(VIANEWS) – Merck (MRK), Highwoods Properties (HIW), Blackrock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust (BDJ) are the highest payout ratio stocks on this list.
We have gathered information concerning stocks with the highest payout ratio as yet. The payout ratio in itself isn’t a guarantee of good investment but it’s an indicator of whether dividends are being paid and how the company chooses to distribute them.
When researching a potential investment, the dividend payout ratio is a good statistic to know so here are a few stocks with an above 30% percent payout ratio.
1. Merck (MRK)
162.22% Payout Ratio
Merck & Co., Inc. operates as a healthcare company worldwide. It operates through two segments, Pharmaceutical and Animal Health. The Pharmaceutical segment offers human health pharmaceutical products in the areas of oncology, hospital acute care, immunology, neuroscience, virology, cardiovascular, and diabetes, as well as vaccine products, such as preventive pediatric, adolescent, and adult vaccines. The Animal Health segment discovers, develops, manufactures, and markets veterinary pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and health management solutions and services, as well as digitally connected identification, traceability, and monitoring products. The company serves drug wholesalers and retailers, hospitals, and government agencies; managed health care providers, such as health maintenance organizations, pharmacy benefit managers, and other institutions; and physicians and physician distributors, veterinarians, and animal producers. It has collaborations with AstraZeneca PLC; Bayer AG; Eisai Co., Ltd.; Ridgeback Biotherapeutics LP; and Gilead Sciences, Inc. to jointly develop and commercialize long-acting treatments in HIV, as well as a collaboration with Bionomics to identify novel a7 nAChR PAMs suitable for the treatment of cognitive disorder; and clinical trial collaboration and supply agreement with Ankyra Therapeutics to evaluate ANK-101 in combination with KEYTRUDA (pembrolizumab) in patients with advanced solid tumors, as well as a clinical trial collaboration and supply agreement with Phanes Therapeutics, Inc. to evaluate PT886 in combination with KEYTRUDA for the treatment of claudin 18.2 positive gastric or gastroesophageal junction adenocarcinomas, as well as a development and commercialization agreement with Daiichi Sankyo Company, Limited to jointly develop and commercialize Daiichi Sankyo's DXd antibody drug conjugate (ADC) candidates and a collaboration with HiberCell, Inc. Merck & Co., Inc. was founded in 1891 and is headquartered in Rahway, New Jersey.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Merck has a trailing twelve months EPS of $1.8.
PE Ratio
Merck has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 67.04. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $67.04 for every dollar of annual earnings.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 10.77%.
Moving Average
Merck’s value is way higher than its 50-day moving average of $109.37 and way higher than its 200-day moving average of $109.15.
Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization
Merck’s EBITDA is 41.98.
Previous days news about Merck (MRK)
- According to Zacks on Thursday, 25 January, "The INT therapy mRNA-4157/V940 is being developed by Moderna in collaboration with partner Merck (MRK Quick QuoteMRK – Free Report) . "
- According to Business Insider on Friday, 26 January, "ODM-208/MK-5684 is being developed through a collaboration with MSD (tradename of Merck & Co., Inc. Rahway NJ USA). "
2. Highwoods Properties (HIW)
155.04% Payout Ratio
Highwoods Properties, Inc., headquartered in Raleigh, is a publicly-traded (NYSE:HIW) real estate investment trust (“REIT”) and a member of the S&P MidCap 400 Index. Highwoods is a fully-integrated office REIT that owns, develops, acquires, leases and manages properties primarily in the best business districts (BBDs) of Atlanta, Charlotte, Nashville, Orlando, Pittsburgh, Raleigh, Richmond and Tampa.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Highwoods Properties has a trailing twelve months EPS of $1.29.
PE Ratio
Highwoods Properties has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 17.25. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $17.25 for every dollar of annual earnings.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 5.54%.
Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization
Highwoods Properties’s EBITDA is 40.69.
3. Blackrock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust (BDJ)
98.33% Payout Ratio
BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust is a closed-ended equity mutual fund launched by BlackRock, Inc. The fund is managed by BlackRock Advisors, LLC. It invests in the public equity markets of the United States. The fund seeks to invest in stocks of companies operating across diversified sectors. It primarily invests in dividend paying stocks of companies across all market capitalizations. The fund also invests through derivatives, with an emphasis on option writing. It benchmarks the performance of its portfolio against the Russell 1000 Value Index. The fund was formerly known as BlackRock Enhanced Dividend Achievers TM Trust. BlackRock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust was formed on August 31, 2005 and is domiciled in the United States.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Blackrock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust has a trailing twelve months EPS of $0.85.
PE Ratio
Blackrock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 9.12. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $9.12 for every dollar of annual earnings.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 9.49%.
Dividend Yield
As maintained by Morningstar, Inc., the next dividend payment is on Jan 10, 2024, the estimated forward annual dividend rate is 0.67 and the estimated forward annual dividend yield is 8.7%.
