Is Spark New Zealand Limited's (NZSE:SPK) Stock Performance Affected by Its Mixed Financial Results?
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Sep 13 2025
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Source: Yahoo Finance
Spark New Zealand's Share Price Decline: Spark New Zealand's share price has dropped 7.4%, raising concerns about its financial performance despite a respectable return on equity (ROE) of 17%, significantly higher than the industry average of 3.4%.
Dividend Payout and Earnings Growth: The company has a high payout ratio of 116%, indicating it pays dividends beyond its earnings, which may hinder growth. Analysts expect future earnings growth despite past declines, suggesting potential for improvement in the company's financial health.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
