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Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA

Dividend Aristocrat
FRE.DE|Healthcare|Medical Care Facilities|€43.69|P/E 21.3|MCap 24.6B|XETR

Last update: Mar 23, 2026 at 13:52

About Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA

Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA is a global healthcare group founded in 1912 and headquartered in Bad Homburg, Germany. It specializes in providing critical products and services for treating and caring for critically and chronically ill patients, focusing on therapies like dialysis, infusion, and clinical nutrition. The company operates through key segments including Fresenius Kabi, which supplies biopharmaceuticals, IV drugs, medical devices, and clinical nutrition; Fresenius Helios, Europe’s leading private hospital operator with facilities in Germany and Spain; and Fresenius Vamed, which manages healthcare facility projects from planning to operations. With approximately 176,000 employees and presence in over 60 countries across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Africa, Fresenius generates substantial revenue—around €21.5-23.3 billion in recent years—through an international distribution network and over 50 production sites. Its mission emphasizes affordable, accessible, innovative solutions and high-quality clinical care, positioning it as a leader in addressing global healthcare demands driven by aging populations and chronic conditions.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

2.29%

Annual Dividend

€1.00

Frequency

Annual

Payout Ratio

48.78%

FCF Payout Ratio

53.07%

Stock Price

€43.69

52-Week Range

€31.60 €52.96

Dividend Health Score

63/ 100Safe

FRE.DE's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 48.8% earnings payout ratio and 53.1% fcf payout ratio. Areas of concern: 5.9% return on equity and Volatile profit margin stability. As a Dividend Aristocrat with 25+ consecutive years of increases, FRE.DE has a proven commitment to shareholders.

Based on 13 of 14 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
48.8%Very Safe
FCF Payout Ratio
53.1%Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
N/AN/A
Interest Coverage
3.5xCaution

Balance Sheet

Safe
Net Debt / Total Assets
26.5%Safe
Current Ratio
1.3xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
70.3Safe

Profitability

Caution
Return on Equity
5.9%Warning
Operating Margin
9.9%Caution
Gross Margin
26.1%Caution
Profit Margin Stability
VolatileWarning

Dividend Track Record

Caution
Dividend Streak
9+ yrsSafe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
3.6%Caution
Earnings Stability
Mostly StableCaution

Dividend History (2016–2025)

FRE.DE annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

FRE.DE earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

May 25, 2026

Next Payment Date

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

2.82%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

3.59%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

N/A

3-Year Total Growth

8.70%

5-Year Total Growth

19.26%

10-Year Total Growth

N/A

1

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

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

€4,369.00

Annual Income

€100.00

Quarterly Income

€25.00

Monthly Income

€8.33

Frequently Asked Questions

What is FRE.DE's current dividend yield?
Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA (FRE.DE) currently has a dividend yield of 2.29%, based on a stock price of €43.69 and an annual dividend of €1.00.
When is FRE.DE's next dividend payment date?
FRE.DE's next ex-dividend date is 2026-05-25 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 FRE.DE pay in dividends per year?
Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA paid €1.00 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid annual.
Has FRE.DE been increasing its dividend?
Yes, Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA is a 1. Its dividend has grown at a 5-year CAGR of 3.59%, a 3-year CAGR of 2.82%.
Is FRE.DE's dividend safe?
Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA has a payout ratio of 48.78%. Its free cash flow payout ratio is 53.07%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.
How is FRE.DE's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates Fresenius SE & Co. KGaA'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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