01—Abstract
Summary
Summary of the 8-K filed April 7, 2014. Cited figures are marked; the original filing is the authoritative source.
The Procter & Gamble Company (PG) filed an 8-K on April 7, 2014, to announce a routine quarterly dividend declaration.
The Board of Directors approved a dividend of $0.6436a per share on its Common Stock and ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock. This dividend is payable on or after May 15, 2014, to shareholders of record as of April 25, 2014. This filing, made under Regulation FD, ensures timely and broad public disclosure of material information.
For investors, this announcement signifies a continued commitment to returning capital to shareholders, a common practice for mature, stable companies like P&G. The dividend amount is consistent with the company's established dividend payout policy.
02—Key points
Key Highlights
- Quarterly dividend declared by the Board of Directors.
- Dividend amount: $0.6436 per share.
- Payment date: On or after May 15, 2014.
- Record date for Common Stock shareholders: April 25, 2014.
- Record date for Preferred Stock shareholders: April 25, 2014.
- Filing made under Regulation FD for broad public disclosure.
- Includes a News Release dated April 7, 2014, as an exhibit.
03—Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main purpose of this 8-K filing?
The primary purpose of this 8-K filing is to publicly announce the declaration of a quarterly dividend by The Procter & Gamble Company's Board of Directors, in compliance with Regulation FD.
How much is the quarterly dividend and when will it be paid?
The quarterly dividend is $0.6436 per share. It is payable on or after May 15, 2014.
Who is eligible to receive this dividend?
Common Stock shareholders of record at the close of business on April 25, 2014, and Series A and Series B ESOP Convertible Class A Preferred Stock shareholders of record at the start of business on April 25, 2014, are eligible to receive this dividend.
Does this filing indicate any significant business changes or financial performance updates?
No, this 8-K filing is solely for the purpose of disclosing the quarterly dividend declaration. It does not contain information about significant business changes or detailed financial performance updates.
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