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About SSE
SSE plc is a UK-based energy company primarily involved in the production and supply of electricity and natural gas. It operates through transmission, distribution, and energy services segments, focusing on renewable energy, including wind farms and hydroelectric generation. Founded in 1998, SSE emerged from the merger of Scottish Hydro-Electric and Southern Electric. The company is headquartered in Perth, Scotland, and has a significant presence in the UK and Ireland. SSE's strategic focus on renewable energy projects and infrastructure underscores its commitment to supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Ticker
£SSE
Sector
Primary listing
LSE
Employees
15,824
Headquarters
Website
SSE Metrics
BasicAdvanced
£21B
17.70
£1.08
0.59
£0.64
3.36%
Price and volume
Market cap
£21B
Beta
0.59
52-week high
£19.36
52-week low
£14.14
Average daily volume
3.1M
Dividend rate
£0.64
Financial strength
Current ratio
1.005
Quick ratio
0.627
Long term debt to equity
68.073
Total debt to equity
83.547
Dividend payout ratio (TTM)
40.00%
Interest coverage (TTM)
7.05%
Profitability
EBITDA (TTM)
2,849.7
Gross margin (TTM)
38.13%
Net profit margin (TTM)
11.74%
Operating margin (TTM)
22.20%
Effective tax rate (TTM)
27.99%
Revenue per employee (TTM)
£640,000
Management effectiveness
Return on assets (TTM)
4.80%
Return on equity (TTM)
10.88%
Valuation
Price to earnings (TTM)
17.697
Price to revenue (TTM)
2.075
Price to book
2.06
Price to tangible book (TTM)
2.37
Price to free cash flow (TTM)
-32.143
Free cash flow yield (TTM)
-3.11%
Free cash flow per share (TTM)
-0.595
Dividend yield (TTM)
3.36%
Growth
Revenue change (TTM)
-3.11%
Earnings per share change (TTM)
-30.93%
3-year revenue growth (CAGR)
5.22%
10-year revenue growth (CAGR)
-10.77%
3-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
-27.73%
10-year earnings per share growth (CAGR)
6.95%
3-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
-9.18%
10-year dividend per share growth (CAGR)
-3.15%
What the Analysts think about SSE
Analyst ratings (Buy, Hold, Sell) for SSE stock.
Bulls say / Bears say
SSE expects a 17% year-on-year increase in renewables output for the fiscal year ending March 31, 2025, driven by capacity additions despite adverse weather, supporting its low-carbon growth strategy. (Reuters)
The company reaffirmed its adjusted earnings per share target of 175–200 pence for fiscal 2026/27, showing management’s confidence in long-term profitability through its energy transition investments. (Reuters)
In March 2025, SSE named veteran executive Martin Pibworth as CEO designate, ensuring leadership continuity and a strategic focus on networks and renewables without disrupting ongoing project delivery. (Reuters)
SSE narrowed its full-year adjusted EPS guidance for fiscal 2025 to 155–160 pence, below its prior 154–163 pence range, indicating margin pressures as energy prices normalize. (Reuters)
The company cut its five-year capital investment plan by £3 billion to £17.5 billion—with the renewables division taking a £1.5 billion reduction—potentially slowing future capacity expansion. (Reuters)
SSE booked a £249.5 million pre-tax impairment on its Southern Europe renewables development assets in FY 2024/25, due to sector-wide permitting and grid-connection delays hindering project progress. (Bloomberg)
Data summarised monthly by Lightyear AI. Last updated on 4 Oct 2025.
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FAQs
What’s the current market cap for SSE stock?
SSE (SSE) has a market cap of £21B as of October 25, 2025.
What is the P/E ratio for SSE stock?
The price to earnings (P/E) ratio for SSE (SSE) stock is 17.7 as of October 25, 2025.
Does SSE stock pay dividends?
Yes, the SSE (SSE) stock pays dividends to shareholders. As of October 25, 2025, the dividend rate is £0.642 and the yield is 3.36%. SSE has a payout ratio of 40% on a trailing twelve-month basis.
When is the next SSE dividend payment date?
The next SSE (SSE) dividend payment date is unconfirmed.
What is the beta indicator for SSE?
SSE (SSE) has a beta rating of 0.59. 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.