Lonza Group AG (LONN.SW) Dividends
Market Cap: $41.42B
Avg Volume: 190.36K
Industry: Medical - Diagnostics & Research
Sector: Healthcare
Dividend Overview
Lonza Group AG (LONN.SW) pays a annual dividend to its shareholders. The current dividend yield is 0.69%, which means that for every $100 invested at the current price, investors would receive approximately $0.69 in dividends per year (this can change based on future dividend payments and price movements).
About LONN.SW's Dividend
Lonza Group AG pays a annual dividend. The total annual dividend is approximately $4.00 per share, meaning for each share you own, you'll receive about $4.00 in dividends over the course of a year.
The most recent ex-dividend date was May 13, 2025. If you purchase the stock before its ex-dividend date, you'll be eligible for the upcoming dividend payment.
Lonza Group AG's payout ratio is 0.45% which means that 0.45% of the company's earnings are paid out as dividends. A low payout ratio indicates that the company has a strong financial position and can invest in growth opportunities, while maintaining room to increase dividends in the future.
Lonza Group AG's dividend has decreased by -0.11% over the past year. A decrease in dividends can occur for various reasons, including changes in financial situation or strategic priorities.
LONN.SW Dividend History
| Dividend | Yield | Date | Record Date | Payment Date | Declaration Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $4 | 0.69% | May 13, 2025 | May 14, 2025 | May 15, 2025 | |
| $4 | 0.77% | May 13, 2024 | May 14, 2024 | May 15, 2024 | |
| $3.5 | 0.62% | May 09, 2023 | May 10, 2023 | May 11, 2023 | |
| $3 | 0.58% | May 09, 2022 | May 10, 2022 | May 11, 2022 | |
| $3 | 0.53% | May 10, 2021 | May 11, 2021 | May 12, 2021 | |
| $2.75 | 0.65% | April 30, 2020 | May 04, 2020 | May 05, 2020 | January 21, 2020 |
| $2.75 | 0.90% | April 24, 2019 | April 25, 2019 | April 26, 2019 | January 30, 2019 |
| $2.75 | 1.04% | May 07, 2018 | May 09, 2018 | May 11, 2018 | |
| $2.75 | 1.33% | April 27, 2017 | April 28, 2017 | May 03, 2017 | January 25, 2017 |
| $2.5 | 1.54% | April 26, 2016 | April 27, 2016 | April 28, 2016 | January 27, 2016 |
| $2.5 | 1.95% | April 10, 2015 | April 13, 2015 | April 14, 2015 | January 21, 2015 |
| $2.15 | 2.57% | April 22, 2014 | April 24, 2014 | April 25, 2014 | January 23, 2014 |
| $2.15 | 3.64% | April 11, 2013 | April 15, 2013 | April 16, 2013 | January 24, 2013 |
| $2.15 | 4.88% | April 05, 2012 | April 11, 2012 | April 12, 2012 | January 25, 2012 |
| $2.15 | 3.03% | April 14, 2011 | April 18, 2011 | April 19, 2011 | November 26, 2010 |
| $1.75 | 2.10% | April 07, 2010 | April 09, 2010 | April 12, 2010 | January 28, 2010 |
| $1.75 | 1.75% | April 16, 2009 | April 15, 2009 | April 16, 2009 | January 27, 2009 |
| $1.62101 | 1.31% | April 01, 2008 | January 25, 2008 | ||
| $1.5 | 1.29% | April 03, 2007 | April 02, 2007 | April 03, 2007 | January 24, 2007 |
| $1.3 | 1.48% | March 28, 2006 | March 27, 2006 | March 28, 2006 | January 25, 2006 |
| $1.3 | 1.71% | April 15, 2005 | April 15, 2005 | January 26, 2005 | |
| $1.3 | 2.01% | April 06, 2004 | April 06, 2004 | March 03, 2004 | |
| $1.75995 | 2.58% | April 01, 2003 | January 25, 2003 | ||
| $19 | 15.89% | April 03, 2002 | April 03, 2002 | January 23, 2002 | |
| $15 | 14.46% | April 04, 2001 | April 04, 2001 | February 01, 2001 | |
| $10 | 11.52% | June 16, 2000 | June 16, 2000 | March 11, 2000 |
Dividend Growth
Lonza Group AG (LONN.SW) dividend payments have decreased -10.77% over the past year
Note: This growth rate represents the year-over-year growth in total dividends paid by the company, which may differ from the growth in dividends per share if the number of outstanding shares has changed.
Dividend Safety
Dividend safety refers to the ability of a company to continue paying its dividends to shareholders without interruption or reduction. A company with a high level of dividend safety is generally considered to have a strong financial position, with a consistent history of paying dividends and a low risk of default.
Key Safety Indicators for LONN.SW
- Dividend Payout Ratio: 0.45% Low risk
- Dividend & Capex Coverage Ratio: 0.75x Weak coverage
- Dividend Frequency: Annual
- Recent Dividend Growth: -0.11% Negative
What These Indicators Mean
A low payout ratio (typically less than 60%) indicates that a company has enough earnings to pay dividends and retain earnings to reinvest in the business. Lonza Group AG's payout ratio is 0.45% , which is very conservative and suggests strong dividend sustainability.
The Dividend & Capex Coverage Ratio of 0.75x indicates how well the company can cover both its dividend payments and capital expenditures from operating cash flows. This ratio below 1.0x indicates Lonza Group AG may need to use cash reserves or debt to fund dividends and investments, which could be unsustainable long-term.
Lonza Group AG's dividend growth rate of -0.11% is negative, which may signal financial challenges or a shift in capital allocation priorities.
It is worth noting that dividend safety can change over time based on a company's financial performance, industry conditions, and management decisions. Regular monitoring of these metrics is recommended for dividend-focused investors.