British Land Company PLC
EURO STOXX 600Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32
Dividend Safety Rating
BLND.L's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 50.5% earnings payout ratio & 58.4% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 0.3x current ratio & Unstable profit margin stability. The dividend has been growing at a 23.44% 5-year CAGR. As a REIT, higher payout ratios are normal since they are required to distribute most taxable income.
Based on 14 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 50.5%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- Debt-to-Equity: 50.3Conservative debt level relative to equity.
- Operating Margin: 64.8%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.
Risks
- Current Ratio: 0.3xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
- Profit Margin Stability: UnstableProfit margins have been volatile.
- Earnings Stability: UnstableEarnings have been volatile, pressuring the dividend.
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SafeAbout British Land Company PLC
British Land Company PLC is a leading UK real estate investment trust (REIT) specializing in the ownership, management, development, and financing of high-quality commercial properties. Founded in 1856 and headquartered in London, the company focuses on sectors with robust operational fundamentals, including office-led campuses in Central London, retail parks across the UK, and London urban logistics. Its diversified portfolio, valued at approximately £15.2 billion as of late 2025 (British Land share: £9.5 billion), features prominent assets like the Broadgate Estate, Regent's Place, and mixed-use developments such as Canada Water, which integrates offices, retail, residential, leisure, and public spaces. British Land emphasizes sustainability through initiatives in greener spaces, thriving communities, and responsible governance, creating 'Places People Prefer' that deliver long-term value for stakeholders. As a FTSE 100 constituent, it plays a pivotal role in the UK property market, managing properties leased to major retailers and driving urban regeneration projects.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
5.84%
Annual Dividend
£0.23
Frequency
Semi-Annual
Payout Ratio
50.55%
FCF Payout Ratio
58.40%
Stock Price
£3.92
52-Week Range
£3.19 – £4.32
Dividend History (2016–2025)
BLND.L annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
BLND.L earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
December 4, 2025
Next Payment Date
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Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
-0.46%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
23.44%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
-1.95%
3-Year Total Growth
-1.38%
5-Year Total Growth
186.63%
10-Year Total Growth
-17.85%
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