Verbund AG (XTER:OEWA) Dividend Payout Ratio: 2.16 (As of Jun. 2026) — 500% Above Median

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XTER:OEWA Verbund AG XTER:OEWA
79 GF Score
Price €58.90
GF Value €58.12
Valuation Fairly Valued
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What is Verbund AG Dividend Payout Ratio?

Verbund AG XTER:OEWA 79 Dividend Payout Ratio is 2.16 as of Jun. 2026, which is 500% above its 10-year median of 0.36. GuruFocus rates XTER:OEWA with a GF Score™ of 79/100 and a GF Value™ of €58.12 (Fairly Valued). The stock has 5 warning signs investors should review. Among 178 Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies, Verbund AG ranks worse than 57.87% 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. Verbund AG's Dividend Payout Ratio for the months ended in Jun. 2026 was 2.16.

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

XTER:OEWA' s Dividend Payout Ratio Range Over the Past 10 Years
Min: 0.25   Med: 0.36   Max: 0.64
Current: 0.53

During the past 13 years, the highest Dividend Payout Ratio of Verbund AG was 0.64. The lowest was 0.25. And the median was 0.36.

XTER:OEWA's Dividend Payout Ratio is ranked worse than
57.87% of 178 companies
in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry
Industry Median: 0.465 vs XTER:OEWA: 0.53

As of today (2026-08-05), the Dividend Yield % of Verbund AG is 3.40%.

During the past 13 years, the highest Trailing Annual Dividend Yield of Verbund AG was 5.38%. The lowest was 0.73%. And the median was 1.40%.

Verbund AG's Dividends per Share for the months ended in Jun. 2026 was €2.00.

During the past 12 months, Verbund AG's average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was -28.60% per year. During the past 3 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 38.70% per year. During the past 5 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 42.40% per year. During the past 10 years, the average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate was 30.40% per year.

During the past 13 years, the highest 3-Year average Dividends Per Share Growth Rate of Verbund AG was 65.50% per year. The lowest was -19.20% per year. And the median was 11.60% 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.

Verbund AG (XTER:OEWA) 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.

Verbund AG Dividend Payout Ratio Related Terms

Verbund AG Dividend Payout Ratio Historical Data

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The historical data trend for Verbund 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.

Verbund AG Dividend Payout Ratio Chart

Verbund 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 0.46 0.33 0.39 0.62 0.64

Verbund AG Quarterly Data
Sep21 Dec21 Mar22 Jun22 Sep22 Dec22 Mar23 Jun23 Sep23 Dec23 Mar24 Jun24 Sep24 Dec24 Mar25 Jun25 Sep25 Dec25 Mar26 Jun26
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 2.41 0.00 0.00 0.00 2.16

Verbund AG Dividend Payout Ratio Competitor Comparison

For the Utilities - Renewable subindustry, Verbund 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.

Verbund AG Dividend Payout Ratio vs Utilities - Independent Power Producers Industry

For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry and Utilities sector, Verbund AG's Dividend Payout Ratio distribution charts can be found below:

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


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Verbund 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.

Verbund 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 )
=2.8/ 4.393
=0.64

Verbund AG's Dividend Payout Ratio for the quarter that ended in Jun. 2026 is calculated as

Dividend Payout Ratio=Dividends per Share (Q: Jun. 2026 )/ EPS without NRI (Q: Jun. 2026 )
=2/ 0.926
=2.16

* 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 2.16 mean?
Verbund AG (XTER:OEWA) has a Dividend Payout Ratio of 2.16 as of Jun. 2026. Dividend payout ratio is the percent of company earnings paid out as dividends. View historical data on Verbund AG and its competitors. This is 500% above median its historical median of 0.36. Over the past decade, Verbund AG's Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.25 to 0.64. According to the industry distribution chart, Verbund AG ranks #103 out of 178 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, placing it in the top 57.9%.
Is Verbund AG's Dividend Payout Ratio too high?
Verbund AG's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 2.16 is 500% above median its 10-year median of 0.36. Over the past 10 years, this metric has ranged from a low of 0.25 to a high of 0.64. The Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.47. Verbund AG's value of 2.16 is 364.5% above this industry median. Based on the distribution chart, Verbund AG ranks #103 out of 178 companies in the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, Verbund AG has a GF Score™ of 79/100 and is considered Fairly Valued, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does Verbund AG's Dividend Payout Ratio compare to competitors?
According to the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry distribution chart, Verbund AG ranks #103 out of 178 companies for Dividend Payout Ratio. This places Verbund AG in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.47. Verbund AG's value of 2.16 is 364.5% above this benchmark. Historically, Verbund AG's own Dividend Payout Ratio has ranged from 0.25 to 0.64 over the past decade. While the company's 10-year median is 0.36 vs. the industry median of 0.47, Verbund AG 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 - Independent Power Producers company?
The median Dividend Payout Ratio among Utilities - Independent Power Producers companies is 0.47, based on 178 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. Verbund AG's current Dividend Payout Ratio of 2.16 is 364.5% 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 Verbund AG and its competitors. For the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry, the median Dividend Payout Ratio is 0.47 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. Verbund AG's current Dividend Payout Ratio is 2.16, which is 500% above median its own 10-year median of 0.36. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is Verbund AG stock overvalued right now?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Verbund AG (XTER:OEWA) is currently considered Fairly Valued. The stock's GF Value™ is €58.12, compared to a current price of €58.90 — trading 1.3% above its estimated fair value. The current Dividend Payout Ratio is 2.16, which is 500% above median its 10-year median of 0.36 and 364.5% above the Utilities - Independent Power Producers industry median of 0.47. Verbund AG's overall GF Score™ is 79/100 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 Verbund AG (XTER:OEWA), the current Dividend Payout Ratio is 2.16 as of Jun. 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 Verbund AG (XTER:OEWA) Overvalued in 2026?

Based on GuruFocus' analysis, Verbund AG stock appears to be overvalued. The current stock price of €58.90 is trading 1.3% above its estimated GF Value™ of €58.12. GuruFocus considers Verbund AG to be Fairly Valued.

Key valuation signals for XTER:OEWA:

  • Dividend Payout Ratio: 2.16 (500% above median its 10-year median of 0.36)
  • GF Value™: €58.12 vs. price of €58.90 (1.3% above fair value)
  • GF Score™: 79/100 with 5 warning signs
  • Industry Position: 364.5% above the Utilities - Independent Power Producers median (#103 of 178)

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

Verbund AG Business Description

Address Am Hof 6a, Vienna, AUT, 1010
Founded in 1947 through a nationalization act, Verbund is the leading power producer in Austria. The Austrian state owns 51% of its capital. Hydro accounts for more than 90% of the total power output. Hydro power is generated from reservoirs and pumped storage plants in the Austrian Alps, and run-of-river plants in Austria and southern Germany. Total hydro capacity amounts to 8.4 GW. Verbund also owns the Austrian electricity grid through its fully owned subsidiary AP. In 2021, the firm acquired 51% of Gas Connect Austria, a gas transmission and distribution system operator. The group also owns one CCGT and is involved in trading and development of wind and solar capacity.
79GF Score

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