Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings Limited, an investment holding company, engages in the provision of residential and day care services for the elderly in Hong Kong. The company provides a range of residential care services for the elderly, including accommodation, professional nursing and care-taking, nutritional management, medical, physiotherapy and occupational therapy, psychological and social care, individual care, and recreational services; and sells healthcare and medical goods, as well as offers add-on healthcare services to its residents. It also operates home care support services; and invests in properties, as well as provides properties management services. As of March 31, 2022, it operated eight care and attention homes for the elderly with 1,129 residential care places across four districts in Hong Kong under the Fai To, Kato, Happy Luck Home, Tsuen Wan Centre, and Pine Villa brand names. The company was founded in 1991 and is based in Tuen Mun, Hong Kong. Kato (Hong Kong) Holdings Limited is a subsidiary of Sheung Fung Limited.
Kato Dividend Announcement
• Kato announced a semi annually dividend of HK$0.02 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-09-19. Ex dividend date: 2024-09-04
• Kato annual dividend for 2024 was HK$0.04
• Kato annual dividend for 2023 was HK$0.03
• Kato's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 9.62%
• Kato's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 49.86%
Kato Dividend History
Ex-Div date | Dividend amount | Dividend type | Pay date |
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2024-09-04 | HK$0.02 | semi annually | 2024-09-19 |
2024-08-28 | HK$0.02 | semi annually | 2024-09-12 |
2023-12-18 | HK$0.01 | semi annually | 2024-01-05 |
2023-08-16 | HK$0.02 | semi annually | 2023-08-31 |
2022-11-28 | HK$0.02 | semi annually | 2022-12-09 |
2022-08-11 | HK$0.03 | semi annually | 2022-08-26 |
2021-12-09 | HK$0.02 | semi annually | 2021-12-23 |
2021-08-23 | HK$0.02 | semi annually | 2021-09-07 |
2020-12-07 | HK$0.02 | semi annually | 2020-12-18 |
2020-08-14 | HK$0.02 | semi annually | 2020-08-28 |
2019-12-12 | HK$0.02 | semi annually | 2020-01-07 |
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1. Determination of Dividend: Kato'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, Kato 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, Kato 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 Kato 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: Kato 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, Kato distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.
3. Currency: Kato 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 Kato'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 Kato'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.