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DRX.L

Drax Group plc

EURO STOXX 600
DRX.L|Utilities|Utilities - Renewable|£8.65|P/E 43.9|MCap 3.0B|LSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Drax Group plc

Drax Group plc is a leading UK-based renewable energy company specializing in power generation, sustainable biomass pellet production, and carbon dioxide removal technologies. Its primary function is to generate renewable electricity, primarily through biomass at the Drax Power Station in North Yorkshire—the UK's largest single source of renewable power—and pumped hydro storage at Cruachan Power Station in Scotland. The company produces compressed wood pellets from sustainably sourced forest residues at manufacturing facilities across the United States and Canada, supplying its own operations and customers in Europe and Asia. Drax Group plc also engages in bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS), positioning it as a pioneer in 24/7 renewable power and negative emissions to combat climate change. With a portfolio including flexible generation assets like hydro and planned gas turbines, it supports grid stability and energy security amid the transition from fossil fuels. Listed on the London Stock Exchange and part of the FTSE 250 Index, Drax plays a pivotal role in the global push toward net zero by replacing coal with low-carbon alternatives and advancing decarbonization in hard-to-abate sectors.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.10%

Annual Dividend

£0.27

Frequency

Semi-Annual

Payout Ratio

134.65%

FCF Payout Ratio

19.81%

Stock Price

£8.65

52-Week Range

£5.34 £9.38

Dividend Health Score

68/ 100Safe

DRX.L's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 19.8% fcf payout ratio & 10.6% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 134.7% earnings payout ratio & 3.6% return on equity. The dividend has been growing at a 10.78% 5-year CAGR. As a utility, higher payout ratios and leverage are typical for this regulated sector.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
134.7%Danger
FCF Payout Ratio
19.8%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
10.6%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
8.0xSafe

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
17.4%Safe
Current Ratio
1.1xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
62.9Very Safe

Profitability

Warning
Return on Equity
3.6%Danger
Operating Margin
11.0%Caution
Gross Margin
30.4%Caution
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
10.8%Very Safe
Earnings Stability
Mostly StableCaution

Dividend History (2016–2025)

DRX.L annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

DRX.L earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

April 23, 2026

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

11.35%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

10.78%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

14.22%

3-Year Total Growth

38.07%

5-Year Total Growth

66.87%

10-Year Total Growth

277.78%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

£865.00

Annual Income

£27.20

Quarterly Income

£6.80

Monthly Income

£2.27

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is DRX.L's current dividend yield?
Drax Group plc (DRX.L) currently has a dividend yield of 3.10%, based on a stock price of £8.65 and an annual dividend of £0.27.
When is DRX.L's next dividend payment date?
DRX.L's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-23 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does DRX.L pay in dividends per year?
Drax Group plc paid £0.27 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid semi-annual.
Has DRX.L been increasing its dividend?
Drax Group plc has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 10.78% and a 10-year CAGR of 14.22%.
Is DRX.L's dividend safe?
Drax Group plc has a payout ratio of 134.65%. The payout ratio is above 100%, which may indicate the company is paying more in dividends than it earns. This could be unsustainable long-term.
How is DRX.L's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Drax Group 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 utilities companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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