Trend towards US buybacks debunks dividends myth (The Aust 21/05/19)

One of the positive outcomes from the franking credit debate is the decision by some investors to establish more disciplined asset allocation in their investment decisions and, indeed, to look more closely at international equities.

When looking at buybacks and dividends in the US market as total payouts, the real situation debunks the common view that Australian companies have a high payout ratio relative to US equities.