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TEF.MC

Telefónica S.A.

EURO STOXX 600
TEF.MC|Communication Services|Telecom Services|€3.68|P/E 14.0|MCap 20.2B|BME

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About Telefónica S.A.

Telefónica S.A. is a leading multinational telecommunications company headquartered in Madrid, Spain, providing a comprehensive suite of services across Europe and Latin America. It offers mobile services including voice, data, internet, roaming, fixed wireless, trunking, and paging, alongside traditional fixed-line telecommunications such as PSTN lines, ISDN accesses, public telephony, local and international long-distance calls, corporate communications, and value-added supplementary services. The company also delivers broadband internet access, fiber-to-the-home, high-speed digital subscriber lines, VoIP, leased lines, virtual private networks, fiber optics, web hosting, managed services, content delivery, cybersecurity, outsourcing, system integration, and professional consulting. Additionally, Telefónica S.A. provides wholesale services for other operators, video/TV platforms, IoT products, financial services, cloud solutions, big data, digital experiences, and innovative offerings like Aura, open gateway, and smart devices. With a presence in key markets including Spain, the UK, Germany, and Brazil, it continues to invest in 5G networks, fiber expansion, cybersecurity, data centers, and strategic mergers to enhance its competitive position in the global telecom sector.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

8.38%

Annual Dividend

€0.30

Frequency

Semi-Annual

Payout Ratio

111.11%

FCF Payout Ratio

37.01%

Stock Price

€3.68

52-Week Range

€3.24 €4.89

Dividend Health Score

41/ 100Caution

TEF.MC's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 37.0% fcf payout ratio & 69.6% gross margin. Areas of concern: 111.1% earnings payout ratio & 1.2x interest coverage.

Based on 14 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Warning
Earnings Payout Ratio
111.1%Danger
FCF Payout Ratio
37.0%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
N/AN/A
Interest Coverage
1.2xDanger

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
36.8%Caution
Current Ratio
0.9xWarning
Debt-to-Equity
235.4Caution

Profitability

Warning
Return on Equity
-8.7%Danger
Operating Margin
-22.9%Danger
Gross Margin
69.6%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Caution
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
Dividend Cut
NoneVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
-5.0%Danger
Earnings Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend History (2016–2025)

TEF.MC annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

TEF.MC earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

June 16, 2026

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

0.22%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

-4.97%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

-1.39%

3-Year Total Growth

0.67%

5-Year Total Growth

-22.48%

10-Year Total Growth

-13.04%

Income Calculator

TEF.MC Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

€367.60

Annual Income

€30.00

Quarterly Income

€7.50

Monthly Income

€2.50

Frequently Asked Questions

What is TEF.MC's current dividend yield?
Telefónica S.A. (TEF.MC) currently has a dividend yield of 8.38%, based on a stock price of €3.68 and an annual dividend of €0.30.
When is TEF.MC's next dividend payment date?
TEF.MC's next ex-dividend date is 2026-06-16 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does TEF.MC pay in dividends per year?
Telefónica S.A. paid €0.30 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid semi-annual.
Has TEF.MC been increasing its dividend?
Telefónica S.A. has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of -4.97% and a 10-year CAGR of -1.39%.
Is TEF.MC's dividend safe?
Telefónica S.A. has a payout ratio of 111.11%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 37.01%. 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 TEF.MC's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Telefónica S.A.'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 communication services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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