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Stora Enso Oyj R shares

EURO STOXX 600

STERV.HE/Consumer Cyclical · Packaging & Containers/NASDAQ Helsinki

Dividend Yield

1.35%

€0.13 · Annual Dividend

Stock Price€9.47P/E12.4MCap8.3BLast update: Jun 26, 2026 at 06:56

Dividend Safety Rating

55/ 100Caution

STERV.HE's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 32.0% earnings payout ratio & 34.5% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 107.2% fcf payout ratio & 6.0% return on equity.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 32.0%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • Debt-to-Equity: 44.9Conservative debt level relative to equity.
  • Dividend Streak: 11+ yrsLong, uninterrupted dividend track record.

Risks

  • FCF Payout Ratio: 107.2%Free cash flow is tight relative to the dividend.
  • 5-Year Dividend CAGR: -3.6%Dividend growth has been weak or negative.
  • Return on Equity: 6.0%Return on equity is below industry norms.

Payout & Coverage

Caution

Balance Sheet

Safe

Profitability

Warning
6.0%Warning
5.0%Warning
26.2%Caution

Dividend Track Record

Caution
11+ yrsVery Safe
NoneVery Safe
VolatileWarning

About Stora Enso Oyj R shares

Stora Enso Oyj R shares represent the R class shares of Stora Enso Oyj, a global renewable materials company headquartered in Helsinki, Finland. These shares provide holders with equal dividend rights to A shares but carry reduced voting power, with every ten R shares equating to one vote at the Annual General Meeting. The company operates through key segments including Packaging Materials, Packaging Solutions, Biomaterials, Wood Products, Forest, and others, delivering sustainable solutions such as fiber-based packaging, pulp for paper and hygiene products, wood construction materials, and biomass-derived chemicals like tall oil and turpentine. Stora Enso focuses on replacing fossil-based materials with renewable, recyclable alternatives, serving industries like retail, e-commerce, pharmaceuticals, and construction across more than 30 countries with around 19,000 employees. As part of a dual-class structure common in Nordic markets, R shares enhance liquidity while supporting long-term governance stability, playing a vital role in the basic materials sector, particularly paper and forest products.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.35%

Annual Dividend

€0.13

Frequency

Annual

Payout Ratio

32.05%

FCF Payout Ratio

107.18%

52-Week Range

€8.50 - €12.26

Dividend History (2016–2025)

STERV.HE annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

STERV.HE earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

September 24, 2026

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-23.11%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

-3.58%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

-1.81%

3-Year Total Growth

-54.55%

5-Year Total Growth

-16.67%

10-Year Total Growth

-16.67%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

€947.40

Annual Income

€13.00

Quarterly Income

€3.25

Monthly Income

€1.08

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is STERV.HE's current dividend yield?
Stora Enso Oyj R shares (STERV.HE) currently has a dividend yield of 1.35%, based on a stock price of €9.47 and an annual dividend of €0.13.
When is STERV.HE's next dividend payment date?
STERV.HE's next ex-dividend date is 2026-09-24 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does STERV.HE pay in dividends per year?
Stora Enso Oyj R shares paid €0.25 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid annual.
Has STERV.HE been increasing its dividend?
Stora Enso Oyj R shares has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of -3.58% and a 10-year CAGR of -1.81%.
Is STERV.HE's dividend safe?
Stora Enso Oyj R shares has a payout ratio of 32.05%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 107.18%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is STERV.HE's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Stora Enso Oyj R shares'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 consumer cyclical companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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