AP Moller - Maersk A/S

Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32

Dividend Safety Rating

Safe

MAERSK.B.CO's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 68.2% earnings payout ratio & 51.3% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 3.2% return on equity & 1.6% operating margin. The dividend has been growing at a 49.49% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

Debt-to-Equity: 31.7Conservative debt level relative to equity.
Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.

Risks

Return on Equity: 3.2%Return on equity is below industry norms.
Operating Margin: 1.6%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.
Gross Margin: 7.1%Gross margin is low and limits flexibility.

Payout & Coverage

Safe

Earnings Payout Ratio

68.2%Safe

FCF Payout Ratio

51.3%Safe

CFO Payout Ratio

60.0%Caution

Interest Coverage

4.5xCaution

Balance Sheet

Safe

Net Debt / Total Assets

11.2%Safe

Current Ratio

2.0xSafe

Debt-to-Equity

31.7Very Safe

Profitability

Danger

Return on Equity

3.2%Danger

Operating Margin

1.6%Danger

Gross Margin

7.1%Danger

Profit Margin Stability

VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe

11+ yrsVery Safe

NoneVery Safe

49.5%Very Safe

GrowingVery Safe

About AP Moller - Maersk A/S

A.P. Møller - Mærsk A/S, together with its subsidiaries, operates as an integrated logistics company in Denmark and internationally. The company operates through Ocean, Logistics & Services, and Terminals segments. The company offers ocean, inland, less-than-container load, and air and ground freight solutions; warehousing, distribution, and depot services; cold chain solutions, cold chain management, pharmaceutical cold chain management, and cold storage solutions; and customs clearance, e-commerce logistics, and lead logistics services. It also provides ocean transport, specialized airlift, and vessel chartering services; project planning, orchestration, and site support; specialized cargo handling, cargo storage, and survey services. In addition, the company offers value-added services, such as labelling, relabeling, tagging or retagging, kitting and product customization, garments on hangers, re-packing, quality controls, reporting, shaving/topping off pallets, reverse logistics, and goods disposal services. It serves FMCG, fashion and lifestyle, retail, chemicals, automotive, technology, pharma and healthcare, and perishables industries. The company was founded in 1904 and is based in Copenhagen, Denmark.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.40%

Annual Dividend

DKK 480.00

Frequency

Annual

Payout Ratio

68.15%

FCF Payout Ratio

51.33%

Stock Price

—

52-Week Range

DKK 8734.00 – DKK 18865.00

Dividend History (2016–2025)

MAERSK.B.CO annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

MAERSK.B.CO earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

March 26, 2026

Next Payment Date

—

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-23.48%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

49.49%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

-5.50%

3-Year Total Growth

-55.20%

5-Year Total Growth

646.67%

10-Year Total Growth

-43.18%

Income Calculator

MAERSK.B.CO Dividend Calculator

Number of Shares

Total Investment

DKK 0.00

Annual Income

DKK 48,000.00

Quarterly Income

DKK 12,000.00

Monthly Income

DKK 4,000.00

Frequently Asked Questions

What is MAERSK.B.CO's current dividend yield?

AP Moller - Maersk A/S (MAERSK.B.CO) currently has a dividend yield of 3.40%, based on a stock price of — and an annual dividend of DKK 480.00.

When is MAERSK.B.CO's next dividend payment date?

MAERSK.B.CO's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-26 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.

How much does MAERSK.B.CO pay in dividends per year?

AP Moller - Maersk A/S paid DKK 1120.00 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid annual.

Has MAERSK.B.CO been increasing its dividend?

AP Moller - Maersk A/S has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 49.49% and a 10-year CAGR of -5.50%.

Is MAERSK.B.CO's dividend safe?

AP Moller - Maersk A/S has a payout ratio of 68.15%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 51.33%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.

How is MAERSK.B.CO's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?

The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates AP Moller - Maersk A/S'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 industrials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

Want to understand how we rate dividend safety? Read our full methodology

Track MAERSK.B.CO Dividends with OnlyDividends

What will MAERSK.B.CO actually pay you after taxes? Track every payout, get notified on payment dates, and stop guessing.

This page is not investment advice. The content is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as a recommendation to buy, sell, or hold any security. Always do your own research and consult a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions.

Financial data, including dividend history, earnings, balance sheet metrics, and the Dividend Safety Rating, is provided for informational purposes only. Data may be delayed or differ from official filings. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always verify with official sources before making investment decisions.

Market data provided by Twelve Data.