BMW and Mercedes-Benz Group: A Dividend Comparison

Bayerische Motoren Werke (BMW) and Mercedes-Benz Group, two of Germany's leading automotive manufacturers, have recently announced their dividend payments for the current year. BMW will distribute €4.30 per share on May 19, 2025, marking a reduction from previous years, with an annual yield of approximately 5.4%. In contrast, Mercedes-Benz Group will pay a reduced dividend of €4.30 on May 12, 2025, resulting in a yield of about 7.4%.

 

Both companies have adjusted their dividends to ensure sustainability, reflecting industry-wide challenges. BMW's dividend is well-covered by earnings but lacks free cash flow support. Mercedes-Benz Group's dividend is also covered by earnings, with a focus on reinvesting profits for growth. Despite these adjustments, both companies remain attractive dividend payers, with BMW offering stability and Mercedes-Benz Group providing a higher yield.

 

Source: Marketscreener, Simply Wall St, Yahoo Finance