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EMS-Chemie Holding AG

EURO STOXX 600
EMSN.SW|Basic Materials|Specialty Chemicals|CHF 661.50|P/E 33.6|MCap 15.5B|SIX

Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32

Dividend Safety Rating

80/ 100Very Safe

EMSN.SW's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 69.9% earnings payout ratio & 626.8x interest coverage. Areas of concern: 86.9% cfo payout ratio & -2.9% 5-year dividend cagr.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Interest Coverage: 626.8xEarnings cover interest payments many times over.
  • Net Debt / Total Assets: -25.6%Healthy balance sheet with low net debt.
  • Current Ratio: 6.0xStrong short-term liquidity to meet obligations.

Risks

  • 5-Year Dividend CAGR: -2.9%Dividend growth has been weak or negative.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 86.9%Operating cash flow leaves little room for the payout.

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
69.9%Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
79.7%Caution
CFO Payout Ratio
86.9%Warning
Interest Coverage
626.8xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Very Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
-25.6%Very Safe
Current Ratio
6.0xVery Safe
Debt-to-Equity
1.7Very Safe

Profitability

Very Safe
Return on Equity
25.3%Very Safe
Operating Margin
28.6%Very Safe
Gross Margin
46.9%Safe
Profit Margin Stability
Very StableVery Safe

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
-2.9%Danger
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

About EMS-Chemie Holding AG

EMS-Chemie Holding AG is a Swiss-based holding company that oversees the global operations of the EMS Group, specializing in the manufacture and sale of high-performance polymers and specialty chemicals. Its primary function is to consolidate subsidiaries focused on innovative chemical-based products, with the High-Performance Polymers segment—comprising EMS-GRIVORY and EMS-EFTEC—generating the majority of revenue through advanced polyamides for automotive, electrical, and electronics industries, as well as adhesives, sealants, and coatings. The Specialty Chemicals segment, led by EMS-GRILTECH, produces fibres, fusible adhesives, bonding yarns for textiles, adhesion promoters for tires, powder coatings, and reactive diluents. Headquartered in Domat/Ems, Switzerland, the company operates 25 production sites across 16 countries, employs approximately 2,800 people worldwide, and derives most revenue from Europe, with significant contributions from Asia and the Americas. EMS-Chemie Holding AG plays a key role in the basic materials sector, particularly specialty chemicals, emphasizing operational growth in performance polymers and shareholder returns. As the sole listed entity in its group, it underscores Switzerland's strength in high-tech materials innovation.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.60%

Annual Dividend

CHF 17.25

Frequency

Annual

Payout Ratio

69.92%

FCF Payout Ratio

79.74%

Stock Price

CHF 661.50

52-Week Range

CHF 530.00 CHF 683.00

Dividend History (2016–2025)

EMSN.SW annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

EMSN.SW earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

August 12, 2025

Last Payment Date

August 15, 2024

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-6.35%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

-2.92%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

3.70%

3-Year Total Growth

-17.86%

5-Year Total Growth

-13.75%

10-Year Total Growth

43.75%

Income Calculator

EMSN.SW Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

CHF 66,150.00

Annual Income

CHF 1,725.00

Quarterly Income

CHF 431.25

Monthly Income

CHF 143.75

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is EMSN.SW's current dividend yield?
EMS-Chemie Holding AG (EMSN.SW) currently has a dividend yield of 2.60%, based on a stock price of CHF 661.50 and an annual dividend of CHF 17.25.
When is EMSN.SW's next dividend payment date?
EMSN.SW's next ex-dividend date is 2025-08-12 and the next payment date is 2024-08-15. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does EMSN.SW pay in dividends per year?
EMS-Chemie Holding AG paid CHF 17.25 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid annual.
Has EMSN.SW been increasing its dividend?
EMS-Chemie Holding AG has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of -2.92% and a 10-year CAGR of 3.70%.
Is EMSN.SW's dividend safe?
EMS-Chemie Holding AG has a payout ratio of 69.92%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is EMSN.SW's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates EMS-Chemie Holding AG'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 basic materials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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