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Schroders plc

EURO STOXX 600
SDR.L|Financial Services|Asset Management|£5.80|P/E 17.1|MCap 90.5M|LSE

Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32

Dividend Safety Rating

91/ 100Very Safe

SDR.L's dividend appears very safe. Strengths include a 64.0% earnings payout ratio & 37.7% fcf payout ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 8.96% 5-year CAGR. As a financial company, some traditional cash flow metrics are less applicable. The score focuses on earnings-based coverage and profitability.

Based on 10 of 10 metrics

Strengths

  • FCF Payout Ratio: 37.7%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • Net Debt / Total Assets: -17.3%Healthy balance sheet with low net debt.
  • Operating Margin: 34.7%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.

Risks

No material risks identified across rated metrics.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
64.0%Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
37.7%Very Safe

Balance Sheet

Very Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
-17.3%Very Safe

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
12.3%Safe
Operating Margin
34.7%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
StableSafe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
9.0%Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

About Schroders plc

Schroders plc is a public limited company and a leading provider of active asset management, advisory, and wealth management services worldwide. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in London, it manages approximately £777 billion in assets as of June 2025, operating across 38 global locations with a strong emphasis on public and private markets. The firm delivers distinctive investment solutions tailored to high net worth individuals, family offices, financial advisers, and institutional clients, prioritizing long-term value creation and acting in clients' best interests. Notable for its innovative approach enabled by a stable ownership structure, Schroders plc fosters an inclusive culture with high employee retention rates of 94-96% and attracts top talent for superior active investment outcomes. Recognized as a sustainability leader with an AAA MSCI ESG Rating, it integrates environmental and social factors to address risks and opportunities, enhancing long-term performance potential. Through subsidiaries like Schroders Wealth Management and Cazenove Capital, it shapes the global financial landscape by helping investors navigate uncertainty and achieve enduring financial goals.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.70%

Annual Dividend

£0.21

Frequency

Semi-Annual

Payout Ratio

63.99%

FCF Payout Ratio

37.71%

Stock Price

£5.80

52-Week Range

£3.34 £6.00

Dividend History (2016–2025)

SDR.L annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

SDR.L earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

March 12, 2026

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

12.79%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

8.96%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

12.48%

3-Year Total Growth

43.48%

5-Year Total Growth

53.55%

10-Year Total Growth

224.16%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

£580.50

Annual Income

£21.50

Quarterly Income

£5.38

Monthly Income

£1.79

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is SDR.L's current dividend yield?
Schroders plc (SDR.L) currently has a dividend yield of 3.70%, based on a stock price of £5.80 and an annual dividend of £0.21.
When is SDR.L's next dividend payment date?
SDR.L's next ex-dividend date is 2026-03-12 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does SDR.L pay in dividends per year?
Schroders plc paid £0.21 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid semi-annual.
Has SDR.L been increasing its dividend?
Schroders plc has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 8.96% and a 10-year CAGR of 12.48%.
Is SDR.L's dividend safe?
Schroders plc has a payout ratio of 63.99%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is SDR.L's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Schroders plc'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 financial services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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