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SOF.BR|Financial Services|Asset Management|€218.40|P/E 67.1|MCap 8.0B|Euronext

Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32

Dividend Safety Rating

38/ 100Warning

SOF.BR's dividend shows several warning signs. Strengths include a 93.2% operating margin & 11+ yrs dividend streak. Areas of concern: 106.6% earnings payout ratio & 1.1% return on equity. As a financial company, some traditional cash flow metrics are less applicable. The score focuses on earnings-based coverage and profitability.

Based on 8 of 10 metrics

Strengths

  • Operating Margin: 93.2%Healthy operating margin provides a wide buffer.
  • Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.
  • Dividend Cut: NoneNo dividend cut in recent history.

Risks

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 106.6%High earnings payout ratio leaves little safety margin.
  • Return on Equity: 1.1%Return on equity is below industry norms.
  • Earnings Stability: VolatileEarnings have been volatile, pressuring the dividend.

Payout & Coverage

Danger
Earnings Payout Ratio
106.6%Danger
FCF Payout Ratio
N/AN/A

Balance Sheet

N/A
Net Debt / Total Assets
N/AN/A

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
1.1%Danger
Operating Margin
93.2%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
ModerateCaution

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
3.8%Caution
Earnings Stability
VolatileWarning

About Sofina

Sofina is a family-controlled investment company listed on Euronext Brussels, with roots tracing back over 125 years to its founding in 1898 as an engineering conglomerate. It deploys patient capital into growing companies managed by entrepreneurs and families, emphasizing long-term minority investments, co-investments in fast-growing businesses, and allocations to top-tier private equity and venture capital funds. Sofina focuses on five key sectors: consumer and retail, digital transformation, education, healthcare and life sciences, and sustainable supply chains, with a global footprint spanning Europe, Asia, and the United States through offices in Brussels, Luxembourg, London, and Singapore. Notable portfolio holdings include established names like Danone, SES, Colruyt, and Eurazeo, alongside growth-oriented ventures such as ByteDance, Byju's, Pine Labs, and Vinted. As part of the Bel 20 index, Sofina maintains a diversified portfolio that fosters sustainable business growth, boasting a net asset value evolution reflective of its enduring strategy and a team of 85 professionals driving its mission to create lasting value.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.59%

Annual Dividend

€3.47

Frequency

Annual

Payout Ratio

106.64%

FCF Payout Ratio

Stock Price

€218.40

52-Week Range

€203.60 €285.20

Dividend History (2016–2025)

SOF.BR annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

SOF.BR earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

May 20, 2025

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

3.81%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

3.83%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

4.38%

3-Year Total Growth

11.87%

5-Year Total Growth

20.69%

10-Year Total Growth

53.51%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

€21,840.00

Annual Income

€347.33

Quarterly Income

€86.83

Monthly Income

€28.94

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is SOF.BR's current dividend yield?
Sofina (SOF.BR) currently has a dividend yield of 1.59%, based on a stock price of €218.40 and an annual dividend of €3.47.
When is SOF.BR's next dividend payment date?
SOF.BR's next ex-dividend date is 2025-05-20 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does SOF.BR pay in dividends per year?
Sofina paid €3.47 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid annual.
Has SOF.BR been increasing its dividend?
Sofina has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 3.83% and a 10-year CAGR of 4.38%.
Is SOF.BR's dividend safe?
Sofina has a payout ratio of 106.64%. The payout ratio is above 100%, which may indicate the company is paying more in dividends than it earns. This could be unsustainable long-term.
How is SOF.BR's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Sofina'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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