01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed July 12, 2011. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
This 8-K filing from Procter & Gamble (PG) on July 12, 2011, primarily serves as a Regulation FD Disclosure, announcing a quarterly dividend.
The Board of Directors declared a dividend of $0.525a per share on both common stock and Series A and B ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock. This dividend payment is scheduled to be made on or after August 15, 2011, with a record date of July 22, 2011, for common stock shareholders. This announcement is important for investors as it signals continued commitment to returning capital to shareholders and provides clarity on the upcoming dividend payout, a key component of total shareholder return for many investors.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Procter & Gamble (PG) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.525 per share.
- The dividend applies to both common stock and Series A and B ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock.
- The dividend payment date is on or after August 15, 2011.
- The record date for common stock shareholders is July 22, 2011.
- The filing is made under Regulation FD Disclosure, ensuring all investors receive the information simultaneously.
- This announcement demonstrates PG's continued commitment to shareholder returns.
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 and comply with Regulation FD (Fair Disclosure) by announcing the declaration of a quarterly dividend to all investors simultaneously.
How much is the declared quarterly dividend per share?
The declared quarterly dividend is $0.525 per share.
Who is eligible to receive this dividend?
Both holders of Procter & Gamble's common stock and its Series A and Series B ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock are eligible to receive this dividend.
When will the dividend be paid and what is the record date?
The dividend will be paid on or after August 15, 2011. The record date for common stock shareholders to be eligible to receive the dividend is July 22, 2011.
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