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Vestas Wind Systems A/S

EURO STOXX 600
VWS.CO|Industrials|Specialty Industrial Machinery||P/E 30.7|MCap 179.6B|NASDAQ Copenhagen

Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32

Dividend Safety Rating

59/ 100Caution

VWS.CO's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 8.7% earnings payout ratio & 7.3% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 3.2% operating margin & 11.9% gross margin. The dividend has been growing at a 11.64% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 15 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 8.7%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • FCF Payout Ratio: 7.3%Free cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.
  • CFO Payout Ratio: 9.9%Operating cash flow strongly supports the payout.

Risks

  • Dividend Streak: 1 yrsShort dividend history limits track-record signal.
  • Dividend Cut: YesDividend was cut or suspended in recent history.
  • Operating Margin: 3.2%Operating margin is thin and pressures the dividend.

Payout & Coverage

Very Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
8.7%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
7.3%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
9.9%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
8.2xSafe

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
-3.9%Very Safe
Current Ratio
1.0xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
100.6Safe

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
23.2%Very Safe
Operating Margin
3.2%Warning
Gross Margin
11.9%Warning
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Caution
Dividend Streak
1 yrsDanger
Dividend Cut
YesDanger
5-Year Dividend CAGR
11.6%Very Safe
Earnings Stability
Mostly StableCaution

About Vestas Wind Systems A/S

Vestas Wind Systems A/S is a Danish manufacturer, seller, installer, and servicer of wind turbines, established in 1945 and recognized as a global leader in sustainable energy solutions. The company designs, manufactures, installs, and services wind turbines and hybrid projects worldwide, with manufacturing facilities across more than 12 countries including Denmark, the United States, China, and India, employing around 29,000 people. Vestas has installed over 66,000 turbines totaling 100 GW capacity in over 80 countries, pioneering advancements like the V236-15.0 MW offshore turbine and the tallest onshore tower at 199 meters. Focused on accelerating renewable energy deployment, electrification, and solutions like green hydrogen, it addresses climate challenges by reducing CO₂ emissions and supporting a shift to low-emission electricity generation. Rooted in wind energy heritage, Vestas emphasizes innovation through substantial R&D investment, blade recycling, and sustainability values of simplicity, collaboration, accountability, and passion, playing a pivotal role in the transition to sustainable energy systems.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.05%

Annual Dividend

DKK 0.10

Frequency

N/A

Payout Ratio

8.67%

FCF Payout Ratio

7.34%

Stock Price

52-Week Range

DKK 81.14 DKK 200.80

Dividend History (2016–2025)

VWS.CO annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

VWS.CO earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

April 9, 2026

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

14.13%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

11.64%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

13.43%

3-Year Total Growth

48.65%

5-Year Total Growth

73.39%

10-Year Total Growth

252.56%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

DKK 0.00

Annual Income

DKK 10.00

Quarterly Income

DKK 2.50

Monthly Income

DKK 0.83

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is VWS.CO's current dividend yield?
Vestas Wind Systems A/S (VWS.CO) currently has a dividend yield of 0.05%, based on a stock price of — and an annual dividend of DKK 0.10.
When is VWS.CO's next dividend payment date?
VWS.CO's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-09 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does VWS.CO pay in dividends per year?
Vestas Wind Systems A/S paid DKK 0.55 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid unknown.
Has VWS.CO been increasing its dividend?
Vestas Wind Systems A/S has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 11.64% and a 10-year CAGR of 13.43%.
Is VWS.CO's dividend safe?
Vestas Wind Systems A/S has a payout ratio of 8.67%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 7.34%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is VWS.CO's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Vestas Wind Systems A/S'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 industrials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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