01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed July 10, 2012. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) filed an 8-K on July 10, 2012, primarily to announce a quarterly dividend declaration.
The Board of Directors declared a dividend of $0.562a per share on its common stock and Series A and Series B ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock. This dividend payment is scheduled for on or after August 15, 2012, with a record date of July 20, 2012. This filing is made under Regulation FD to ensure all investors receive this material information simultaneously.
This announcement is significant for PG shareholders as it confirms the company's continued commitment to returning capital to its investors through regular dividend payments. The consistent declaration of dividends reflects the company's financial stability and confidence in its ongoing operations and cash flow generation capabilities. Investors should note the specific per-share amount and the timeline for payment, which are key details for managing their investment income.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Procter & Gamble (PG) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.562 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 July 20, 2012, will receive the dividend.
- The dividend payment date is on or after August 15, 2012.
- The 8-K filing was made on July 10, 2012, under Regulation FD.
- The filing also includes a press release dated July 10, 2012, as an exhibit.
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, in accordance with Regulation FD, the declaration of a quarterly dividend by Procter & Gamble's Board of Directors.
What is the amount of the quarterly dividend declared?
The company declared a quarterly dividend of fifty-six point two cents ($0.562) per share.
Who is eligible to receive this dividend?
Shareholders of Procter & Gamble's Common Stock and its Series A and Series B ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock who are of record at the close of business on July 20, 2012, are eligible to receive this dividend.
When will the dividend be paid?
The dividend payment is scheduled to be made on or after August 15, 2012.
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