SSE plc
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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
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.
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SafeDividend History (2016–2025)
SSE.L annual dividend per share and yield history
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SSE.L earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
December 4, 2025
Next Payment Date
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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%
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