01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed July 30, 2025. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co. (HPE) has filed an 8-K report on July 30, 2025, disclosing a key decision by its Board of Directors regarding its 7.625%a Series C Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock.
The Board has approved the declaration of a cash dividend payment for this preferred stock. This dividend amounts to $0.953125b per share and is scheduled to be paid on September 1, 2025, to shareholders of record as of August 15, 2025.
This action is a routine procedural disclosure related to the distribution of dividends on a specific class of preferred stock, underscoring the company's ongoing commitment to its preferred shareholders. Investors should note that such dividend declarations are at the discretion of the Board and are subject to the availability of legally permissible funds for payment.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- HPE's Board of Directors approved a cash dividend for its 7.625% Series C Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock.
- The dividend amount is $0.953125 per share.
- The payment date for the dividend is September 1, 2025.
- Record date for the dividend is August 15, 2025.
- The declaration and payment of dividends remain at the sole discretion of the Board of Directors.
- Dividends must be paid from legally available sources.
- This disclosure is made under Regulation FD.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?
The main purpose of this 8-K filing is to formally announce and disclose that Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co.'s Board of Directors has approved the declaration of a cash dividend payment for its 7.625% Series C Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock.
Who is eligible to receive this dividend?
Shareholders who are on record as holding the 7.625% Series C Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock as of the close of business on August 15, 2025, are eligible to receive this dividend.
When will the dividend be paid?
The cash dividend is scheduled to be paid on September 1, 2025. If this date is not a business day, payment will be made on the next succeeding business day.
Is the payment of this dividend guaranteed for future periods?
No, the declaration and payment of future dividends are at the sole discretion of HPE's Board of Directors and are contingent upon the availability of legally permissible sources of funds for payment.
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