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Samse offers a compelling 8.38% dividend yield, ranking in the top 25% of French dividend stocks. Over the past decade, dividends have shown growth with stability, supported by a payout ratio of 66.5% and a cash payout ratio of 58.9%, ensuring coverage by both earnings and cash flows. Despite a recent dip in net income to €76.43 million from €94.87 million and sales decreasing slightly to €1,889.32 million, its dividends remain well-covered and reliable amidst these fluctuations.

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• According our valuation report, there's an indication that Samse's share price might be on the cheaper side.

Sodexo

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆

Overview: Sodexo S.A. operates globally, offering food services and facilities management, with a market capitalization of approximately €12.57 billion.

Operations: Sodexo S.A. generates €8.30 billion, €10.74 billion, and €4.12 billion in revenue from its operations in Europe, North America, and the Rest of the World respectively.

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

Sodexo has experienced a volatile dividend history over the past decade, despite some growth. With a payout ratio of 63.2% and a cash payout ratio of 44%, its dividends are reasonably covered by both earnings and cash flows. However, its recent financial performance shows a concerning shift, reporting a net loss of €74 million for the half-year ended February 2024, compared to a net income of €440 million in the previous year, alongside an increase in sales to €12.1 billion from €11.58 billion.

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• The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Sodexo's current price could be inflated.

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