01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed July 14, 2004. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
This 8-K filing from The Procter & Gamble Company (PG), dated July 14, 2004, primarily announces the declaration of its quarterly dividend.
The company has declared a dividend of $0.25a per share for both its Common Stock and Series A ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock. This dividend is scheduled to be paid on or after August 16, 2004, with a record date of July 23, 2004.
For investors, this filing confirms the company's ongoing commitment to returning value to shareholders through regular dividend payments. The details provided are crucial for shareholders to understand their eligibility for the upcoming payout.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Procter & Gamble (PG) declared a quarterly dividend on July 13, 2004.
- The dividend amount is $0.25 per share.
- The dividend applies to both Common Stock and Series A ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock.
- The payment date for the dividend is on or after August 16, 2004.
- The record date for shareholders to be eligible for the dividend is July 23, 2004.
- The filing was made under Item 9 of Form 8-K, relating to Regulation FD Disclosure.
- The company is based in Ohio and its stock is listed on the NYSE.
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 officially announce The Procter & Gamble Company's declaration of its quarterly dividend and to provide the key details surrounding its payment, in compliance with Regulation FD.
How much is the quarterly dividend and for which shares?
The quarterly dividend is $0.25 per share and it applies to both the Common Stock and the Series A ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock of The Procter & Gamble Company.
When will shareholders receive this dividend payment?
The dividend payment will be made on or after August 16, 2004. Shareholders must be on record as of the close of business on July 23, 2004, to be eligible to receive this payment.
Does this filing indicate any changes in the company's financial performance?
This specific filing (8-K) focuses solely on the dividend announcement and does not provide details on the company's financial performance. Such information would typically be found in other SEC filings like quarterly (10-Q) or annual (10-K) reports.
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