01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed April 8, 2008. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
This 8-K filing from Procter & Gamble (PG) on April 8, 2008, primarily serves as a Regulation FD disclosure regarding a routine dividend declaration.
The company's Board of Directors has approved a quarterly dividend of $0.40a per share for common stock and certain preferred stock. This dividend is scheduled to be paid on or after May 15, 2008, with a record date of April 18, 2008. While this filing does not contain significant operational or financial updates, it signals continued commitment to returning capital to shareholders, a key consideration for income-focused investors.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Procter & Gamble declared a quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share.
- The dividend applies to common stock and Series A and Series B ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock.
- The payment date for the dividend is on or after May 15, 2008.
- The record date for dividend eligibility is April 18, 2008.
- The filing is made under Regulation FD to ensure broad public disclosure of material information.
- The company continues its practice of returning capital to shareholders.
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 disclose, under Regulation FD, the declaration of a quarterly dividend by Procter & Gamble's Board of Directors.
How much is the quarterly dividend per share?
The quarterly dividend declared is $0.40 per share.
Who is eligible to receive this dividend?
Shareholders of record of the Company's Common Stock and its Series A and Series B ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock as of the close of business on April 18, 2008, are eligible to receive the dividend.
When will the dividend be paid?
The dividend will be paid on or after May 15, 2008.
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