG ranks #21 out of 134 companies in the Biotechnology industry, which is in the top quartile — a strong position relative to peers. Overall, BB Biotech AG has a GF Score™ of 33/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does BB Biotech AG's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to VRTX and REGN?
According to the Biotechnology industry distribution chart, BB Biotech AG ranks #21 out of 134 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places BB Biotech AG in the top 16% of its industry — outperforming the majority of peers. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.45. Historically, BB Biotech AG's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.15 to 1.45 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 Biotechnology company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Biotechnology companies is 0.45, based on 134 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 BB Biotech AG and its competitors. For the Biotechnology industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.45 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. BB Biotech AG'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 BB Biotech AG stock overvalued right now?
BB Biotech AG (XSWX:BION) has a current Dividend Payout Ratio of 0.00. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00. BB Biotech AG's overall GF Score™ is 33/100 with 3 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 BB Biotech AG (XSWX:BION), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.00 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.

BB Biotech AG Business Description

Address Schwertstrasse 6, Schaffhausen, CHE, CH-8200
BB Biotech AG is a part of the healthcare sector in Switzerland. Its primary activity includes making investments, especially in the biotechnology market, and is one of the investors in the field of biotechnology. The focus of the investments is on those listed companies that focus on the development and marketing of novel drugs with a clear value for the healthcare system. Geographically company operates in the USA, Netherlands, Singapore, Great Britain, Canada, Switzerland, Curacao, and British Virgin Island.
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