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HSX.L

Hiscox Ltd

EURO STOXX 600
HSX.L|Financial Services|Insurance - Property & Casualty|£15.17|P/E 11.6|MCap 4.9B|LSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Hiscox Ltd

Hiscox Ltd is a global specialty insurance and reinsurance company headquartered in Pembroke, Bermuda, and founded in 1901. It provides tailored insurance solutions through its key operating segments: Hiscox Retail, serving micro- and medium-sized businesses as well as high-net-worth individuals with personal lines coverage for high-value households, fine art, luxury motor, jewelry, antiques, and collectibles; Hiscox London Market, offering property, marine, specialty, cyber, energy, aviation, casualty, terrorism, kidnap, and ransom products; and Hiscox Re & ILS, focusing on healthcare, casualty reinsurance, and insurance-linked securities. The company balances catastrophe-exposed operations with stable local specialty businesses, generating significant revenue from the United States, United Kingdom, Europe, and Asia. With a focus on commercial and personal risk management, Hiscox Ltd plays a vital role in the property and casualty insurance sector, delivering products via brokers, partners, and direct channels while maintaining a strong emphasis on innovation in niche markets.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.19%

Annual Dividend

£0.33

Frequency

Semi-Annual

Payout Ratio

25.29%

FCF Payout Ratio

551.14%

Stock Price

£15.17

52-Week Range

£10.37 £15.66

Dividend Health Score

57/ 100Caution

HSX.L's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 25.3% earnings payout ratio & 0.2% net debt / total assets. Areas of concern: 551.1% fcf payout ratio & Volatile profit margin stability. As a financial company, some traditional cash flow metrics are less applicable. The score focuses on earnings-based coverage and profitability.

Based on 9 of 10 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Caution
Earnings Payout Ratio
25.3%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
551.1%Danger

Balance Sheet

Very Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
0.2%Very Safe

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
15.8%Safe
Operating Margin
22.1%Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Warning
Dividend Streak
5 yrsCaution
Dividend Cut
YesDanger
5-Year Dividend CAGR
N/AN/A
Earnings Stability
Mostly StableCaution

Dividend History (2016–2025)

HSX.L annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

HSX.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

4.73%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

10-Year Dividend CAGR

2.42%

3-Year Total Growth

14.86%

5-Year Total Growth

N/A

10-Year Total Growth

26.97%

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Total Investment

£1,517.00

Annual Income

£32.93

Quarterly Income

£8.23

Monthly Income

£2.74

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is HSX.L's current dividend yield?
Hiscox Ltd (HSX.L) currently has a dividend yield of 2.19%, based on a stock price of £15.17 and an annual dividend of £0.33.
When is HSX.L's next dividend payment date?
HSX.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 HSX.L pay in dividends per year?
Hiscox Ltd paid £0.33 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid semi-annual.
Has HSX.L been increasing its dividend?
Hiscox Ltd has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of — and a 10-year CAGR of 2.42%.
Is HSX.L's dividend safe?
Hiscox Ltd has a payout ratio of 25.29%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is HSX.L's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Hiscox Ltd'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 financial services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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