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Danone S.A.

Dividend Aristocrat
BN.PA|Consumer Defensive|Packaged Foods|€68.50|P/E 24.3|MCap 43.9B|Euronext

Last update: Mar 23, 2026 at 13:52

About Danone S.A.

Danone S.A. is a leading French multinational food and beverage company, founded in 1919 in Barcelona and now headquartered in Paris. It specializes in bringing health through food with three core categories: Essential Dairy and Plant-based Products, Waters, and Specialized Nutrition. The company offers renowned brands like Activia yogurt, Oikos Greek yogurt, Evian and Volvic bottled waters, and Nutricia for medical and early life nutrition, serving everyday needs in households worldwide. Operating in over 120 countries with approximately 90,000 employees, Danone generates significant revenue—around €27.4 billion in recent years—from diverse segments including dairy (52% of sales), waters (19%), and specialized nutrition (29%). Notable for its sustainability focus through the Renew Danone strategy and Danone Impact Journey, it emphasizes healthier food choices, sustainable agriculture, and community support, holding top rankings like first place on the Global Access to Nutrition Index. Danone shapes the global market by innovating in nutrition research and promoting plant-based alternatives, maintaining a strong presence in regions from Europe and North America to Africa, Asia, and emerging markets.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.14%

Annual Dividend

€2.15

Frequency

Annual

Payout Ratio

76.24%

FCF Payout Ratio

N/A

Stock Price

€68.50

52-Week Range

€63.52 €80.14

Dividend Health Score

61/ 100Safe

BN.PA's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 50.6% fcf payout ratio and 6.1x interest coverage. Areas of concern: 0.9x current ratio and Volatile profit margin stability. As a Dividend Aristocrat with 25+ consecutive years of increases, BN.PA has a proven commitment to shareholders.

Based on 14 of 14 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
76.2%Caution
FCF Payout Ratio
50.6%Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
70.0%Caution
Interest Coverage
6.1xSafe

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
27.6%Safe
Current Ratio
0.9xWarning
Debt-to-Equity
89.1Safe

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
10.8%Caution
Operating Margin
13.7%Caution
Gross Margin
50.6%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
0.5%Warning
Earnings Stability
StableSafe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

BN.PA annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

BN.PA earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

May 4, 2026

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

3.49%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

0.47%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

3.67%

3-Year Total Growth

10.82%

5-Year Total Growth

2.38%

10-Year Total Growth

43.33%

3

This company has increased its dividend for 25+ consecutive years.

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

€6,850.00

Annual Income

€215.00

Quarterly Income

€53.75

Monthly Income

€17.92

Frequently Asked Questions

What is BN.PA's current dividend yield?
Danone S.A. (BN.PA) currently has a dividend yield of 3.14%, based on a stock price of €68.50 and an annual dividend of €2.15.
When is BN.PA's next dividend payment date?
BN.PA's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-04 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 BN.PA pay in dividends per year?
Danone S.A. paid €2.15 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid annual.
Has BN.PA been increasing its dividend?
Yes, Danone S.A. is a 3. Its dividend has grown at a 5-year CAGR of 0.47%, a 3-year CAGR of 3.49%, and a 10-year CAGR of 3.67%.
Is BN.PA's dividend safe?
Danone S.A. has a payout ratio of 76.24%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is BN.PA's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Danone 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 consumer defensive companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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