Diageo plc
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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
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.
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Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
April 16, 2026
Next Payment Date
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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%
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