Montanaro UK Smaller Companies Investment Trust PLC is a closed-ended equity mutual fund launched and managed by Montanaro Investment Managers Ltd. It invests in the public equity markets of the United Kingdom. The fund seeks to invest in stocks of small-cap companies operating across diversified sectors. It benchmarks the performance of its portfolio against the Numis Smaller Companies Index (ex-IC) (Capital Return). Montanaro UK Smaller Companies Investment Trust PLC was formed on March 16, 1995 and is domiciled in the United Kingdom.
Montanaro UK Smaller Companies Investment Trust Dividend Announcement
• Montanaro UK Smaller Companies Investment Trust announced a quarterly dividend of £1.22 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-11-08. Ex dividend date: 2024-10-17
• Montanaro UK Smaller Companies Investment Trust annual dividend for 2024 was £4.83
• Montanaro UK Smaller Companies Investment Trust annual dividend for 2023 was £4.56
• Montanaro UK Smaller Companies Investment Trust's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 5.75%
• Montanaro UK Smaller Companies Investment Trust's dividend growth over the last five years (2018-2023) was -18.17% year
• Montanaro UK Smaller Companies Investment Trust's dividend growth over the last ten years (2013-2023) was -3.86% year
Montanaro UK Smaller Companies Investment Trust Dividend History
Ex-Div date | Dividend amount | Dividend type | Pay date |
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2024-10-17 | £1.22 | quarterly | 2024-11-08 |
2024-07-18 | £1.24 | quarterly | 2024-08-09 |
2024-04-18 | £1.19 | quarterly | |
2024-01-18 | £1.18 | quarterly | 2024-02-09 |
2023-10-19 | £1.10 | quarterly | 2023-11-10 |
2023-07-20 | £1.13 | quarterly | 2023-08-11 |
2023-04-20 | £1.15 | quarterly | 2023-05-11 |
2023-01-19 | £1.18 | quarterly | 2023-02-10 |
2022-10-20 | £1.04 | quarterly | 2022-11-11 |
2022-07-21 | £1.15 | quarterly | 2022-08-12 |
2022-04-21 | £1.36 | quarterly | 2022-05-13 |
2022-02-10 | £1.70 | quarterly | 2022-03-04 |
2021-10-21 | £1.73 | quarterly | 2021-11-19 |
2021-07-22 | £1.65 | quarterly | 2021-08-20 |
2021-04-22 | £1.49 | quarterly | 2021-05-21 |
2021-01-28 | £1.46 | quarterly | 2021-02-26 |
2020-10-22 | £1.31 | quarterly | 2020-11-20 |
2020-07-23 | £1.26 | quarterly | 2020-08-21 |
2020-04-23 | £1.14 | quarterly | 2020-05-26 |
2020-02-06 | £1.54 | quarterly | 2020-03-06 |
2019-10-24 | £1.31 | quarterly | 2019-11-22 |
2019-07-25 | £1.32 | quarterly | 2019-08-23 |
2019-04-25 | £1.29 | quarterly | 2019-05-24 |
2019-01-31 | £1.17 | quarterly | 2019-02-22 |
2018-11-01 | £1.43 | quarterly | 2018-11-23 |
2018-06-28 | £11.00 | quarterly | 2018-07-27 |
2017-07-06 | £10.50 | quarterly | 2017-08-02 |
2016-06-30 | £10.00 | quarterly | 2016-08-10 |
2015-07-02 | £8.90 | quarterly | 2015-08-12 |
2014-07-02 | £7.50 | quarterly | 2014-08-13 |
2013-06-26 | £6.76 | quarterly | 2013-08-09 |
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Montanaro UK Smaller Companies Investment Trust Dividend Yield
Montanaro UK Smaller Companies Investment Trust current trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 5.75%. Interested in purchasing Montanaro UK Smaller Companies Investment Trust stock? Use our calculator to estimate your expected dividend yield:
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1. Determination of Dividend: Montanaro UK Smaller Companies 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, Montanaro UK Smaller Companies 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, Montanaro UK Smaller Companies 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 Montanaro UK Smaller Companies 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.
1. Record Date: Montanaro UK Smaller Companies 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, Montanaro UK Smaller Companies 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: Montanaro UK Smaller Companies 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.
To assess the safety of Montanaro UK Smaller Companies 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 Montanaro UK Smaller Companies 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.