UPM-Kymmene Oyj

Last update: Mar 25, 2026 at 04:53

About UPM-Kymmene Oyj

UPM-Kymmene Oyj is a leading material solutions company rooted in the forest industry, specializing in renewable products derived from wood and other sustainable feedstocks. It provides a broad portfolio encompassing publication and specialty papers, chemical pulp, self-adhesive labels, plywood, sawn timber, and advanced materials like wood-plastic composites, biofuels, biochemicals, and biomedical products. The company operates through key segments including UPM Fibres for pulp and timber, UPM Energy for zero-carbon electricity generation, UPM Raflatac for label materials, UPM Specialty Papers and Communication Papers for packaging and printing applications, UPM Plywood for construction and industrial uses, and other innovative operations. With 54 production plants across 11 countries and headquarters in Helsinki, Finland, UPM-Kymmene Oyj serves diverse industries such as packaging, consumer goods, construction, media, pharmaceuticals, and energy. Renowned for its sustainability efforts, it holds top ratings from EcoVadis and the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices, contributing to global decarbonization and resource-efficient solutions while maintaining strong market positions worldwide.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.95%

Annual Dividend

€0.75

Frequency

Annual

Payout Ratio

164.84%

FCF Payout Ratio

93.57%

Stock Price

—

52-Week Range

€21.72 – €27.94

Dividend Health Score

Caution

Dividend Health Assessment

UPM.HE's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 7.6x interest coverage & 16.9% net debt / total assets. Areas of concern: 164.8% earnings payout ratio & 93.6% fcf payout ratio.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Warning

Earnings Payout Ratio

164.8%Danger

FCF Payout Ratio

93.6%Warning

CFO Payout Ratio

92.4%Danger

Interest Coverage

7.6xSafe

Balance Sheet

Safe

Net Debt / Total Assets

16.9%Safe

Current Ratio

1.9xSafe

Debt-to-Equity

36.7Very Safe

Profitability

Warning

Return on Equity

4.5%Warning

Operating Margin

11.2%Caution

Gross Margin

18.7%Warning

Profit Margin Stability

VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Safe

11+ yrsVery Safe

NoneVery Safe

2.9%Caution

StableSafe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

UPM.HE annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

UPM.HE earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

April 10, 2026

Next Payment Date

—

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

4.89%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

2.90%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

7.92%

3-Year Total Growth

15.38%

5-Year Total Growth

15.38%

10-Year Total Growth

114.29%

Income Calculator

UPM.HE Dividend Calculator

Number of Shares

Total Investment

€0.00

Annual Income

€75.00

Quarterly Income

€18.75

Monthly Income

€6.25

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is UPM.HE's current dividend yield?

UPM-Kymmene Oyj (UPM.HE) currently has a dividend yield of 2.95%, based on a stock price of — and an annual dividend of €0.75.

When is UPM.HE's next dividend payment date?

UPM.HE's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-10 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.

How much does UPM.HE pay in dividends per year?

UPM-Kymmene Oyj paid €1.50 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid annual.

Has UPM.HE been increasing its dividend?

UPM-Kymmene Oyj has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 2.90% and a 10-year CAGR of 7.92%.

Is UPM.HE's dividend safe?

UPM-Kymmene Oyj has a payout ratio of 164.84%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 93.57%. 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 UPM.HE's Dividend Health Score calculated?

The Dividend Health Score evaluates UPM-Kymmene Oyj'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 basic materials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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