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Croda International Plc

EURO STOXX 600

CRDA.L/Basic Materials · Specialty Chemicals/LSE

Dividend Yield

3.62%

£1.11 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price£31.75P/E70.5MCap43.367Last update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

52/ 100Caution

CRDA.L's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 15.4% net debt / total assets & 2.0x current ratio. Areas of concern: 250.0% earnings payout ratio & 93.0% fcf payout ratio.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Debt-to-Equity: 31.6Conservative debt level relative to equity.
  • Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
  • Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.

Risks

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 250.0%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 120.6%Operating cash flow leaves little room for the payout.
  • Return on Equity: 2.9%Return on equity is below industry norms.

Payout & Coverage

Warning
93.0%Warning
120.6%Danger

Balance Sheet

Safe

Profitability

Warning
-1.9%Danger
43.9%Safe

Dividend Track Record

Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe

About Croda International Plc

Croda International Plc is a British speciality chemicals company founded in 1925 and headquartered in Snaith, England. It specializes in developing and manufacturing high-performance ingredients using smart science to improve lives, serving as a key supplier to global brands across diverse industries. The company produces surfactants for cosmetic creams and lotions, dietary supplements featuring speciality lipids like omega-3 oils, and fatty acid amides that enhance plastic slip properties. Its portfolio extends to pharmaceuticals, crop care, fragrances, flavours, seed enhancement, coatings, polymers, and adhesives, emphasizing sustainability and innovation through customer collaboration at innovation centres worldwide. With over 6,100 employees operating 24 principal manufacturing sites and 92 locations across countries including the UK, US, Brazil, Singapore, India, and Japan, Croda International Plc maintains a decentralised model for efficient production and proximity to markets. Committed to responsible practices, it focuses on renewable bio-based products, decarbonisation roadmaps, and ethical operations, playing a vital role in advancing consumer care and life sciences sectors.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.62%

Annual Dividend

£1.11

Frequency

Semi-Annual

Payout Ratio

250.00%

FCF Payout Ratio

92.98%

52-Week Range

£24.27 - £33.12

Dividend History (2016–2025)

CRDA.L annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

CRDA.L earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

April 9, 2026

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

2.36%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

4.28%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

3.94%

3-Year Total Growth

7.25%

5-Year Total Growth

23.33%

10-Year Total Growth

47.18%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

£3,175.00

Annual Income

£111.00

Quarterly Income

£27.75

Monthly Income

£9.25

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CRDA.L's current dividend yield?
Croda International Plc (CRDA.L) currently has a dividend yield of 3.62%, based on a stock price of £31.75 and an annual dividend of £1.11.
When is CRDA.L's next dividend payment date?
CRDA.L's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-09 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does CRDA.L pay in dividends per year?
Croda International Plc paid £1.11 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid semi-annual.
Has CRDA.L been increasing its dividend?
Croda International Plc has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 4.28% and a 10-year CAGR of 3.94%.
Is CRDA.L's dividend safe?
Croda International Plc has a payout ratio of 250.00%. The payout ratio is above 100%, which may indicate the company is paying more in dividends than it earns. This could be unsustainable long-term.
How is CRDA.L's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Croda International Plc's dividend sustainability across four categories: Payout & Coverage (30%), Balance Sheet (20%), Profitability (20%), and Dividend Track Record (30%). Each metric is rated from "Very Safe" to "Danger" based on industry-standard thresholds, with sector-specific adjustments for basic materials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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