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Diploma PLC

EURO STOXX 600

DPLM.L/Industrials · Industrial Distribution/LSE

Dividend Yield

0.89%

£0.63 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price£71.50P/E50.2MCap96.816Last update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

93/ 100Very Safe

DPLM.L's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 44.3% earnings payout ratio & 31.9% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 14.95% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 44.3%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 31.9%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 25.0%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.

Risks

No material risks identified across rated metrics.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
44.3%Very Safe
31.9%Very Safe
25.0%Very Safe
10.7xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Very Safe
2.1xVery Safe
47.5Very Safe

Profitability

Safe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
14.9%Very Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About Diploma PLC

Diploma PLC is a British public limited company specializing in the supply of highly specialized technical products and services to diverse industries worldwide. Organized into three main sectors—Controls, Seals, and Life Sciences—it provides essential consumables, instrumentation, seals, gaskets, filters, specialized wiring, connectors, fasteners, and control devices. These offerings serve sectors including healthcare, environmental management, heavy mobile machinery, industrial equipment, aerospace, renewables, infrastructure, and more. With a decentralized model, Diploma PLC empowers local management teams for agile execution and continuous improvement, fostering strong customer relationships through value-added distribution, technical expertise, and bespoke solutions. Founded in 1931 and headquartered in London, England, the company operates across the UK, North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, and other regions, employing approximately 3,390 people. As a FTSE 100 constituent in the industrials sector, specifically industrial distribution, Diploma PLC plays a key role in global supply chains by delivering compounding growth and resilient performance.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.89%

Annual Dividend

£0.63

Frequency

Semi-Annual

Payout Ratio

44.25%

FCF Payout Ratio

31.87%

52-Week Range

£47.94 - £72.95

Dividend History (2016–2025)

DPLM.L annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

DPLM.L earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 28, 2026

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

10.10%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

14.95%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

12.71%

3-Year Total Growth

33.48%

5-Year Total Growth

100.67%

10-Year Total Growth

230.77%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

£7,150.00

Annual Income

£63.20

Quarterly Income

£15.80

Monthly Income

£5.27

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is DPLM.L's current dividend yield?
Diploma PLC (DPLM.L) currently has a dividend yield of 0.89%, based on a stock price of £71.50 and an annual dividend of £0.63.
When is DPLM.L's next dividend payment date?
DPLM.L's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-28 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does DPLM.L pay in dividends per year?
Diploma PLC paid £0.60 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid semi-annual.
Has DPLM.L been increasing its dividend?
Diploma PLC has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 14.95% and a 10-year CAGR of 12.71%.
Is DPLM.L's dividend safe?
Diploma PLC has a payout ratio of 44.25%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is DPLM.L's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Diploma 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 industrials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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