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The Mercantile Investment Trust plc is an open ended equity mutual fund launched and managed by JPMorgan Funds Limited. The fund is co-managed by JPMorgan Asset Management (UK) Limited. It invests in the public equity markets of the United Kingdoms. The fund spreads its investments across diversified sectors. It invests in the stocks of mid and small cap companies. The fund benchmarks the performance of its portfolio against the FTSE All Share (ex FTSE 100, ex Inv Companies) Index. It was formerly known as JP Morgan Fleming Mercantile Investment Trust plc. The Mercantile Investment Trust plc was formed in December 1884 and is domiciled in the United Kingdoms.

Mercantile Investment Trust Dividend Announcement

Mercantile Investment Trust announced a quarterly dividend of £1.50 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-11-01. Ex dividend date: 2024-09-26
Mercantile Investment Trust annual dividend for 2024 was £6.30
Mercantile Investment Trust annual dividend for 2023 was £7.45
Mercantile Investment Trust's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 3.27%
Mercantile Investment Trust's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 8.94%
Mercantile Investment Trust's dividend growth over the last five years (2018-2023) was -21.66% year
Mercantile Investment Trust's dividend growth over the last ten years (2013-2023) was -15.47% year

Mercantile Investment Trust Dividend History

Ex-Div dateDividend amountDividend typePay date
2024-09-26£1.50quarterly2024-11-01
2024-06-20£1.50quarterly2024-08-01
2024-04-11£3.30quarterly2024-05-16
2023-12-21£1.45quarterly2024-02-01
2023-09-28£1.45quarterly2023-11-01
2023-06-22£1.45quarterly2023-08-01
2023-04-06£3.10quarterly2023-05-11
2022-12-22£1.35quarterly2023-02-01
2022-09-29£1.35quarterly2022-11-01
2022-06-23£1.35quarterly2022-08-01
2022-03-31£2.85quarterly2022-05-03
2021-12-23£1.35quarterly2022-02-01
2021-09-23£1.35quarterly2021-11-01
2021-06-24£1.35quarterly2021-08-02
2021-03-25£2.65quarterly2021-04-30
2020-12-17£1.35quarterly2021-02-01
2020-09-24£1.35quarterly2020-11-02
2020-06-25£1.35quarterly2020-08-03
2020-04-09£2.55quarterly2020-05-15
2019-12-19£1.35quarterly2020-02-03
2019-09-26£1.35quarterly2019-11-01
2019-06-20£1.35quarterly2019-08-01
2019-04-04£2.55quarterly2019-05-08
2018-12-20£1.25quarterly2019-02-01
2018-09-27£1.25quarterly2018-11-01
2018-06-21£1.25quarterly2018-08-01
2018-04-12£21.50quarterly2018-05-09
2017-12-14£10.50quarterly2018-02-01
2017-09-28£10.50quarterly2017-11-01
2017-06-22£10.50quarterly2017-08-01
2017-04-06£15.25quarterly2017-05-02
2016-12-15£10.25quarterly2017-02-01
2016-10-06£10.25quarterly2016-11-01
2016-06-23£10.25quarterly2016-08-01
2016-04-07£13.00quarterly2016-05-03
2015-12-17£11.11quarterly2016-02-01
2015-10-01£10.00quarterly2015-11-02
2015-06-25£11.11quarterly2015-07-31
2015-04-02£18.89quarterly2015-05-01
2014-12-29£8.89quarterly2015-02-02
2014-10-01£8.89quarterly2014-10-31
2014-06-18£8.89quarterly2014-08-01
2014-04-02£17.78quarterly2014-05-01
2013-12-31£8.00quarterly2014-01-31
2013-06-26£8.00quarterly2013-08-01
2013-03-27£18.00quarterly2013-05-01
2013-01-02£6.00quarterly2013-02-01

Mercantile Investment Trust Dividend per year

Mercantile Investment Trust Dividend growth

Mercantile Investment Trust Dividend Yield

Mercantile Investment Trust current trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 3.27%. Interested in purchasing Mercantile Investment Trust stock? Use our calculator to estimate your expected dividend yield:

Mercantile Investment Trust Financial Ratios

P/E ratio1.53
PEG ratio48402597761.46
P/B ratio0.86
ROE62.49%
Payout ratio8.94%
Current ratio0.00
Quick ratio0.00
Cash Ratio0.00

