01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed July 13, 2010. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) filed an 8-K on July 13, 2010, primarily to disclose its quarterly dividend payment.
The company's Board of Directors declared a quarterly dividend of $0.4818a per share on its Common Stock and certain ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stocks. This dividend is scheduled to be paid on or after August 16, 2010, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on July 23, 2010.
This filing, made under Regulation FD Disclosure, provides timely information to all investors regarding the upcoming dividend. Investors should note the ex-dividend date for eligibility and the payment date, which are crucial for income-focused investors.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- PG declared a quarterly dividend of $0.4818 per share.
- The dividend applies to Common Stock and specific ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stocks.
- The payment date for the dividend is on or after August 16, 2010.
- Shareholders of record as of July 23, 2010, are eligible for the dividend.
- The filing is made under Regulation FD Disclosure to ensure broad dissemination of the information.
- This is a routine dividend declaration and not indicative of significant operational changes.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the amount of the quarterly dividend declared by P&G?
The quarterly dividend declared by The Procter & Gamble Company is $0.4818 per share.
Who is eligible to receive this dividend?
Shareholders of the Company's Common Stock and on the Series A and Series B ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock who are of record at the close of business on July 23, 2010, are eligible to receive the dividend.
When will the dividend be paid?
The dividend is payable on or after August 16, 2010.
What is the purpose of this 8-K filing?
This 8-K filing is made under Item 7.01, Regulation FD Disclosure, to publicly announce the company's quarterly dividend declaration, ensuring all investors receive the information simultaneously.
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