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SVT.L

Severn Trent Plc

EURO STOXX 600
SVT.L|Utilities|Utilities - Regulated Water|£29.17|P/E 28.2|MCap 8.9B|LSE

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Severn Trent Plc

Severn Trent Plc is a major British water utility company headquartered in Coventry, England. It operates primarily through Severn Trent Water, one of the largest regulated water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, supplying high-quality fresh water and wastewater services to approximately 4.6 million households and businesses across the Midlands region, from Bristol to Sheffield, and parts of Wales via its subsidiary Hafren Dyfrdwy. The company manages extensive infrastructure, including thousands of kilometers of pipes, numerous treatment works, pumping stations, and reservoirs like Carsington, Derwent Valley, and Ladybower, many of which are open for public recreation. Severn Trent Plc also encompasses non-regulated activities through Severn Trent Business Services, providing design, build, and operation services for water and wastewater facilities to industrial and municipal clients, alongside renewable energy generation from anaerobic digestion, wind, solar, and hydro sources, and food waste processing facilities. Committed to environmental stewardship, it invests billions in infrastructure upgrades, maintains low average bills, and has achieved top ratings in environmental performance assessments. Established from the 1974 Severn Trent Water Authority and privatized in 1989, Severn Trent Plc plays a vital role in ensuring reliable water supply, sustainable resource management, and community support in its regions.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

4.17%

Annual Dividend

£1.23

Frequency

Semi-Annual

Payout Ratio

116.14%

FCF Payout Ratio

52.31%

Stock Price

£29.17

52-Week Range

£0.27 £32.98

Dividend Health Score

55/ 100Caution

SVT.L's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 52.3% fcf payout ratio & 17.4% return on equity. Areas of concern: 116.1% earnings payout ratio & 1.8x interest coverage. As a utility, higher payout ratios and leverage are typical for this regulated sector.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Caution
Earnings Payout Ratio
116.1%Danger
FCF Payout Ratio
52.3%Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
66.5%Caution
Interest Coverage
1.8xWarning

Balance Sheet

Warning
Net Debt / Total Assets
54.7%Warning
Current Ratio
1.4xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
596.7Warning

Profitability

Safe
Return on Equity
17.4%Safe
Operating Margin
32.2%Very Safe
Gross Margin
92.0%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
4.2%Caution
Earnings Stability
Mostly StableCaution

Dividend History (2016–2025)

SVT.L annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

SVT.L earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

November 27, 2025

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

5.87%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

4.16%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

14.36%

3-Year Total Growth

18.67%

5-Year Total Growth

22.60%

10-Year Total Growth

282.61%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

£2,917.00

Annual Income

£123.43

Quarterly Income

£30.86

Monthly Income

£10.29

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is SVT.L's current dividend yield?
Severn Trent Plc (SVT.L) currently has a dividend yield of 4.17%, based on a stock price of £29.17 and an annual dividend of £1.23.
When is SVT.L's next dividend payment date?
SVT.L's next ex-dividend date is 2025-11-27 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does SVT.L pay in dividends per year?
Severn Trent Plc paid £1.23 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid semi-annual.
Has SVT.L been increasing its dividend?
Severn Trent Plc has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 4.16% and a 10-year CAGR of 14.36%.
Is SVT.L's dividend safe?
Severn Trent Plc has a payout ratio of 116.14%. 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 SVT.L's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Severn Trent 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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