(VIANEWS) – Putnam High Income Securities Fund (PCF), MFS Intermediate High Income Fund (CIF), First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK) are the highest payout ratio stocks on this list.
Here’s the data we’ve collected of stocks with a high payout ratio up to now. The payout ratio in itself isn’t a promise of a future good investment but it’s an indicator of whether dividends are being paid and how the company chooses to distribute them.
When investigating a potential investment, the dividend payout ratio is a good statistic to know so here is a list of some companies with an above 30% payout ratio.
1. Putnam High Income Securities Fund (PCF)
115.9% Payout Ratio
High Income Securities Fund is a closed-ended balanced income mutual fund launched and managed by Putnam Investment Management, LLC. The fund is co-managed by Putnam Investments Limited. It invests in the fixed income markets of the United States. The fund seeks to invest in stocks of companies operating across diversified sectors. It invests in both convertible bonds and convertible preferred stocks. The fund benchmarks the performance of its portfolio against a composite index comprising of 50% JPMorgan Developed High Yield Index and 50% BofA Merrill Lynch AllConvertibles Speculative Quality Index. The fund was formerly known as Putnam High Income Securities Fund High Income Securities Fund was formed on July 9, 1987 and is domiciled in the United States.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Putnam High Income Securities Fund has a trailing twelve months EPS of $0.61.
PE Ratio
Putnam High Income Securities Fund has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 10.9. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $10.9 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 4.4%.
Moving Average
Putnam High Income Securities Fund’s worth is under its 50-day moving average of $6.65 and above its 200-day moving average of $6.55.
2. MFS Intermediate High Income Fund (CIF)
86.64% Payout Ratio
MFS Intermediate High Income Fund is a closed ended fixed income mutual fund launched and managed by Massachusetts Financial Services Company. The fund invests in fixed income markets of the United States. It primarily invests in high income debt instruments. The fund benchmarks the performance of its portfolio against Barclays U.S. High-Yield Corporate 2% Issuer Capped Index. It was formerly known as Colonial Intermediate High Income Fund. MFS Intermediate High Income Fund was founded in July 21, 1988 and is domiciled in United States.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, MFS Intermediate High Income Fund has a trailing twelve months EPS of $0.2.
PE Ratio
MFS Intermediate High Income Fund has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 8.88. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $8.88 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 10.9%.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
MFS Intermediate High Income Fund’s stock is valued at $1.77 at 14:23 EST, under its 52-week high of $1.78 and way above its 52-week low of $1.47.
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for MFS Intermediate High Income Fund is 8903 which is 77.4% below its average volume of 39396.
Dividend Yield
As maintained by Morningstar, Inc., the next dividend payment is on Aug 13, 2024, the estimated forward annual dividend rate is 0.17 and the estimated forward annual dividend yield is 9.79%.
3. First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK)
77.05% Payout Ratio
First Interstate BancSystem, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for First Interstate Bank that provides range of banking products and services in the United States. It offers various traditional depository products, including checking, savings, and time deposits; and repurchase agreements primarily for commercial and municipal depositors. The company also offers real estate loans comprising commercial real estate, construction, residential, agricultural, and other real estate loans; consumer loans comprising direct personal loans, credit card loans and lines of credit, and indirect loans; variable and fixed rate commercial loans for small and medium-sized manufacturing, wholesale, retail, and service businesses for working capital needs and business expansions; and agricultural loans. In addition, it provides a range of trust, employee benefit, investment management, insurance, agency, and custodial services to individuals, businesses, and nonprofit organizations. Further, the company offers marketing, credit review, loan servicing, credit cards issuance and servicing, mortgage loan sales and servicing, indirect consumer loan purchasing and processing, loan collection services, other operational, and specialized staff support services, as well as online and mobile banking services. The company serves individuals, businesses, municipalities, and other entities in various industries, including agriculture, construction, education, governmental services, healthcare, hospitality, housing, professional services, real estate development, retail, technology, tourism, and wholesale trade. First Interstate BancSystem, Inc. was incorporated in 1971 and is headquartered in Billings, Montana.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, First Interstate BancSystem has a trailing twelve months EPS of $2.44.
PE Ratio
First Interstate BancSystem has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 12.73. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $12.73 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 7.96%.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
First Interstate BancSystem’s stock is valued at $31.05 at 14:23 EST, below its 52-week high of $33.00 and way higher than its 52-week low of $20.81.
Dividend Yield
As claimed by Morningstar, Inc., the next dividend payment is on Aug 5, 2024, the estimated forward annual dividend rate is 1.88 and the estimated forward annual dividend yield is 6.05%.
Sales Growth
First Interstate BancSystem’s sales growth for the next quarter is 0.9%.
4. Mesabi Trust (MSB)
61.79% Payout Ratio
Mesabi Trust, a royalty trust, engages in iron ore mining business in the United States. The company was incorporated in 1961 and is based in New York, New York.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Mesabi Trust has a trailing twelve months EPS of $1.63.
PE Ratio
Mesabi Trust has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 10.79. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $10.79 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 129.51%.
Dividend Yield
As stated by Morningstar, Inc., the next dividend payment is on Apr 29, 2024, the estimated forward annual dividend rate is 1.01 and the estimated forward annual dividend yield is 5.86%.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
Mesabi Trust’s stock is valued at $17.59 at 14:23 EST, way below its 52-week high of $22.39 and way above its 52-week low of $15.93.
5. Allegiant Travel Company (ALGT)
57.51% Payout Ratio
Allegiant Travel Company, a leisure travel company, provides travel services and products to residents of under-served cities in the United States. The company offers scheduled air transportation on limited-frequency, nonstop flights between under-served cities and leisure destinations. As of February 14, 2022, it operated a fleet of 110 Airbus A320 series aircraft. The company also provides air-related services and products in conjunction with air transportation, including baggage fees, advance seat assignments, travel protection products, priority boarding, a customer convenience fee, food and beverage purchases on board, and other air-related services, as well as use of its call center for purchases. In addition, it offers third party travel products, such as hotel rooms and ground transportation, such as rental cars and hotel shuttle products; and air transportation services through fixed fee agreements and charter service on a year-round and ad-hoc basis. Further, the company operates a golf course. Allegiant Travel Company was founded in 1997 and is based in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Allegiant Travel Company has a trailing twelve months EPS of $-0.87.
The company’s return on equity, which measures the profitability of a business relative to shareholder’s equity, for the twelve trailing months is negative -1.05%.
6. United-Guardian (UG)
49.3% 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 $0.71.
PE Ratio
United-Guardian has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 17.1. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $17.1 for every dollar of annual earnings.
Moving Average
United-Guardian’s value is way above its 50-day moving average of $10.30 and way higher than its 200-day moving average of $8.60.
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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).
Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization
1’s EBITDA is 1.
Growth Estimates Quarters
The company’s growth estimates for the present quarter and the next is 1% and 1%, respectively.
