Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. publishes books and magazines in Japan and internationally. It provides learning classes for developing capabilities to think for oneself for preschoolers, elementary, and junior high and high school students; piano courses; operates science classroom Kagaku Plus, and learning centers/cram schools, as well as a service to dispatch home tutors; and develops educational materials for learning centers. The company also operates approximately 400 housing and facilities for the elderly; offers home-based care services, including home-visit nursing and daycare services; conducts food delivery services to prevent nursing care and promotes health; and operates nursery school/children' s daycare center and afterschool children's clubs, as well as developmental support programs. In addition, it is involved in the publication of children's books, study-aid books, dictionaries, general books/ technical books, practical books, magazines, and books for libraries; online classes business; developing web services and software to digitalizing contents in the medical field; and designing, developing, and selling of stationeries and miscellaneous goods. Further, the company offers educational toys/learning materials/ games; school supplies, playground equipment, picture books for pre-school children, kindergarten facilities, and seminar for guardians/toddler classrooms; textbooks/supplemental books/education information contents, educational books/magazines, movies, and welfare/health/special needs education contents for elementary and junior high school; and mock exam/various test materials and essay writing materials. Additionally, it provides employment support, logistics, and office support services; and operates research institutions. The company was formerly known as Gakken Co., Ltd. and changed its name to Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. in October 2009. Gakken Holdings Co., Ltd. was incorporated in 1947 and is headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.
Gakken Dividend Announcement
• Gakken announced a semi annually dividend of ¥12.50 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-12-01. Ex dividend date: 2024-09-27
• Gakken annual dividend for 2024 was ¥25.00
• Gakken annual dividend for 2023 was ¥25.00
• Gakken's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 2.44%
• Gakken's dividend growth over the last five years (2018-2023) was -18.61% year
• Gakken's dividend growth over the last ten years (2013-2023) was 17.46% year
Gakken Dividend History
Ex-Div date | Dividend amount | Dividend type | Pay date |
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2024-09-27 | ¥12.50 | semi annually | 2024-12-01 |
2024-03-28 | ¥12.50 | semi annually | |
2023-09-28 | ¥12.50 | semi annually | 2023-12-25 |
2023-03-30 | ¥12.50 | semi annually | 2023-06-23 |
2022-09-29 | ¥12.00 | semi annually | 2022-12-26 |
2022-03-30 | ¥12.00 | semi annually | 2022-06-24 |
2021-09-29 | ¥11.00 | semi annually | 2021-12-27 |
2021-03-30 | ¥11.00 | semi annually | 2021-06-25 |
2020-09-29 | ¥10.00 | semi annually | 2020-12-28 |
2020-03-30 | ¥40.00 | semi annually | 2020-06-25 |
2019-09-27 | ¥40.00 | semi annually | 2019-12-23 |
2019-03-27 | ¥35.00 | semi annually | 2019-06-24 |
2018-09-26 | ¥35.00 | semi annually | 2018-12-25 |
2018-03-28 | ¥35.00 | semi annually | 2018-06-25 |
2017-09-27 | ¥60.00 | semi annually | 2017-12-25 |
2016-09-28 | ¥1.00 | semi annually | |
2015-09-28 | ¥5.00 | semi annually | |
2014-09-26 | ¥5.00 | semi annually | |
2013-09-26 | ¥5.00 | semi annually |
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1. Determination of Dividend: Gakken's board of directors reviews the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the amount and timing of dividend payments.
2. Dividend Declaration: Once the board approves a dividend, Gakken publicly announces the dividend amount, currency, and the ex-dividend date. The ex-dividend date is the date on or after which the buyer of the stock will not be eligible to receive the upcoming dividend payment.
3. Record Date: The record date is the date on which the company checks its records to identify shareholders who are eligible to receive the dividend. Only shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.
4. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, Gakken distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The dividend is usually paid in the form of cash directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or through other designated payment methods.
5. Tax Implications: Dividends received from Gakken are generally taxable as income. Shareholders may need to report dividend income on their tax returns and pay applicable taxes according to their jurisdiction's tax regulations.
1. Record Date: Gakken sets a record date, which is the date on which the company checks its records to determine the eligible shareholders. Only those who are shareholders on record as of this date will receive the dividend.
2. Payment Date: On the designated payment date, Gakken distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.
3. Currency: Gakken declares the currency in which the dividend will be paid. Depending on the shareholder's location and the currency election made by the shareholder, the dividend will be converted to the appropriate currency during the payment process.
To assess the safety of Gakken's dividend, it is crucial to analyze the company's financial health, debt levels, cash flow generation, and ability to sustain dividend payments over the long term. Additionally, monitoring the company's future earnings, cash flow projections, and management's commitment to dividend policies can provide valuable insights.
It is recommended to review Gakken's financial reports, official announcements, and consult with financial advisors or experts who have access to the most current and comprehensive information about the company's financial situation.