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Bayer AG

BAYN.DE|Healthcare|Drug Manufacturers - General|€38.38|P/E 28.4|MCap 37.7B|XETR

Last update: Mar 23, 2026 at 13:52

About Bayer AG

Bayer AG is a global life science company operating in healthcare and nutrition sectors. It functions through three primary segments: Pharmaceuticals, Consumer Health, and Crop Science. The Pharmaceuticals segment develops prescription products for cardiology and women’s health, specialty therapeutics in oncology, hematology, ophthalmology, and cell and gene therapy, along with diagnostic imaging equipment and contrast agents. Consumer Health offers non-prescription items including dermatology treatments, nutritional supplements, digestive health aids, allergy relief, cough and cold remedies, and pain management solutions. Crop Science provides seeds, plant traits, crop protection products, digital farming solutions, and services to advance sustainable agriculture. Founded in 1863 and headquartered in Leverkusen, Germany, Bayer AG impacts pharmaceuticals, agriculture, and consumer wellness industries by innovating in drug development, such as stem cell therapies for Parkinson’s disease, and agricultural technologies. With a workforce of around 90,000 employees, it plays a significant role in addressing global health and food security challenges through its diversified portfolio.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

0.29%

Annual Dividend

€0.11

Frequency

Annual

Payout Ratio

163.27%

FCF Payout Ratio

3.69%

Stock Price

€38.38

52-Week Range

€18.38 €49.78

Dividend Health Score

48/ 100Caution

BAYN.DE's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 3.7% fcf payout ratio and 2.8% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 163.3% earnings payout ratio and -0.4x interest coverage.

Based on 14 of 14 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Caution
Earnings Payout Ratio
163.3%Danger
FCF Payout Ratio
3.7%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
2.8%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
-0.4xDanger

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
28.5%Safe
Current Ratio
1.0xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
144.2Caution

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
-12.4%Danger
Operating Margin
29.0%Very Safe
Gross Margin
60.7%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
UnstableDanger

Dividend Track Record

Warning
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
-47.7%Danger
Earnings Stability
UnstableDanger

Dividend History (2016–2025)

BAYN.DE annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

BAYN.DE earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

April 27, 2026

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

-61.97%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

-47.66%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

-25.93%

3-Year Total Growth

-94.50%

5-Year Total Growth

-96.07%

10-Year Total Growth

-95.03%

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

€3,838.50

Annual Income

€11.00

Quarterly Income

€2.75

Monthly Income

€0.92

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BAYN.DE's current dividend yield?
Bayer AG (BAYN.DE) currently has a dividend yield of 0.29%, based on a stock price of €38.38 and an annual dividend of €0.11.
When is BAYN.DE's next dividend payment date?
BAYN.DE's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-27 and the next payment date is null. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does BAYN.DE pay in dividends per year?
Bayer AG paid €0.11 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid annual.
Has BAYN.DE been increasing its dividend?
Bayer AG has grown its dividend at a 5-year CAGR of -47.66% and a 10-year CAGR of -25.93%.
Is BAYN.DE's dividend safe?
Bayer AG has a payout ratio of 163.27%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 3.69%. 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 BAYN.DE's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Bayer AG'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 healthcare companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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