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Coherent, Inc. provides lasers, laser-based technologies, and laser-based system solutions for a range of commercial, industrial, and scientific research applications. It operates in two segments, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) Laser Sources and Industrial Lasers & Systems. The company designs, manufactures, markets, and services lasers, laser tools, precision optics, and related accessories; and laser measurement and control products. Its products are used for applications in microelectronics, materials processing, OEM components and instrumentation, and scientific research and government programs. The company markets its products through a direct sales force in the United States, as well as through direct sales personnel and independent representatives internationally. Coherent, Inc. was founded in 1966 and is headquartered in Santa Clara, California. As of July 1, 2022, Coherent, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of II-VI Incorporated.

Coherent Dividend Announcement

• Coherent announced a annually dividend of $1.00 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2012-12-27. Ex dividend date: 2012-12-17
• Coherent's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is -%

Coherent Dividend History

Ex-Div dateDividend amountDividend typePay date
2012-12-17$1.00annually2012-12-27

Coherent Dividend per year

Coherent Dividend Yield

Coherent current trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is -%. Interested in purchasing Coherent stock? Use our calculator to estimate your expected dividend yield:

Coherent Financial Ratios

P/E ratio-89.15
PEG ratio5.73
P/B ratio1.83
ROE-2.24%
Payout ratio0.00%
Current ratio2.72
Quick ratio1.77
Cash Ratio0.69

Coherent Dividend FAQ

Does Coherent stock pay dividends?
Coherent does not currently pay dividends to its shareholders.
Has Coherent ever paid a dividend?
No, Coherent has no a history of paying dividends to its shareholders. Coherent is not known for its dividend payments.
Why doesn't Coherent pay dividends?
There are several potential reasons why Coherent would choose not to pay dividends to their shareholders:

1. Growth opportunities: Companies, especially in fast-growing industries like technology, reinvest earnings into expansion, R&D, or acquisitions to fuel future growth and increase company value.

2. Tax implications: Not paying dividends can reduce the tax burden on shareholders, who may prefer to defer taxes until selling shares and realizing capital gains.

3. Investor preferences: Some investors prefer companies to reinvest profits for higher long-term returns, particularly those seeking capital appreciation over income.

4. Capital allocation priorities: Companies may allocate cash to pay down debt, fund share buybacks, or invest in projects with higher returns than dividends.

5. Market expectations: In certain sectors, like technology, reinvesting profits for growth and innovation is often prioritized over distributing dividends to shareholders.
Will Coherent ever pay a dividend?
The decision for a company to pay dividends depends on various factors including its financial performance, growth prospects, capital allocation priorities, and shareholder preferences. While Coherent has not paid dividends historically and has instead focused on reinvesting its earnings for growth, it's ultimately up to the company's management and board of directors to decide whether to initiate a dividend policy in the future.
Is Coherent a dividend aristocrat?
Coherent is not considered a Dividend Aristocrat. The term "Dividend Aristocrat" is typically used to describe a company in the S&P 500 index that has increased its dividend payouts for at least 25 consecutive years.
Is Coherent a dividend king?
Coherent is not classified as a "Dividend King". A Dividend King is a company that has managed to increase its dividend payouts for 50 consecutive years or more, which is an even more selective group than the Dividend Aristocrats.
Is Coherent a dividend stock?
No, Coherent is not considered a dividend stock. A dividend stock is a stock of a company that regularly pays out dividends to its shareholders.
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