Sage Group plc

SGE.L|Financial Services|Banks - Regional|£8.08|P/E 22.8|MCap 7.8B|LSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Sage Group plc

Sage Group plc is a British multinational enterprise software company headquartered in Newcastle upon Tyne, England, specializing in business management solutions for small and medium-sized businesses worldwide. Founded in 1981 by David Goldman, Paul Muller, and Graham Wylie to develop accounting and estimating software, it has evolved into a global leader serving over 6 million customers across more than 20 countries with 11,000 employees. The company provides cloud-native and cloud-connected products like Sage Business Cloud, Sage Intacct, and Sage X3, focusing on finance, HR, payroll, payments, CRM, ERP, and industry-specific tools for sectors including construction, real estate, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, nonprofits, and automotive. Notable innovations include AI-powered features such as Sage Copilot, a generative AI assistant launched in 2024, and recent acquisitions like Fyle for expense management in 2025. Sage Group plc supports business productivity by digitizing processes, connecting ecosystems, and addressing challenges like digital inequality and climate through products like Sage Earth for carbon accounting.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.60%

Annual Dividend

£0.22

Frequency

Semi-Annual

Payout Ratio

56.38%

FCF Payout Ratio

44.14%

Stock Price

£8.08

52-Week Range

£7.72 – £13.35

Dividend Health Score

Safe

Dividend Health Assessment

SGE.L's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 56.4% earnings payout ratio & 44.1% fcf payout ratio. 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

Payout & Coverage

Safe

Earnings Payout Ratio

56.4%Safe

FCF Payout Ratio

44.1%Safe

Balance Sheet

Caution

Net Debt / Total Assets

32.0%Caution

Profitability

Safe

Return on Equity

40.7%Very Safe

Operating Margin

22.8%Safe

Profit Margin Stability

StableSafe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe

11+ yrsVery Safe

NoneVery Safe

4.2%Caution

GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

SGE.L annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

SGE.L earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

January 8, 2026

Next Payment Date

—

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

5.33%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

4.21%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

10.11%

3-Year Total Growth

16.84%

5-Year Total Growth

22.87%

10-Year Total Growth

161.87%

Income Calculator

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Number of Shares

Total Investment

£808.40

Annual Income

£21.85

Quarterly Income

£5.46

Monthly Income

£1.82

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is SGE.L's current dividend yield?

Sage Group plc (SGE.L) currently has a dividend yield of 2.60%, based on a stock price of £8.08 and an annual dividend of £0.22.

When is SGE.L's next dividend payment date?

SGE.L's next ex-dividend date is 2026-01-08 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.

How much does SGE.L pay in dividends per year?

Sage Group plc paid £0.21 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid semi-annual.

Has SGE.L been increasing its dividend?

Sage Group plc has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 4.21% and a 10-year CAGR of 10.11%.

Is SGE.L's dividend safe?

Sage Group plc has a payout ratio of 56.38%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.

How is SGE.L's Dividend Health Score calculated?

The Dividend Health Score evaluates Sage Group 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 financial services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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