DCC plc
EURO STOXX 600DCC.L/Energy · Oil & Gas Refining & Marketing/LSE
Dividend Yield
3.52%
£2.17 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
DCC.L's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 53.7% fcf payout ratio & 36.3% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 4.7% operating margin & 13.3% gross margin. The dividend has been growing at a 7.26% 5-year CAGR.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
- Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 53.7%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
Risks
- Operating Margin: 4.7%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
- Gross Margin: 13.3%Gross margin is low and limits flexibility.
Payout & Coverage
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Very SafeAbout DCC plc
DCC plc is a leading Irish international sales, marketing, and support services group headquartered in Dublin. Founded in 1976 as a venture capital firm, it evolved into a diversified conglomerate operating primarily in energy, with historical involvement in healthcare and technology sectors. The company's core energy division, encompassing brands like Certas Energy, Flogas, and Certa, specializes in the provision, storage, and distribution of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG), fuels, home heating oils, and retail forecourt operations across Europe, including the UK, Ireland, France, Sweden, and Norway. This segment leverages extensive logistics networks to serve residential, commercial, and industrial customers, addressing essential energy needs amid regulated markets. Following a 2024 strategic review, DCC plc divested its healthcare and technology businesses to refocus exclusively on energy, enhancing operational simplicity and targeting profit growth through decarbonisation solutions and renewables. With a presence in multiple international markets, DCC plc plays a significant role in Europe's fuel supply chain, supporting steady demand for critical energy products while adapting to evolving sustainability trends.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
3.52%
Annual Dividend
£2.17
Frequency
Semi-Annual
Payout Ratio
72.88%
FCF Payout Ratio
53.67%
52-Week Range
£41.88 - £63.45
Dividend History (2016–2025)
DCC.L annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
DCC.L earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
May 28, 2026
Next Payment Date
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Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
5.23%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
7.26%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
20.30%
3-Year Total Growth
16.52%
5-Year Total Growth
41.95%
10-Year Total Growth
534.72%
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