A dividend announcement is a formal declaration made by a company’s board of directors regarding the distribution of a portion of the company’s earnings to its shareholders in the form of dividends. This announcement typically includes key details such as the dividend amount per share, the ex-dividend date (the date by which shareholders must own the stock to receive the upcoming dividend), and the payment date (when the dividend will be paid to shareholders). Dividend announcements are significant for investors as they provide insight into the company’s financial health, profitability, and ongoing commitment to returning value to shareholders.
Henkel increased its adjusted EBIT to €3.1 billion, surpassing targets with a 14.3% margin, reflecting their strategic expertise. An uplift in dividends for 2024 sees the preferred share dividend climbing…