(VIANEWS) – WD-40 Company (WDFC), United-Guardian (UG), Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK) 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 guarantee of a future good investment but it’s an indicator of whether dividends are being paid and how the company chooses to issue them.
When researching 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. WD-40 Company (WDFC)
67.19% Payout Ratio
WD-40 Company develops and sells maintenance products, and homecare and cleaning products in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific. The company offers multi-purpose maintenance products, including aerosol sprays, non-aerosol trigger sprays, and in liquid-bulk form products under the WD-40 Multi-Use brand name for various consumer uses and industrial applications; and specialty maintenance products, such as penetrants, degreasers, corrosion inhibitors, greases, lubricants, and rust removers under the WD-40 Specialist brand, as well as various products under the WD-40 Bike brand name. It also provides multi-purpose and specialty drip oils, and spray lubricant products, as well as other specialty maintenance products under the 3-IN-ONE brand name; and professional spray maintenance products and lubricants for the bike market under the GT85 brand name. In addition, the company offers automatic toilet bowl cleaners under the 2000 Flushes brand name; aerosol and liquid trigger carpet stain and odor eliminators under the Spot Shot brand; room and rug deodorizers under the Carpet Fresh brand name; carpet and household cleaners, and rug and room deodorizers under the 1001 brand; heavy-duty hand cleaner products under the Lava brand name in the United States, as well as under the Solvol brand name in Australia; and liquid mildew stain removers and automatic toilet bowl cleaners under the X-14 brand name. It sells its products primarily through warehouse club stores, hardware stores, automotive parts outlets, industrial distributors and suppliers, mass retail and home center stores, value retailers, grocery stores, online retailers, farm supply, sport retailers, and independent bike dealers. WD-40 Company was founded in 1953 and is headquartered in San Diego, California.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, WD-40 Company has a trailing twelve months EPS of $5.09.
PE Ratio
WD-40 Company has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 47.13. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $47.13 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 32.44%.
2. United-Guardian (UG)
58.33% 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 $0.6.
PE Ratio
United-Guardian has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 18.17. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $18.17 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 25.96%.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
United-Guardian’s stock is valued at $10.90 at 02:23 EST, below its 52-week high of $11.26 and way higher than its 52-week low of $5.79.
Moving Average
United-Guardian’s worth is way higher than its 50-day moving average of $8.97 and way higher than its 200-day moving average of $8.00.
3. Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK)
38.73% Payout Ratio
Chesapeake Energy Corporation engages in the acquisition, exploration, and development of properties for the production of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids (NGL) from underground reservoirs in the United States. The company holds interests in natural gas resource plays, including the Marcellus in Northern Appalachian Basin in Pennsylvania; Haynesville located in Northwestern Louisiana; Eagle Ford in South Texas; Brazos Valley in Southeast Texas; and Powder River Basin in Wyoming. As of December 31, 2020, it owned interests in approximately 7,400 oil and natural gas wells, including 5,900 properties with working interest and 1,500 properties with royalty interest; and had estimated proved reserves of 60 Mmboe. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Chesapeake Energy Corporation has a trailing twelve months EPS of $7.5.
PE Ratio
Chesapeake Energy Corporation has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 10.8. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $10.8 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 10.07%.
Growth Estimates Quarters
The company’s growth estimates for the present quarter and the next is a negative 98.4% and a negative 79.8%, respectively.
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for Chesapeake Energy Corporation is 1537740 which is 5.04% below its average volume of 1619500.
Revenue Growth
Year-on-year quarterly revenue growth declined by 57.2%, now sitting on 4.84B for the twelve trailing months.
Moving Average
Chesapeake Energy Corporation’s worth is under its 50-day moving average of $86.22 and under its 200-day moving average of $83.36.
