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EXPN.L

Experian plc

EURO STOXX 600
EXPN.L|Industrials|Consulting Services|£25.67|P/E 24.1|MCap 24.1B|LSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Experian plc

Experian plc is a multinational data broker and consumer credit reporting company headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. It operates as one of the world's largest credit bureaus, providing data, advanced analytics, and scalable software platforms across five key ecosystems: Financial Services, Consumer Services, Health, Automotive, and Marketing Services. The company assists financial institutions, banks, lenders, telecommunications, insurance providers, hospitals, automotive manufacturers, and advertisers by enabling customer onboarding, creditworthiness assessment, fraud prevention, patient identity verification, vehicle history analysis, and targeted digital marketing. Experian plc runs a major direct-to-consumer platform with over 200 million members, offering free credit scores, reports, financial tools, and identity protection in markets like the US, UK, and Brazil. With leading market positions, including number one or two in major regions and serving about 60% of US hospitals, it generates revenue through transactional data contracts, software subscriptions, referral fees, and consultancy services. Employing around 25,200 people across 32 countries, Experian plc leverages unique datasets and AI innovations to support client decision-making and consumer financial health.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.78%

Annual Dividend

£0.47

Frequency

Semi-Annual

Payout Ratio

42.47%

FCF Payout Ratio

40.47%

Stock Price

£25.67

52-Week Range

£0.35 £41.01

Dividend Health Score

78/ 100Safe

EXPN.L's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 42.5% earnings payout ratio & 40.5% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 0.7x current ratio.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
42.5%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
40.5%Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
29.5%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
9.8xSafe

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
36.1%Caution
Current Ratio
0.7xDanger
Debt-to-Equity
105.2Safe

Profitability

Very Safe
Return on Equity
26.8%Very Safe
Operating Margin
24.9%Safe
Gross Margin
55.1%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
StableSafe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
5.0%Caution
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

EXPN.L annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

EXPN.L earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

January 8, 2026

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

4.51%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

4.95%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

10.97%

3-Year Total Growth

14.16%

5-Year Total Growth

27.30%

10-Year Total Growth

183.25%

Income Calculator

EXPN.L Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

£2,567.00

Annual Income

£47.41

Quarterly Income

£11.85

Monthly Income

£3.95

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is EXPN.L's current dividend yield?
Experian plc (EXPN.L) currently has a dividend yield of 1.78%, based on a stock price of £25.67 and an annual dividend of £0.47.
When is EXPN.L's next dividend payment date?
EXPN.L's next ex-dividend date is 2026-01-08 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does EXPN.L pay in dividends per year?
Experian plc paid £0.47 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid semi-annual.
Has EXPN.L been increasing its dividend?
Experian plc has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 4.95% and a 10-year CAGR of 10.97%.
Is EXPN.L's dividend safe?
Experian plc has a payout ratio of 42.47%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is EXPN.L's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Experian 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 industrials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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