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CPG.L

Compass Group plc

EURO STOXX 600
CPG.L|Consumer Cyclical|Restaurants|£21.12|P/E 25.7|MCap 35.9B|LSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Compass Group plc

Compass Group plc is a British multinational contract foodservice company headquartered in Chertsey, England, recognized as the largest in Europe. It specializes in outsourced food services and support services, operating in over 25 countries with approximately 590,000 employees and generating underlying revenues exceeding $46 billion in the 2025 fiscal year. The company serves diverse sectors including Business & Industry, Healthcare & Senior Living, Education, Sports & Leisure, and Defence, Offshore & Remote, delivering innovative dining solutions, vending, cleaning, and facilities management through a portfolio of brands like Eurest, Chartwells, Bon Appétit Management Company, and Morrison Management Specialists. Compass Group plc caters to offices, factories, schools, universities, hospitals, sports venues, mining camps, prisons, and offshore platforms, emphasizing nutrition, safety, and bespoke services to enhance client and consumer experiences worldwide. Listed on the London Stock Exchange as a FTSE 100 constituent, it plays a pivotal role in the global foodservice industry, leveraging its scale for efficient procurement and sustainable growth.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.30%

Annual Dividend

£0.48

Frequency

Semi-Annual

Payout Ratio

56.36%

FCF Payout Ratio

42.32%

Stock Price

£21.12

52-Week Range

£20.00 £27.48

Dividend Health Score

59/ 100Caution

CPG.L's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 56.4% earnings payout ratio & 42.3% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 0.7x current ratio & 6.5% operating margin. The dividend has been growing at a 12.33% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
56.4%Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
42.3%Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
32.2%Safe
Interest Coverage
7.8xSafe

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
24.0%Safe
Current Ratio
0.7xWarning
Debt-to-Equity
90.7Safe

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
25.6%Very Safe
Operating Margin
6.5%Warning
Gross Margin
33.4%Caution
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
4 yrsCaution
Dividend Cut
YesDanger
5-Year Dividend CAGR
12.3%Very Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

CPG.L annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

CPG.L earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

January 15, 2026

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

27.17%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

12.33%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

4.93%

3-Year Total Growth

105.64%

5-Year Total Growth

78.88%

10-Year Total Growth

61.78%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

£2,112.00

Annual Income

£48.45

Quarterly Income

£12.11

Monthly Income

£4.04

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CPG.L's current dividend yield?
Compass Group plc (CPG.L) currently has a dividend yield of 2.30%, based on a stock price of £21.12 and an annual dividend of £0.48.
When is CPG.L's next dividend payment date?
CPG.L's next ex-dividend date is 2026-01-15 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does CPG.L pay in dividends per year?
Compass Group plc paid £0.48 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid semi-annual.
Has CPG.L been increasing its dividend?
Compass Group plc has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 12.33% and a 10-year CAGR of 4.93%.
Is CPG.L's dividend safe?
Compass Group plc has a payout ratio of 56.36%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is CPG.L's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Compass Group plc's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (40%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (20%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for consumer cyclical companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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