Galenica AG
EURO STOXX 600Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32
Dividend Safety Rating
GALE.SW's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 62.8% earnings payout ratio & 47.2% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 71.5% cfo payout ratio & 5.7% operating margin. The dividend has been growing at a 5.02% 5-year CAGR.
Based on 15 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Interest Coverage: 17.5xEarnings cover interest payments many times over.
- Net Debt / Total Assets: 3.9%Healthy balance sheet with low net debt.
- Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.
Risks
- CFO Payout Ratio: 71.5%Operating cash flow leaves little room for the payout.
- Operating Margin: 5.7%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
Payout & Coverage
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Very SafeAbout Galenica AG
Galenica AG is a leading fully integrated healthcare provider in Switzerland, operating as a holding company headquartered in Bern since its founding in 1927 by 16 pharmacists seeking collective purchasing power. It manages an extensive network of over 500 pharmacies under brands like Amavita and Coop Vitality through its Products & Care segment, delivering retail healthcare services, own-brand products, and on-site health tests to patients and customers. The Logistics & IT segment handles pre-wholesale distribution, pharmaceutical logistics, healthcare data management, and digital pharmacy support systems, serving pharmacies, hospitals, insurers, and pharmaceutical companies. Group Services oversee central operations. With nearly 8,000 employees, Galenica AG reported CHF 3.9 billion in net sales in 2024, underscoring its pivotal role in Switzerland's pharmaceutical supply chain. Key milestones include its 1932 renaming and headquarters relocation to Bern, the 2017 split from Vifor Pharma to sharpen focus on Swiss healthcare, and innovations like the 2025 Prescription Manager. The company emphasizes sustainability, personalized care, and seamless end-to-end solutions across physical and digital infrastructure.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
3.04%
Annual Dividend
CHF 2.50
Frequency
Annual
Payout Ratio
62.84%
FCF Payout Ratio
47.18%
Stock Price
CHF 82.65
52-Week Range
CHF 81.70 – CHF 103.00
Dividend History (2016–2025)
GALE.SW annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
GALE.SW earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
April 23, 2026
Last Payment Date
April 16, 2025
Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
3.08%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
5.02%
10-Year Dividend CAGR
N/A
3-Year Total Growth
9.52%
5-Year Total Growth
27.78%
10-Year Total Growth
N/A
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