4. S&T Bancorp (STBA)
36.83% Payout Ratio
S&T Bancorp, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for S&T Bank that provides retail and commercial banking products and services. The company operates through six segments: Commercial Real Estate, Commercial and Industrial, Business banking, Commercial Construction, Consumer Real Estate, and Other Consumer. The company accepts time and demand deposits; and offers commercial and consumer loans, cash management services, and brokerage and trust services, as well as acts as guardian and custodian of employee benefits. It also manages private investment accounts for individuals and institutions. In addition, the company distributes life insurance and long-term disability income insurance products, as well as offers title insurance agency services to commercial customers. As of December 31, 2020, it operated 76 banking branches and 5 loan production offices located in Western Pennsylvania, Eastern Pennsylvania, Northeast Ohio, Central Ohio, and Upstate New York. S&T Bancorp, Inc. was founded in 1902 and is headquartered in Indiana, Pennsylvania.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, S&T Bancorp has a trailing twelve months EPS of $3.53.
PE Ratio
S&T Bancorp has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 10.05. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $10.05 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 10.8%.
Growth Estimates Quarters
The company’s growth estimates for the current quarter and the next is a negative 16.9% and a negative 14.9%, respectively.
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for S&T Bancorp is 202433 which is 48.81% above its average volume of 136032.
5. Royce Value Trust (RVT)
36.27% Payout Ratio
Royce Value Trust Inc. is a close ended equity mutual fund launched and managed by Royce & Associates, LLC. It invests in the public equity markets of the United States. The fund spreads its investments across diversified sectors. It invests in value oriented stocks of small cap and micro cap companies. The fund benchmarks the performance of its portfolio against the Russell 2000 Index. Royce Value Trust Inc. was formed on July 1, 1986 and is domiciled in the United States.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, Royce Value Trust has a trailing twelve months EPS of $2.95.
PE Ratio
Royce Value Trust has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 5.37. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $5.37 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 19%.
Revenue Growth
Year-on-year quarterly revenue growth declined by 5.6%, now sitting on 22.28M for the twelve trailing months.
Yearly Top and Bottom Value
Royce Value Trust’s stock is valued at $15.83 at 02:23 EST, under its 52-week high of $15.98 and way higher than its 52-week low of $11.85.
Moving Average
Royce Value Trust’s value is higher than its 50-day moving average of $14.76 and way higher than its 200-day moving average of $14.09.
Volume
Today’s last reported volume for Royce Value Trust is 200226 which is 0.63% above its average volume of 198959.
6. ACNB Corporation (ACNB)
33.62% Payout Ratio
ACNB Corporation, a financial holding company, offers banking, insurance, and financial services to individual, business, and government customers in the United States. The company provides checking, savings, and money market deposit accounts, as well as time deposits and debit cards. It also offers commercial lending products, such as commercial mortgages, real estate development and construction loans, accounts receivable and inventory financing, and agricultural and governmental loans; consumer lending products, including home equity loans and lines of credit, automobile and recreational vehicle loans, manufactured housing loans, and personal lines of credit; and mortgage lending programs include personal residential mortgages, and residential construction and investment mortgage loans. In addition, the company provides other services that are related to testamentary trusts, life insurance trusts, charitable remainder trusts, guardianships, powers of attorney, custodial accounts, and investment management and advisory accounts; and retail brokerage services. Further, it acts as a trustee to invest in, protect, manage, and distribute financial assets. Additionally, the company offers property and casualty, health, life, and disability insurance products to commercial and individual clients; and online, telephone, and mobile banking, as well as automated teller machine services. ACNB Corporation was founded in 1857 and is headquartered in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.
Earnings Per Share
As for profitability, ACNB Corporation has a trailing twelve months EPS of $3.45.
PE Ratio
ACNB Corporation has a trailing twelve months price to earnings ratio of 11.16. Meaning, the purchaser of the share is investing $11.16 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 10.99%.
Dividend Yield
According to Morningstar, Inc., the next dividend payment is on May 31, 2024, the estimated forward annual dividend rate is 1.28 and the estimated forward annual dividend yield is 3.01%.
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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.
Revenue Growth
Year-on-year quarterly revenue growth grew by 1%, now sitting on 1 for the twelve trailing months.
Growth Estimates Quarters
The company’s growth estimates for the current quarter and the next is 1% and 1%, respectively.