Mercantile Investment Trust Dividend FAQ

How much is the next Mercantile Investment Trust dividend?
Mercantile Investment Trust's board of directors will review the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the next Mercantile Investment Trust dividend. The next Mercantile Investment Trust dividend will be released in April, June, September, or December.
When is Mercantile Investment Trust dividend paid?
Mercantile Investment Trust pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The specific dates may vary each year but are generally around April, June, September, and December. However, please note that the exact timing and amount can vary, and companies may also decide to change their dividend policy based on their financial health and other considerations.
What dividend does Mercantile Investment Trust pay?
The specific amount of Mercantile Investment Trust dividend can vary from quarter to quarter and year to year, based on a variety of factors including the company's financial performance, the global economic situation, and the decisions of its board of directors. In the above table you can find Mercantile Investment Trust's dividend history.
Does Mercantile Investment Trust stock pay dividends?
Yes, Mercantile Investment Trust does pay dividends to its shareholders. However, the specific amount and frequency of these dividends can vary based on a variety of factors, including the company's financial performance, the global economic situation, and the decisions of its board of directors. In the above table you can find Mercantile Investment Trust's dividend history.
How much dividend does Mercantile Investment Trust pay?
Mercantile Investment Trust paid £6.3 in 2024, £7.45 in 2023, £6.9 in 2022, £6.7 in 2021, and £6.6 in 2020.
How often does Mercantile Investment Trust pay dividends?
Mercantile Investment Trust typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. This means that dividends are usually distributed 4 times a year. The specific payout dates may vary each year but generally fall around April, June, September, and December.
What is Mercantile Investment Trust's dividend yield?
The current dividend yield for Mercantile Investment Trust is 3.27%. The dividend yield is calculated by dividing the annual dividend payment by the price of the stock. Both of these numbers can fluctuate daily due to changes in the stock price and any updates to the dividend payment. Use the dividend calculator on this page to calculate Mercantile Investment Trust's exact dividend yield.
When does Mercantile Investment Trust go ex dividend?
Mercantile Investment Trust's ex-dividend date for the latest dividend was on 2024-09-26. Mercantile Investment Trust typically goes ex-dividend a few weeks before the payment date. The specific dates can vary each year and for each dividend payment.
When is the next Mercantile Investment Trust dividend paid?
Mercantile Investment Trust pays dividends on a quarterly basis, typically around April, June, September, or December, but the exact dates can vary each year.
Will Mercantile Investment Trust increase its dividend?
Decisions about dividend payments are made by the company's board of directors and are based on a variety of factors. To understand whether Mercantile Investment Trust will increase its dividend, it's beneficial to look at the company's earnings, financial health, future business prospects, and the overall economic environment.
How much is Mercantile Investment Trust dividend per share?
Mercantile Investment Trust paid £6.3 per share in 2024 and £7.45 per share in 2023. The amount of dividend per share that Mercantile Investment Trust pays can vary each quarter based on a range of factors including the company's earnings, financial health, and decisions made by its board of directors.
Is Mercantile Investment Trust a dividend aristocrat?
No, 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 Mercantile Investment Trust a dividend king?
No, 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 Mercantile Investment Trust a dividend stock?
Yes, Mercantile Investment Trust is considered a dividend stock. A dividend stock is a stock of a company that regularly pays out dividends to its shareholders.
Is Mercantile Investment Trust a good dividend stock?
Whether Mercantile Investment Trust is a good dividend stock depends on several factors and can vary depending on individual investment goals, risk tolerance, and the overall market conditions. Mercantile Investment Trust has a history of paying regular dividends, which can make it attractive to income-focused investors.

Other factors to consider when evaluating Mercantile Investment Trust as a dividend stock include its dividend yield, dividend growth, payout ratio, and the sustainability of its dividend payments given its earnings and cash flow. These factors can provide insight into the company's ability to maintain or increase its dividend in the future.
Does Mercantile Investment Trust pay dividends monthly?
Mercantile Investment Trust typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis.
Does Mercantile Investment Trust pay dividends quarterly?
Mercantile Investment Trust currently pays dividends on a quarterly basis.
Has Mercantile Investment Trust ever paid a dividend?
Yes, Mercantile Investment Trust has a history of paying dividends to its shareholders. Mercantile Investment Trust is known for its dividend payments, which have made it an attractive investment for income-focused investors.
How to buy Mercantile Investment Trust dividend stocks?
To buy Mercantile Investment Trust you need a brokerage account. Open an account with a reputable brokerage firm that offers access to the stock market. Consider factors such as fees, account minimums, and the availability of dividend reinvestment programs (DRIPs) if you wish to reinvest your dividends automatically.

Place an order: Use the brokerage's trading platform to place an order to buy Mercantile Investment Trust stock.

Remember that buying stocks involves risk, and it's important to carefully consider your investment goals, risk tolerance, and conduct thorough research before making any investment decisions.
When does Mercantile Investment Trust pay dividends 2024?
Mercantile Investment Trust pays dividends on a quarterly basis. 2024 dividend payments are in 2024-11-01. However, please note that the exact timing and amount can vary, and companies may also decide to change their dividend policy based on their financial health and other considerations.
Will Mercantile Investment Trust increase its dividend in 2024?
Decisions regarding Mercantile Investment Trust dividend increases are typically made by a company's board of directors based on various factors, including financial performance, cash flow, investment needs, and market conditions. For an up-to-date Mercantile Investment Trust dividend overview you can look into the above table of dividend history.
How Mercantile Investment Trust dividend works?
The Mercantile Investment Trust dividend works by distributing a portion of the company's profits to its shareholders on a per-share basis. Here's a general overview of how Mercantile Investment Trust's dividend process works:

1. Determination of Dividend: Mercantile Investment Trust'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, Mercantile Investment Trust 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, Mercantile Investment Trust 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 Mercantile Investment Trust 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.
How are Mercantile Investment Trust dividends paid?
Mercantile Investment Trust dividends are typically paid in cash directly to eligible shareholders. The payment process involves the following steps:

1. Record Date: Mercantile Investment Trust 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, Mercantile Investment Trust distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.

3. Currency: Mercantile Investment Trust 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.
How many times does Mercantile Investment Trust pay dividends?
Mercantile Investment Trust typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The specific payment dates can vary each year and are usually announced when the company releases its financial results for each quarter.
What months does Mercantile Investment Trust pay dividends?
The general pattern is that Mercantile Investment Trust pays dividends around April, June, September, and December. However, the exact payment dates can vary each year and are typically announced when the company releases its financial results for each quarter.
Is Mercantile Investment Trust dividend safe?
The safety of Mercantile Investment Trust's dividend is subject to various factors and cannot be determined with certainty. It is influenced by the company's financial performance, cash flow, and the overall economic and industry conditions.

To assess the safety of Mercantile Investment Trust'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 Mercantile Investment Trust'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.