BT Group plc
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About BT Group plc
BT Group plc is a British multinational telecommunications holding company headquartered in London, England. It operates as the UK's largest provider of fixed-line broadband, mobile services, and subscription television, serving around 18 million consumer customers through brands like BT, EE, and Plusnet. The company also delivers communications and IT solutions to businesses, corporations, public sector organizations, and global markets via its BT Business and Enterprise divisions. A key subsidiary, Openreach, manages the wholesale infrastructure, including the 'last mile' copper connections and nationwide network rollout, ensuring fair access for other providers under Ofcom regulation. With origins tracing back to 1846 and full privatization by 1993, BT Group plc maintains a primary listing on the London Stock Exchange as a FTSE 100 constituent. Its operations span approximately 180 countries, emphasizing network expansion, digital transformation, and services like TNT Sports broadcasting, while employing over 85,000 people and generating annual revenues exceeding £20 billion.
Dividend Overview
Dividend Yield
3.87%
Annual Dividend
£0.08
Frequency
Semi-Annual
Payout Ratio
85.00%
FCF Payout Ratio
97.32%
Stock Price
£2.12
52-Week Range
£1.49 – £2.24
Dividend Health Score
BT.A.L's dividend shows some areas that warrant monitoring. Strengths include a 35.8% cfo payout ratio and 16.6% operating margin. Areas of concern: 85.0% earnings payout ratio and 97.3% fcf payout ratio. As a Dividend Aristocrat with 25+ consecutive years of increases, BT.A.L has a proven commitment to shareholders.
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BT.A.L annual dividend per share and yield history
Earnings & Profitability
BT.A.L earnings per share and net profit margin
Key Dates
Next Ex-Dividend Date
December 29, 2025
Next Payment Date
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Dividend Growth
3-Year Dividend CAGR
2.16%
5-Year Dividend CAGR
N/A
10-Year Dividend CAGR
-4.42%
3-Year Total Growth
6.62%
5-Year Total Growth
N/A
10-Year Total Growth
-36.36%
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This company has increased its dividend for 25+ consecutive years.
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