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for Blackrock Enhanced Equity Dividend Trust is 485931 which is 23.23% below its average volume of 633031.
Revenue Growth
Year-on-year quarterly revenue growth grew by 1.2%, now sitting on 45.17M for the twelve trailing months.
4. First Financial Northwest (FFNW)
56.04% Payout Ratio
First Financial Northwest, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for First Financial Northwest Bank that provides commercial banking services in Washington. The company offers a range of deposit products, including noninterest bearing accounts, interest-bearing demand accounts, money market accounts, statement savings accounts, and certificates of deposit. Its loan products comprise one-to-four family residential loans; multifamily and commercial real estate loans; construction/land loans for the construction of single-family residences, condominiums, townhouses, multifamily properties, and residential developments; business loans; and consumer loans, such as home equity loans and savings account loans. The company also provides wealth management services; and online banking platform, as well as debit cards and ATMs. As of December 31, 2021, it operated seven retail branches in King County, five retail branches in Snohomish County, and two retail branches in Pierce County, Washington. First Financial Northwest, Inc. was founded in 1923 and is headquartered in Renton, Washington.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, First Financial Northwest has a trailing twelve months EPS of $0.91.
PE Ratio
First Financial Northwest has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 22.69. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $22.69 for every dollar of annual earnings.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 5.26%.
Revenue Growth
Year-on-year quarterly revenue growth declined by 23.1%, now sitting on 46.28M for the twelve trailing months.
5. Diamond Hill Investment Group (DHIL)
41.44% Payout Ratio
Diamond Hill Investment Group, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides investment advisory and fund administration services in the United States. It sponsors, distributes, and offers investment advisory and related services to its clients. The company also provides fund administration services, including portfolio and regulatory compliance, treasury and financial oversight, and general business management and governance of the mutual fund complex, as well as oversight of back-office service providers, such as the custodian, fund accountant, and transfer agent. The company was founded in 1990 and is based in Columbus, Ohio.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Diamond Hill Investment Group has a trailing twelve months EPS of $14.47.
PE Ratio
Diamond Hill Investment Group has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 10.92. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $10.92 for every dollar of annual earnings.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 25.26%.
Revenue Growth
Year-on-year quarterly revenue growth declined by 7.1%, now sitting on 137.85M for the twelve trailing months.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
Diamond Hill Investment Group’s stock is valued at $158.01 at 07:23 EST, way below its 52-week high of $193.20 and higher than its 52-week low of $145.86.
6. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage (NGVC)
39.22% Payout Ratio
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, retails natural and organic groceries, and dietary supplements in the United States. The company's stores offer natural and organic grocery products, such as organic produce; bulk food products; private label products comprising pasta, pasta sauce, ketchup, canned beans and vegetables, frozen vegetables, frozen fruits, frozen meals, frozen pizza, bread, baking mixes, plant based butter, olive and coconut oil, coconut milk, honey, maple syrup, preserves, chocolate, coffee, bacon, beef jerky, canned seafood, popcorn, tortilla chips, taco shells, eggs, cheese, apple sauce, apple cider vinegar, spring water, paper products, cleaning products, and other products; dry, frozen, and canned groceries; meat and seafood products; dairy products, dairy substitutes, and eggs; prepared foods; bread and baked products; beverages; and beer, wine, and hard cider products. Its stores also provide private label dietary supplements; body care products consisting of cosmetics, skin care, hair care, fragrance, and personal care products containing natural and organic ingredients; pet care and food products; books and handouts; and household and general merchandise, including cleaning supplies, paper products, and dish and laundry soaps, as well as other common household products, such as diapers. The company operates its retail stores under the Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage trademark. The company also offers science-based nutrition education programs to help customers make informed health and nutrition choices. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage has a trailing twelve months EPS of $1.02.
PE Ratio
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 15.48. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $15.48 for every dollar of annual earnings.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 14.23%.
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage is 39383 which is 27.3% below its average volume of 54173.
Revenue Growth
Year-on-year quarterly revenue growth grew by 7.6%, now sitting on 1.14B for the twelve trailing months.
Dividend Yield
According to Morningstar, Inc., the next dividend payment is on Nov 23, 2023, the estimated forward annual dividend rate is 0.4 and the estimated forward annual dividend yield is 2.53%.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage’s stock is valued at $15.79 at 07:23 EST, under its 52-week high of $17.49 and way higher than its 52-week low of $9.50.
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1% Payout Ratio
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Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, 1 has a trailing twelve months EPS of $1.
PE Ratio
1 has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 1. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $1 for every dollar of annual earnings.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 1%.
Volatility
1’s last week, last month’s, and last quarter’s current intraday variation average was 1.00%, 1.00%, and 1.00%.
1’s highest amplitude of average volatility was 1.00% (last week), 1.00% (last month), and 1.00% (last quarter).
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for 1 is 1 which is 1% above its average volume of 1.
