Marks and Spencer Group plc
EURO STOXX 600MKS.L/Consumer Cyclical · Department Stores/LSE
Dividend Yield
0.82%
£0.03 · Annual Dividend
Dividend Safety Rating
MKS.L's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 30.9% earnings payout ratio & 7.5% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 0.9x current ratio & 7.8% return on equity.
Based on 14 of 15 metrics
Strengths
- Earnings Payout Ratio: 30.9%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
- FCF Payout Ratio: 7.5%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
- CFO Payout Ratio: 17.3%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
Risks
- Dividend Cut: YesDividend was cut or suspended in recent history.
- Current Ratio: 0.9xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
- Return on Equity: 7.8%Return on equity is below industry norms.
Payout & Coverage
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WarningAbout Marks and Spencer Group plc
Marks and Spencer Group plc is a major British multinational retailer headquartered in London, England, specializing in clothing, beauty products, homeware, and premium food offerings. Founded in 1884 by Michael Marks and Thomas Spencer in Leeds, the company has evolved into a retail powerhouse operating through segments including UK Clothing & Home, UK Food, International, Ocado, and others, with approximately 64,000 employees serving over 32 million customers annually. It provides high-quality own-brand products such as womenswear, menswear, lingerie, kidswear, core home items, upmarket groceries like protein deli, produce, bakery, meals, and 'Food on the Move' options. Marks and Spencer Group plc also offers financial services including credit cards, insurances, savings, and loans; invests in real estate; manages international franchises; and delivers online and exports globally. A constituent of the FTSE 100 Index, it holds a 50% stake in Ocado's UK retail business and emphasizes quality British-made goods historically, while adapting through store optimizations and innovations like packaged sandwiches and clothing repair services.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
0.82%
Annual Dividend
£0.03
Frequency
Annual
Payout Ratio
30.89%
FCF Payout Ratio
7.51%
52-Week Range
£3.01 - £4.12
Dividend History (2016–2025)
MKS.L annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
MKS.L earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Last Ex-Dividend Date
June 4, 2026
Next Payment Date
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Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
N/A
5-Year Dividend CAGR
N/A
10-Year Dividend CAGR
-14.15%
3-Year Total Growth
N/A
5-Year Total Growth
N/A
10-Year Total Growth
-78.25%
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