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SAP.DE|Technology|Software - Application|€146.20|P/E 23.4|MCap 170.7B|XETR

Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32

Dividend Safety Rating

90/ 100Very Safe

SAP.DE's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 37.7% earnings payout ratio & 34.0% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: Volatile profit margin stability. The dividend has been growing at a 8.26% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 37.7%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 34.0%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 24.2%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.

Risks

  • Profit Margin Stability: VolatileProfit margins have been volatile.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
37.7%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
34.0%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
24.2%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
21.9xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
-1.1%Very Safe
Current Ratio
1.1xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
17.3Very Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
16.4%Safe
Operating Margin
30.0%Very Safe
Gross Margin
73.0%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
8.3%Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

About SAP SE

SAP SE is a German multinational software corporation renowned as the world's largest vendor of enterprise software. Founded in 1972 in Walldorf, Germany, by five visionary programmers, it pioneered enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, starting with SAP R/2 and R/3, and advancing to the intelligent SAP S/4HANA platform powered by in-memory computing, AI, machine learning, and advanced analytics. SAP SE's integrated cloud-based applications unify core business functions—including finance, procurement, human resources, supply chain, sales, marketing, and customer experience—into a single digital ecosystem, enabling real-time data insights, streamlined workflows, and enhanced operational efficiency for organizations worldwide. With over 110,000 employees across more than 100 development locations, the company serves clients in diverse sectors such as manufacturing, financial services, energy, public services, and small to midsize enterprises, boasting more than 230 million cloud users and the largest cloud portfolio among providers. SAP SE drives business transformation, sustainability, and innovation, connecting internal systems with external partnerships to optimize performance and support agile growth in dynamic markets.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.71%

Annual Dividend

€2.50

Frequency

Annual

Payout Ratio

37.66%

FCF Payout Ratio

33.96%

Stock Price

€146.20

52-Week Range

€137.54 €273.55

Dividend History (2016–2025)

SAP.DE annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

SAP.DE earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 6, 2026

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-1.38%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

8.26%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

7.89%

3-Year Total Growth

-4.08%

5-Year Total Growth

48.73%

10-Year Total Growth

113.64%

Income Calculator

SAP.DE Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

€14,620.00

Annual Income

€250.00

Quarterly Income

€62.50

Monthly Income

€20.83

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SAP.DE's current dividend yield?
SAP SE (SAP.DE) currently has a dividend yield of 1.71%, based on a stock price of €146.20 and an annual dividend of €2.50.
When is SAP.DE's next dividend payment date?
SAP.DE's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-06 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does SAP.DE pay in dividends per year?
SAP SE paid €2.35 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid annual.
Has SAP.DE been increasing its dividend?
SAP SE has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 8.26% and a 10-year CAGR of 7.89%.
Is SAP.DE's dividend safe?
SAP SE has a payout ratio of 37.66%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 33.96%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is SAP.DE's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates SAP SE'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 technology companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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