What is the new quarterly dividend amount for Caterpillar Inc. common stock?

The new quarterly dividend amount is $0.37 per share.

When will the increased dividend be paid?

The increased dividend will be paid on November 20, 2003.

Who is eligible to receive this new dividend rate?

Stockholders of record at the close of business on October 20, 2003, are eligible to receive the new dividend rate.

How much has the dividend increased from the previous rate?

The quarterly dividend has increased by $0.02 per share, from $0.35 to $0.37.

CAT 8-K SEC Disclosure

Summary

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) announced on October 8, 2003, an increase in its quarterly cash dividend for common stockholders. The dividend was raised by two cents, from $0.35 to $0.37 per share. This change reflects the company's financial health and commitment to returning value to shareholders. The new dividend rate will be effective for payments made on November 20, 2003, to shareholders of record on October 20, 2003.

Key Highlights

1Caterpillar Inc. increased its quarterly cash dividend by $0.02 per share.
2The new quarterly dividend rate is $0.37 per share.
3The dividend is payable on November 20, 2003.
4Record date for the dividend is October 20, 2003.
5The previous dividend rate was $0.35 per share.
6Caterpillar highlighted that its quarterly dividend has grown more than eightfold in the last decade on a split-adjusted basis.

CATERPILLAR INC 8-K Report (Oct 8, 2003)

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