Direct Line Insurance Group/£DLG
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About Direct Line Insurance Group
Direct Line Insurance Group plc, commonly known by its ticker DLG, is a major player in the UK's insurance sector. Established in 1985 and headquartered in Bromley, England, the company primarily focuses on providing various types of insurance including car, home, pet, and travel. Direct Line is noted for underwriting and selling its policies directly to customers over the phone and online, thereby bypassing brokers and third-party channels.
Ticker
£DLG
Sector
Primary listing
LSE
Industry
Insurance
Headquarters
Employees
9,053
ISIN
GB00BY9D0Y18
Website
DLG Metrics
BasicAdvanced
£4B
27.50
£0.11
0.50
£0.07
2.29%
Price and volume
Market cap
£4B
Beta
0.5
52-week high
£3.10
52-week low
£1.47
Average daily volume
3M
Dividend rate
£0.07
Financial strength
Current ratio
3.68
Quick ratio
0.204
Long term debt to equity
14.535
Total debt to equity
17.694
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
58.30%
Interest coverage (TTM)
24.83%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
538
Gross margin (TTM)
7.32%
Net profit margin (TTM)
3.39%
Operating margin (TTM)
7.82%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
25.55%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
£530,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
2.72%
Return on equity (TTM)
6.65%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
27.495
Price to revenue (TTM)
0.828
Price to book
1.59
Price to tangible book (TTM)
2.32
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
-8.428
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
-11.87%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
-36.21%
Dividend yield (TTM)
2.29%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
46.50%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
-29.30%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
14.26%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
3.78%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
-22.77%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
-8.48%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
-32.44%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
-6.96%
What the Analysts think about DLG
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for Direct Line Insurance Group stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
Direct Line's gross written premiums increased by 25.3% in 2024, indicating strong top-line growth under CEO Adam Winslow's turnaround strategy. (tradingview.com)
The company reinstated its dividend in 2024, reflecting improved financial health and a commitment to returning value to shareholders. (reuters.com)
Direct Line's strategic shift to list its motor insurance brand on price comparison websites aims to attract new business and adapt to market trends. (reuters.com)
The company revised its end-2023 solvency capital ratio downward due to a miscalculation, raising concerns about financial oversight. (reuters.com)
Direct Line's first-half 2024 operating profit fell short of analyst estimates, indicating challenges in the turnaround process. (bloomberg.com)
The company experienced a 5.5% decline in in-force policies in 2024, suggesting customer retention issues amid strategic changes. (tradingview.com)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 6 Jun 2025.
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DLG Earnings Performance
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for Direct Line Insurance Group stock?
Direct Line Insurance Group (DLG) has a market cap of £4B as of June 20, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for Direct Line Insurance Group stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for Direct Line Insurance Group (DLG) stock is 27.5 as of June 20, 2025.
Does Direct Line Insurance Group stock pay dividends?
Yes, the Direct Line Insurance Group (DLG) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of June 20, 2025, the dividend rate is £0.07 and the yield is 2.29%. Direct Line Insurance Group has a payout ratio of 58.3% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next Direct Line Insurance Group dividend payment date?
The next Direct Line Insurance Group (DLG) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for Direct Line Insurance Group?
Direct Line Insurance Group (DLG) has a beta rating of 0.5. This means that it is less volatile than the market, on average. A beta of 1 would indicate the stock moves in-line with the market, while a beta of 0.5 would mean it moves half as much as the market.