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SSE.L
SSE.L|Utilities|Utilities - Diversified|£25.14|P/E 29.6|MCap 31.1B|LSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About SSE plc

SSE plc is a multinational energy company headquartered in Perth, Scotland, specializing in the generation, transmission, distribution, and supply of electricity across the UK and Ireland. As a leading generator of renewables and flexible energy, it operates onshore and offshore wind farms, hydroelectric power stations, solar arrays, battery storage, and flexible thermal generation with focuses on carbon capture and hydrogen technologies. SSE plc manages high-voltage electricity transmission networks in northern Scotland and distribution to nearly 4 million homes and businesses in the north of Scotland and central southern England. Through subsidiaries like SSE Renewables, SSE Thermal, SSEN Transmission, SSEN Distribution, and SSE Energy Solutions, it provides energy products and services to businesses, supports EV charging, and develops low-carbon infrastructure. Employing over 14,000 people, SSE plc invests £33 billion by 2030 in electricity networks and renewables to drive the net zero transition, aiming to quintuple renewable output, cut carbon intensity by 80%, and connect 20GW of renewables, 2 million EVs, and 1 million heat pumps while creating 1,000 jobs annually.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.50%

Annual Dividend

£0.64

Frequency

Semi-Annual

Payout Ratio

73.88%

FCF Payout Ratio

61.46%

Stock Price

£25.14

52-Week Range

£14.68 £27.63

Dividend Health Score

64/ 100Safe

SSE.L's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 73.9% earnings payout ratio & 21.6% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 1.0x current ratio & Volatile profit margin stability. As a utility, higher payout ratios and leverage are typical for this regulated sector.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
73.9%Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
61.5%Caution
CFO Payout Ratio
21.6%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
6.8xSafe

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
31.3%Caution
Current Ratio
1.0xWarning
Debt-to-Equity
76.9Very Safe

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
8.8%Caution
Operating Margin
16.5%Safe
Gross Margin
38.1%Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
1.4%Warning
Earnings Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend History (2016–2025)

SSE.L annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

SSE.L earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

December 4, 2025

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-0.04%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

1.36%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

12.40%

3-Year Total Growth

-0.12%

5-Year Total Growth

7.00%

10-Year Total Growth

221.80%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

£2,513.50

Annual Income

£64.40

Quarterly Income

£16.10

Monthly Income

£5.37

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is SSE.L's current dividend yield?
SSE plc (SSE.L) currently has a dividend yield of 2.50%, based on a stock price of £25.14 and an annual dividend of £0.64.
When is SSE.L's next dividend payment date?
SSE.L's next ex-dividend date is 2025-12-04 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does SSE.L pay in dividends per year?
SSE plc paid £0.86 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid semi-annual.
Has SSE.L been increasing its dividend?
SSE plc has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 1.36% and a 10-year CAGR of 12.40%.
Is SSE.L's dividend safe?
SSE plc has a payout ratio of 73.88%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is SSE.L's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates SSE 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 utilities companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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