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CRH plc

S&P 500
CRH|Basic Materials|Building Materials|$113.76|P/E 21.1|MCap 76.0B|NYSE

Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32

Dividend Safety Rating

74/ 100Safe

CRH's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 27.8% earnings payout ratio & 16.5% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: -0.0% operating margin & -4.0% 5-year dividend cagr.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 27.8%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 16.5%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 27.1%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.

Risks

  • Operating Margin: -0.0%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
  • 5-Year Dividend CAGR: -4.0%Dividend growth has been weak or negative.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
27.8%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
16.5%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
27.1%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
6.9xSafe

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
26.8%Safe
Current Ratio
1.6xSafe
Debt-to-Equity
83.2Safe

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
15.8%Safe
Operating Margin
-0.0%Danger
Gross Margin
27.8%Caution
Profit Margin Stability
ModerateCaution

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
-4.0%Danger
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

About CRH plc

CRH plc is a leading global provider of building materials, headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. Formed in 1970 through the merger of Cement Limited and Roadstone Limited, it specializes in producing essential construction materials such as aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, and infrastructural components. The company operates approximately 4,000 locations across 28 countries, with a significant presence in North America, where it generates the majority of its net income, alongside operations in Europe, Australia, and the Philippines. In 2024, its revenues were evenly split among residential construction (35%), non-residential construction (30%), and infrastructure (35%). CRH plc holds market leadership in key sectors like asphalt manufacturing, ready-mix concrete, and concrete pipe production, particularly in the US. Notable brands include Oldcastle Infrastructure, Tarmac, Irish Cement, and Ash Grove Cement Company. Through strategic acquisitions, such as Ash Grove Cement and recent expansions in Texas and Australia, CRH plc supports critical infrastructure, roads, utilities, commercial buildings, and outdoor living projects worldwide.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.67%

Annual Dividend

$0.76

Frequency

Semi-Annual

Payout Ratio

27.83%

FCF Payout Ratio

16.54%

Stock Price

$113.76

52-Week Range

$86.83 $131.55

Dividend History (2016–2025)

CRH annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

CRH earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

May 15, 2026

Next Payment Date

June 17, 2026

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-15.35%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

-4.01%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

0.71%

3-Year Total Growth

-39.34%

5-Year Total Growth

-18.51%

10-Year Total Growth

7.34%

Income Calculator

CRH Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

$11,376.00

Annual Income

$76.00

Quarterly Income

$19.00

Monthly Income

$6.33

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CRH's current dividend yield?
CRH plc (CRH) currently has a dividend yield of 0.67%, based on a stock price of $113.76 and an annual dividend of $0.76.
When is CRH's next dividend payment date?
CRH's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-15 and the next payment date is 2026-06-17. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does CRH pay in dividends per year?
CRH plc paid $0.74 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid semi-annual.
Has CRH been increasing its dividend?
CRH plc has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of -4.01% and a 10-year CAGR of 0.71%.
Is CRH's dividend safe?
CRH plc has a payout ratio of 27.83%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 16.54%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is CRH's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates CRH 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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