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DGE.L

Diageo plc

EURO STOXX 600
DGE.L|Consumer Defensive|Beverages - Wineries & Distilleries|£13.61|P/E 17.3|MCap 30.9B|LSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Diageo plc

Diageo plc is a British multinational alcoholic beverage company headquartered in London, England. It stands as a global leader in premium drinks, offering over 200 brands sold in nearly 180 countries, including iconic spirits like Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff, Guinness, Tanqueray, Baileys, Captain Morgan, and Don Julio, alongside tequila, rum, gin, vodka, and Scotch whisky. The company produces a diverse portfolio spanning high-end premium products to more accessible options, with a strong emphasis on Scotch whisky, where it operates numerous distilleries producing a significant portion of global output. Diageo plc maintains over 110 manufacturing sites worldwide, including distilleries, breweries, and bottling plants, and distributes through wholesalers, retailers, online marketplaces, and its own e-commerce platform. It caters to evolving consumer trends such as premiumisation, moderation with non-alcoholic innovations like Tanqueray 0.0, convenience in ready-to-drink formats, cocktail culture, and luxury experiences. Committed to its Spirit of Progress ESG plan, Diageo plc focuses on positive drinking education, diversity and inclusion, grain-to-glass sustainability, and responsible operations across Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Caribbean.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

5.71%

Annual Dividend

£0.79

Frequency

Semi-Annual

Payout Ratio

94.92%

FCF Payout Ratio

85.59%

Stock Price

£13.61

52-Week Range

£13.50 £22.15

Dividend Health Score

64/ 100Safe

DGE.L's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 1.6x current ratio & 19.7% return on equity. Areas of concern: 94.9% earnings payout ratio & 85.6% fcf payout ratio.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Warning
Earnings Payout Ratio
94.9%Warning
FCF Payout Ratio
85.6%Warning
CFO Payout Ratio
83.1%Warning
Interest Coverage
4.2xCaution

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
45.0%Caution
Current Ratio
1.6xSafe
Debt-to-Equity
177.4Caution

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
19.7%Safe
Operating Margin
31.3%Very Safe
Gross Margin
60.1%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
ModerateCaution

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
2.3%Caution
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

DGE.L annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

DGE.L earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

April 16, 2026

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

0.96%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

2.32%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

13.81%

3-Year Total Growth

2.90%

5-Year Total Growth

12.18%

10-Year Total Growth

264.60%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

£1,361.00

Annual Income

£79.39

Quarterly Income

£19.85

Monthly Income

£6.62

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is DGE.L's current dividend yield?
Diageo plc (DGE.L) currently has a dividend yield of 5.71%, based on a stock price of £13.61 and an annual dividend of £0.79.
When is DGE.L's next dividend payment date?
DGE.L's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-16 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does DGE.L pay in dividends per year?
Diageo plc paid £0.78 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid semi-annual.
Has DGE.L been increasing its dividend?
Diageo plc has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 2.32% and a 10-year CAGR of 13.81%.
Is DGE.L's dividend safe?
Diageo plc has a payout ratio of 94.92%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is DGE.L's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Diageo 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 defensive companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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