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Zegona Communications Plc

EURO STOXX 600
ZEG.L|Communication Services|Telecom Services|£18.62|P/E 206.9|MCap 42.3M|LSE

Last update: May 9, 2026 at 09:32

Dividend Safety Rating

29/ 100Warning

ZEG.L's dividend shows several warning signs. Strengths include a 0.0% earnings payout ratio & 104.2% 5-year dividend cagr. Areas of concern: -3886.8x interest coverage & 0.7x current ratio. The dividend has been growing at a 104.16% 5-year CAGR.

Based on 10 of 15 metrics

Strengths

  • Earnings Payout Ratio: 0.0%Low earnings payout ratio leaves room to grow the dividend.
  • 5-Year Dividend CAGR: 104.2%Dividend has grown at a healthy 5-year pace.

Risks

  • Interest Coverage: -3886.8xInterest coverage is thin relative to debt servicing.
  • Current Ratio: 0.7xLimited short-term liquidity to meet obligations.
  • Debt-to-Equity: 619.8Debt-to-equity is elevated for the sector.

Payout & Coverage

Caution
Earnings Payout Ratio
0.0%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
N/AN/A
CFO Payout Ratio
N/AN/A
Interest Coverage
-3886.8xDanger

Balance Sheet

Danger
Net Debt / Total Assets
N/AN/A
Current Ratio
0.7xDanger
Debt-to-Equity
619.8Danger

Profitability

Warning
Return on Equity
-1.3%Danger
Operating Margin
10.7%Caution
Gross Margin
N/AN/A
Profit Margin Stability
N/AN/A

Dividend Track Record

Warning
Dividend Streak
1 yrsDanger
Dividend Cut
YesDanger
5-Year Dividend CAGR
104.2%Very Safe
Earnings Stability
VolatileWarning

About Zegona Communications Plc

Zegona Communications Plc is a United Kingdom-based public limited company founded in 2015 and headquartered in London. It operates as a holding company primarily focused on investing in and acquiring businesses within the telecommunications, media, and technology (TMT) sectors across Europe. The company's strategic objective is to identify and transform undervalued assets in these high-growth industries, leveraging operational expertise to drive value creation. Classified under SIC code 64209 as activities of other holding companies, Zegona Communications Plc engages in network-based telecommunications operations and opportunistic investments in European markets. Notable features include its emphasis on strategic acquisitions, such as past involvements in telecom operators, positioning it as a key player in consolidating fragmented TMT landscapes. With a registered office at 8 Sackville Street, London, the firm maintains an active status and files annual accounts, underscoring its commitment to transparency and governance in the dynamic European communications ecosystem.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

8.66%

Annual Dividend

£1.61

Frequency

Annual

Payout Ratio

0.00%

FCF Payout Ratio

Stock Price

£18.62

52-Week Range

£5.74 £18.81

Dividend History (2016–2025)

ZEG.L annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

ZEG.L earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Last Ex-Dividend Date

December 18, 2025

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

5-Year Dividend CAGR

104.16%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

3-Year Total Growth

N/A

5-Year Total Growth

3447.37%

10-Year Total Growth

N/A

Income Calculator

ZEG.L Dividend Calculator

Total Investment

£1,862.00

Annual Income

£161.09

Quarterly Income

£40.27

Monthly Income

£13.42

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ZEG.L's current dividend yield?
Zegona Communications Plc (ZEG.L) currently has a dividend yield of 8.66%, based on a stock price of £18.62 and an annual dividend of £1.61.
When is ZEG.L's next dividend payment date?
ZEG.L's next ex-dividend date is 2025-12-18 and the next payment date is —. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does ZEG.L pay in dividends per year?
Zegona Communications Plc paid £1.63 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid annual.
Has ZEG.L been increasing its dividend?
Zegona Communications Plc has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of 104.16%.
Is ZEG.L's dividend safe?
Zegona Communications Plc has a payout ratio of 0.00%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is ZEG.L's Dividend Safety Rating calculated?
The Dividend Safety Rating evaluates Zegona Communications Plc'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 communication services companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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