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JMAT.L

Johnson Matthey Plc

EURO STOXX 600
JMAT.L|Basic Materials|Specialty Chemicals|£18.47|P/E 9.7|MCap 3.0B|LSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Johnson Matthey Plc

Johnson Matthey Plc is a British multinational speciality chemicals and sustainable technologies company headquartered in London, England. Founded in 1817 as a gold assayer, it has evolved into a global leader leveraging advanced metals chemistry expertise to address major challenges like climate change, energy supply, and emissions reduction. The company catalyses the net zero transition by providing innovative solutions to leading energy, chemicals, and automotive firms, enabling decarbonisation and lower harmful emissions. Its operations span four core businesses: Clean Air for emission control catalysts, Catalyst Technologies for refining and chemical processes, Hydrogen Technologies for clean energy applications, and Platinum Group Metals Services handling precious metals. Notable features include manufacturing plants in Europe, such as in North Macedonia and Poland, producing catalysts for vehicles and industrial uses. With a rich history including refining for the Bank of England and producing international measurement standards, Johnson Matthey Plc continues to shape sustainable technologies through its focus on platinum group metals and speciality chemicals.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

4.34%

Annual Dividend

£0.77

Frequency

Semi-Annual

Payout Ratio

36.46%

FCF Payout Ratio

1725.00%

Stock Price

£18.47

52-Week Range

£0.13 £24.34

Dividend Health Score

61/ 100Safe

JMAT.L's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 36.5% earnings payout ratio & 15.5% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 1725.0% fcf payout ratio & -4.0% return on equity. The dividend has been growing at a 8.54% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
36.5%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
1725.0%Danger
CFO Payout Ratio
15.5%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
4.8xCaution

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
13.0%Safe
Current Ratio
1.7xSafe
Debt-to-Equity
71.7Safe

Profitability

Warning
Return on Equity
-4.0%Danger
Operating Margin
2.6%Warning
Gross Margin
7.7%Danger
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
10+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
8.5%Safe
Earnings Stability
Mostly StableCaution

Dividend History (2016–2025)

JMAT.L annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

JMAT.L earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

November 27, 2025

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

0.00%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

8.54%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

3-Year Total Growth

0.00%

5-Year Total Growth

50.61%

10-Year Total Growth

N/A

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

£1,847.00

Annual Income

£77.00

Quarterly Income

£19.25

Monthly Income

£6.42

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is JMAT.L's current dividend yield?
Johnson Matthey Plc (JMAT.L) currently has a dividend yield of 4.34%, based on a stock price of £18.47 and an annual dividend of £0.77.
When is JMAT.L's next dividend payment date?
JMAT.L's next ex-dividend date is 2025-11-27 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does JMAT.L pay in dividends per year?
Johnson Matthey Plc paid £0.77 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid semi-annual.
Has JMAT.L been increasing its dividend?
Johnson Matthey Plc has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 8.54%.
Is JMAT.L's dividend safe?
Johnson Matthey Plc has a payout ratio of 36.46%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is JMAT.L's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Johnson Matthey 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 basic materials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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