Grafton Group plc engages in the distribution, retailing, and manufacturing businesses in Ireland, the Netherlands, Finland, and the United Kingdom. Its Distribution segment distributes building and plumbing materials to professional trades people engaged in residential repair, maintenance, and improvement projects, as well as in residential and other new build construction. This segment operates 302 branches primarily under the Selco, MacBlair, and Leyland SDM brands in the United Kingdom; the Chadwicks brand in the Republic of Ireland; the Isero and Polvo brands in the Netherlands; and the IKH brand in Finland. The company's Retailing segment engages in DIY and home improvement business that supplies a range of products, including paints, lighting products, homestyle products, housewares, bathroom products, and kitchens, as well as gardening and Christmas products. This segment operates 35 stores primarily under the Woodie's brand. Its Manufacturing segment manufactures dry mortar for residential and commercial construction projects; and plastics and wooden staircase. Grafton Group plc was founded in 1902 and is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland.
Grafton Dividend Announcement
• Grafton announced a semi annually dividend of £10.50 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-10-11. Ex dividend date: 2024-09-12
• Grafton annual dividend for 2024 was £36.50
• Grafton annual dividend for 2023 was £33.75
• Grafton's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 3.78%
• Grafton's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 65.24%
• Grafton's dividend growth over the last five years (2018-2023) was 15.74% year
• Grafton's dividend growth over the last ten years (2013-2023) was 14.13% year
Grafton Dividend History
Ex-Div date | Dividend amount | Dividend type | Pay date |
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2024-09-12 | £10.50 | semi annually | 2024-10-11 |
2024-04-11 | £26.00 | semi annually | |
2023-09-21 | £10.00 | semi annually | 2023-10-20 |
2023-04-13 | £23.75 | semi annually | 2023-05-11 |
2022-09-08 | £9.25 | semi annually | 2022-10-07 |
2022-04-07 | £22.00 | semi annually | 2022-05-05 |
2021-09-02 | £8.50 | semi annually | 2021-10-01 |
2021-04-08 | £14.50 | semi annually | 2021-05-05 |
2021-01-28 | £12.50 | semi annually | 2021-02-19 |
2020-03-05 | £12.50 | semi annually | 2020-04-06 |
2019-09-26 | £6.50 | semi annually | 2019-10-11 |
2019-03-07 | £12.00 | semi annually | 2019-04-05 |
2018-08-30 | £6.00 | semi annually | 2018-09-28 |
2018-03-08 | £10.25 | semi annually | 2018-04-06 |
2017-09-07 | £5.25 | semi annually | 2017-10-06 |
2017-03-16 | £9.00 | semi annually | 2017-04-13 |
2016-09-08 | £4.75 | semi annually | 2016-10-07 |
2016-03-17 | £8.00 | semi annually | 2016-04-15 |
2015-09-10 | £4.50 | semi annually | 2015-10-09 |
2015-03-19 | £7.00 | semi annually | 2015-04-17 |
2014-09-03 | £3.75 | semi annually | 2014-10-03 |
2014-03-12 | £5.50 | semi annually | 2014-04-11 |
2013-09-04 | £3.50 | semi annually | 2013-10-04 |
2013-03-13 | £5.50 | semi annually | 2013-04-12 |
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1. Determination of Dividend: Grafton'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, Grafton 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, Grafton 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 Grafton 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: Grafton 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, Grafton distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.
3. Currency: Grafton 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 Grafton'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 Grafton'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.