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SGSN.SW/Industrials · Consulting Services/SIX

Dividend Yield

3.26%

CHF 3.20 · Annual Dividend

Stock PriceCHF 96.00P/E28.8MCap19.4BLast update: Aug 12, 2026 at 04:48

Dividend Safety Rating

79/ 100Safe

SGSN.SW's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 22.9% fcf payout ratio & 18.1% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 94.1% earnings payout ratio & 1.0x current ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 267.10% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • FCF Payout Ratio: 22.9%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 18.1%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.
  • Interest Coverage: 13.7xEarnings cover interest payments many times over.

Risks

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 94.1%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
  • Current Ratio: 1.0xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
  • Debt-to-Equity: 464.5Debt-to-equity is elevated for the sector.

Payout & Coverage

Safe
22.9%Very Safe
18.1%Very Safe
13.7xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Warning
1.0xWarning
464.5Warning

Profitability

Very Safe
76.3%Very Safe
13.1%Caution
85.9%Very Safe
Very StableVery Safe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
267.1%Very Safe
GrowingVery Safe

About SGS SA

SGS SA is a Swiss multinational company and the global leader in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services. Founded in 1878 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, it supports international trade by verifying the quantity, quality, and compliance of goods in sectors like agriculture, minerals, petroleum, consumer products, oil and gas, mining, automotive, food, and life sciences. SGS SA operates through five key divisions: connectivity and products, health and nutrition, industries and environment, natural resources, and knowledge, leading in three of these areas. With approximately 99,500 employees across 2,650 offices and laboratories worldwide, the company ensures products, processes, systems, and services meet health, safety, regulatory, and sustainability standards for governments, businesses, and institutions. Recognized for integrity and innovation, SGS SA plays a critical role in fostering trust, facilitating safer global commerce, and advancing environmental and quality benchmarks in diverse industries from manufacturing to transportation.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.26%

Annual Dividend

CHF 3.20

Frequency

Annual

Payout Ratio

94.12%

FCF Payout Ratio

22.93%

52-Week Range

CHF 79.90 - CHF 98.76

Dividend History (2016–2025)

SGSN.SW annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

SGSN.SW earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

April 2, 2026

Last Payment Date

April 24, 2025

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

773.58%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

267.10%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

94.64%

3-Year Total Growth

66566.67%

5-Year Total Growth

66566.67%

10-Year Total Growth

77948.78%

Income Calculator

SGSN.SW Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

CHF 9,600.00

Annual Income

CHF 320.00

Quarterly Income

CHF 80.00

Monthly Income

CHF 26.67

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is SGSN.SW's current dividend yield?
SGS SA (SGSN.SW) currently has a dividend yield of 3.26%, based on a stock price of CHF 96.00 and an annual dividend of CHF 3.20.
When is SGSN.SW's next dividend payment date?
SGSN.SW's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-02 and the next payment date is 2025-04-24. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does SGSN.SW pay in dividends per year?
SGS SA paid CHF 3.20 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid annual.
Has SGSN.SW been increasing its dividend?
SGS SA has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 267.10% and a 10-year CAGR of 94.64%.
Is SGSN.SW's dividend safe?
SGS SA has a payout ratio of 94.12%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is SGSN.SW's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates SGS SA'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.

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