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SGS SA

Dividend Aristocrat
SGSN.SW|Industrials|Consulting Services|CHF 85.10|P/E 24.6|MCap 16.4B|SIX

Last update: Mar 23, 2026 at 13:52

About SGS SA

SGS SA is a Swiss multinational company and the global leader in testing, inspection, and certification (TIC) services. Founded in 1878 and headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, it supports international trade by verifying the quantity, quality, and compliance of goods in sectors like agriculture, minerals, petroleum, consumer products, oil and gas, mining, automotive, food, and life sciences. SGS SA operates through five key divisions: connectivity and products, health and nutrition, industries and environment, natural resources, and knowledge, leading in three of these areas. With approximately 99,500 employees across 2,650 offices and laboratories worldwide, the company ensures products, processes, systems, and services meet health, safety, regulatory, and sustainability standards for governments, businesses, and institutions. Recognized for integrity and innovation, SGS SA plays a critical role in fostering trust, facilitating safer global commerce, and advancing environmental and quality benchmarks in diverse industries from manufacturing to transportation.

Dividend Overview

Dividend Yield

3.75%

Annual Dividend

CHF 3.20

Frequency

Annual

Payout Ratio

92.49%

FCF Payout Ratio

N/A

Stock Price

CHF 85.10

52-Week Range

CHF 71.12 CHF 97.48

Dividend Health Score

78/ 100Safe

SGSN.SW's dividend appears safe and well-supported. Strengths include a 22.9% fcf payout ratio and 29.1% cfo payout ratio. Areas of concern: 92.5% earnings payout ratio and 492.2 debt-to-equity. As a Dividend Aristocrat with 25+ consecutive years of increases, SGSN.SW has a proven commitment to shareholders.

Based on 14 of 14 metrics

Payout & Coverage

Safe
Earnings Payout Ratio
92.5%Warning
FCF Payout Ratio
22.9%Very Safe
CFO Payout Ratio
29.1%Very Safe
Interest Coverage
13.7xVery Safe

Balance Sheet

Caution
Net Debt / Total Assets
32.6%Caution
Current Ratio
1.4xCaution
Debt-to-Equity
492.2Warning

Profitability

Very Safe
Return on Equity
76.6%Very Safe
Operating Margin
15.0%Caution
Gross Margin
85.9%Very Safe
Profit Margin Stability
Very StableVery Safe

Dividend Track Record

Very Safe
Dividend Streak
11+ yrsVery Safe
5-Year Dividend CAGR
267.1%Very Safe
Earnings Stability
GrowingVery Safe

Dividend History (2016–2025)

SGSN.SW annual dividend per share and yield history

Earnings & Profitability

SGSN.SW earnings per share and net profit margin

Key Dates

Next Ex-Dividend Date

April 2, 2026

Next Payment Date

April 24, 2025

Dividend Growth

3-Year Dividend CAGR

773.58%

5-Year Dividend CAGR

267.10%

10-Year Dividend CAGR

94.64%

3-Year Total Growth

66566.67%

5-Year Total Growth

66566.67%

10-Year Total Growth

77948.78%

2

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

Income Calculator

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Total Investment

CHF 8,510.00

Annual Income

CHF 320.00

Quarterly Income

CHF 80.00

Monthly Income

CHF 26.67

Frequently Asked Questions

What is SGSN.SW's current dividend yield?
SGS SA (SGSN.SW) currently has a dividend yield of 3.75%, based on a stock price of CHF 85.10 and an annual dividend of CHF 3.20.
When is SGSN.SW's next dividend payment date?
SGSN.SW's next ex-dividend date is 2026-04-02 and the next payment date is 2025-04-24. You must own the stock before the ex-dividend date to receive the upcoming payment.
How much does SGSN.SW pay in dividends per year?
SGS SA paid CHF 3.20 per share in annual dividends in 2025. The dividends are paid annual.
Has SGSN.SW been increasing its dividend?
Yes, SGS SA is a 2. Its dividend has grown at a 5-year CAGR of 267.10%, a 3-year CAGR of 773.58%, and a 10-year CAGR of 94.64%.
Is SGSN.SW's dividend safe?
SGS SA has a payout ratio of 92.49%. The payout ratio is moderate. Monitor earnings to ensure sustainability.
How is SGSN.SW's Dividend Health Score calculated?
The Dividend Health Score evaluates SGS SA'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 industrials companies. The overall score ranges from 0 to 100.

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