(VIANEWS) – United-Guardian (UG), Northern Technologies International Corporation (NTIC), Fomento Economico Mexicano S.A.B. de C.V. (FMX) are the highest payout ratio stocks on this list.
We have collected information about 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. United-Guardian (UG)
156.92% Payout Ratio
United-Guardian, Inc. manufactures and markets cosmetic ingredients, pharmaceuticals, medical lubricants, and specialty industrial products in the United States and internationally. It offers cosmetic ingredients, including LUBRAJEL line of water-based moisturizing and lubricating gel formulations; LUBRAJEL NATURAL consisting of natural ingredients for cosmetic use; LUBRAJEL MARINE; LUBRASIL II SB, a special formulation of LUBRAJEL in which silicone oil is incorporated into a LUBRAJEL base; LUBRAJEL II XD; B-122, a powdered lubricant that is used in the manufacture of pressed powders, eyeliners, rouges, and industrial products; KLENSOFT, a surfactant, which is used in shampoos, shower gels, makeup removers, and other cosmetic formulations; and ORCHID COMPLEX, an oil-soluble base for skin creams, lotions, cleansers, and other cosmetics. The company's medical lubricants comprise LUBRAJEL RR and RC, which are water-based lubricant gels for urinary catheters; LUBRAJEL MG to lubricate urinary catheters, pre-lubricated enema tips, and other medical devices; LUBRAJEL LC and LUBRAJEL FA that are LUBRAJEL formulations for oral care; and LUBRAJEL FLUID to lubricate water-soluble products. Its pharmaceutical products consist of RENACIDIN, a prescription drug to prevent and dissolve calcifications in urethral catheters and the urinary bladder; and CLORPACTIN WCS-90, an antimicrobial product to treat infections in the urinary bladder, and localized infections in the peritoneum, as well as eye, ear, nose and throat, and sinuses. The company's industrial products include DESELEX, a sequestering and chelating agent used for manufacturing detergents; and THOROCLENS, a chlorine-based industrial cleanser. It also conducts research and development primarily related to the development of cosmetic ingredients. The company markets its products through marketing partners, distributors, and wholesalers. United-Guardian, Inc. was founded in 1942 and is based in Hauppauge, New York.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, United-Guardian has a trailing twelve months EPS of $0.72.
PE Ratio
United-Guardian has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 12.6. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $12.6 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 27.71%.
Moving Average
United-Guardian’s value is way below its 50-day moving average of $11.11 and way below its 200-day moving average of $13.16.
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for United-Guardian is 36162 which is 517.2% above its average volume of 5859.
2. Northern Technologies International Corporation (NTIC)
112% Payout Ratio
Northern Technologies International Corporation develops and markets rust and corrosion inhibiting products and services in North America, South America, Europe, Asia, the Middle East and internationally. It offers rust and corrosion inhibiting products, such as plastic and paper packaging, liquids, coatings, rust removers, cleaners, diffusers, and engineered solutions designed for the oil and gas industry under the ZERUST brand. The company also provides a portfolio of biobased and certified compostable polymer resin compounds and finished products under the Natur-Tec brand. In addition, it offers on-site and technical consulting for rust and corrosion prevention issues. The company sells its products and services to automotive, electronics, electrical, mechanical, military, retail consumer, and oil and gas markets through direct sales force, network of independent distributors and agents, manufacturer's sales representatives, strategic partners, and joint venture. Northern Technologies International Corporation was founded in 1970 and is headquartered in Circle Pines, Minnesota.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Northern Technologies International Corporation has a trailing twelve months EPS of $0.24.
PE Ratio
Northern Technologies International Corporation has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 49.21. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $49.21 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 4.51%.
Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization
Northern Technologies International Corporation’s EBITDA is 98.59.
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for Northern Technologies International Corporation is 6351 which is 28.02% below its average volume of 8824.
3. Fomento Economico Mexicano S.A.B. de C.V. (FMX)
43.42% Payout Ratio
Fomento Económico Mexicano, S.A.B. de C.V., through its subsidiaries, operates as a bottler of Coca-Cola trademark beverages. The company produces, markets, and distributes Coca-Cola trademark beverages in Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Venezuela, Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay. It also operates small-box retail chain stores in Mexico, Colombia, Peru, Chile, and Brazil under the OXXO name; retail service stations for fuels, motor oils, lubricants, and car care products under the OXXO GAS name in Mexico; and drugstores in Chile, Colombia, Ecuador, and Mexico under the Cruz Verde, Fybeca, SanaSana, YZA, La Moderna, and Farmacon names. In addition, the company is involved in the production and distribution of chillers, commercial refrigeration equipment, plastic boxes, food processing, and preservation and weighing equipment; and provision of logistic transportation, distribution and maintenance, point-of-sale refrigeration, and plastics solutions, as well as distribution platform for cleaning products and consumables. As of December 31, 2021, it operated 20,431 OXXO stores; 3,652 drugstores; and 567 OXXO GAS service stations. Fomento Económico Mexicano, S.A.B. de C.V. was founded in 1890 and is based in Monterrey, Mexico.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Fomento Economico Mexicano S.A.B. de C.V. has a trailing twelve months EPS of $-0.27.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is 11.26%.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
Fomento Economico Mexicano S.A.B. de C.V.’s stock is valued at $89.71 at 02:23 EST, below its 52-week high of $95.81 and way higher than its 52-week low of $58.73.
Dividend Yield
According to Morningstar, Inc., the next dividend payment is on Nov 2, 2022, the estimated forward annual dividend rate is 1.71 and the estimated forward annual dividend yield is 2.09%.
Growth Estimates Quarters
The company’s growth estimates for the present quarter and the next is 28.6% and 48.1%, respectively.
Sales Growth
Fomento Economico Mexicano S.A.B. de C.V.’s sales growth is 22.9% for the present quarter and 20.4% for the next.
4. NewMarket (NEU)
30.25% Payout Ratio
NewMarket Corporation, through its subsidiaries, engages in the petroleum additives business. The company offers lubricant additives for use in various vehicle and industrial applications, including engine oils, transmission fluids, off-road powertrain and hydraulic systems, gear oils, hydraulic oils, turbine oils, and other applications where metal-to-metal moving parts are utilized; engine oil additives designed for passenger cars, motorcycles, on and off-road heavy duty commercial equipment, locomotives, and engines in ocean-going vessels; driveline additives designed for products, such as transmission fluids, axle fluids, and off-road powertrain fluids; and industrial additives designed for products for industrial applications consisting of hydraulic fluids, grease, industrial gear fluids, and industrial specialty applications, such as turbine oils. It also provides fuel additives that are used to enhance the oil refining process and the performance of gasoline, diesel, biofuels, and other fuels to industry, government, original equipment manufacturers, and individual customers. In addition, the company engages in the antiknock compounds business, as well as contracted manufacturing and services activities; and owns and manages a real property in Virginia. It operates in North America, Latin America, the Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and India. NewMarket Corporation was founded in 1887 and is headquartered in Richmond, Virginia.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, NewMarket has a trailing twelve months EPS of $23.32.
PE Ratio
NewMarket has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 15.26. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $15.26 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 36.67%.
Dividend Yield
As stated by Morningstar, Inc., the next dividend payment is on Dec 13, 2022, the estimated forward annual dividend rate is 8.4 and the estimated forward annual dividend yield is 2.4%.
