Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG

Dividend Aristocrat

LISP.SW|Consumer Defensive|Confectioners|CHF 10520.00|P/E 33.6|MCap 24.4B|SIX

Last update: Mar 23, 2026 at 13:52

About Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG

Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG is a Swiss chocolatier and confectionery company founded in 1845, renowned for manufacturing and selling premium chocolate products worldwide. Headquartered in Kilchberg, Switzerland, it operates as the holding company of a global group with twelve factories across Europe and the United States, producing high-quality chocolates, truffles, and bars. The company markets its offerings under iconic brands including Lindt, Ghirardelli, Russell Stover, Whitman’s, Caffarel, Hofbauer & Küfferle, and specialties like Gold Bunny and Lindor. It distributes through independent networks, owned shops, chocolate cafés, and retail outlets, serving consumers in the consumer staples sector, particularly confectioners. Employing around 14,973 people, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG maintains a lean management structure led by an Executive Chairman and Group CEO, with shares listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. As a leader in the premium chocolate segment, it emphasizes innovation, sustainability efforts, and historical milestones like acquiring key chocolatiers to expand its market presence.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

1.42%

Annual Dividend

CHF 150.00

Frequency

Annual

Payout Ratio

47.82%

FCF Payout Ratio

N/A

Stock Price

CHF 10520.00

52-Week Range

CHF 10400.00 – CHF 13740.00

Dividend Health Score

Safe

Dividend Health Assessment

LISP.SW's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 47.8% earnings payout ratio and 18.7x interest coverage. Areas of concern: 181.6% fcf payout ratio and 82.7% cfo payout ratio. As a Dividend Aristocrat with 25+ consecutive years of increases, LISP.SW has a proven commitment to shareholders.

Based on 14 of 14 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Caution

Earnings Payout Ratio

47.8%Very Safe

FCF Payout Ratio

181.6%Danger

CFO Payout Ratio

82.7%Warning

Interest Coverage

18.7xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Safe

Net Debt / Total Assets

12.7%Safe

Current Ratio

1.8xSafe

Debt-to-Equity

35.6Very Safe

Profitability

Safe

Return on Equity

14.8%Safe

Operating Margin

20.1%Safe

Gross Margin

62.6%Very Safe

Profit Margin Stability

StableSafe

Dividend Track Record

Safe

Dividend Streak

11+ yrsVery Safe

5-Year Dividend CAGR

-3.0%Danger

Earnings Stability

GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

LISP.SW annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

LISP.SW earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

April 20, 2026

Next Payment Date

April 25, 2025

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

7.72%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

-3.04%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

7.54%

3-Year Total Growth

25.00%

5-Year Total Growth

-14.29%

10-Year Total Growth

106.90%

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

Income Calculator

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Number of Shares

Total Investment

CHF 1,052,000.00

Annual Income

CHF 15,000.00

Quarterly Income

CHF 3,750.00

Monthly Income

CHF 1,250.00

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LISP.SW's current dividend yield?

Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG (LISP.SW) currently has a dividend yield of 1.42%, based on a stock price of CHF 10520.00 and an annual dividend of CHF 150.00.

When is LISP.SW's next dividend payment date?

LISP.SW's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-20 and the next payment date is 2025-04-25. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.

How much does LISP.SW pay in dividends per year?

Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG paid CHF 150.00 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid annual.

Has LISP.SW been increasing its dividend?

Yes, Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG is a 4. Its dividend has grown at a 5-year CAGR of -3.04%, a 3-year CAGR of 7.72%, and a 10-year CAGR of 7.54%.

Is LISP.SW's dividend safe?

Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli AG has a payout ratio of 47.82%. A payout ratio below 60% is generally considered sustainable.

How is LISP.SW's Dividend Health Score calculated?

The Dividend Health Score evaluates Chocoladefabriken Lindt & Sprüngli 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 consumer defensive companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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