01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed October 9, 2007. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
This Procter & Gamble (PG) 8-K filing from October 2007 primarily serves as a Regulation FD disclosure regarding the company's regular quarterly dividend.
The Board of Directors declared a dividend of $0.35a per share on its common stock and certain preferred stock. This announcement ensures all investors receive timely and equal information about this material event, as required by SEC regulations. For investors, this is a routine dividend declaration, indicating the company's continued commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
The record date for eligibility is October 19, 2006, with the payment date on or after November 15, 2007. While not indicative of significant operational changes, consistent dividend payments are often viewed positively by income-focused investors.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Procter & Gamble declared a quarterly dividend of $0.35 per share.
- The dividend applies to both Common Stock and Series A and Series B ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock.
- Shareholders of record as of October 19, 2006, are eligible for the dividend.
- The payment date for the dividend is on or after November 15, 2007.
- The filing is made under Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure) to ensure broad public dissemination of the dividend information.
- This is a standard declaration of a recurring dividend, not signaling any major company-specific events.
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 publicly announce The Procter & Gamble Company's declaration of its quarterly dividend, fulfilling the requirements of Regulation FD to ensure all investors receive this information simultaneously.
How much is the quarterly dividend, and for which stocks?
The quarterly dividend is $0.35 per share. This dividend applies to the Company's Common Stock and its Series A and Series B ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock.
Who is eligible to receive this dividend payment?
Shareholders who held the eligible stock as of the close of business on October 19, 2006 (the record date) are eligible to receive this dividend payment.
When will the dividend be paid?
The dividend payment will be made on or after November 15, 2007.
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