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Otsuka Holdings Co., Ltd. engages in pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, consumer products, and other businesses worldwide. The company develops pharmaceutical products in the fields of oncology, cardiovascular system, renal system, digestive system, ophthalmology, diagnostics, and intravenous solutions, as well as medical devices businesses. It also provides EQUELLE, a product for women's health and beauty; BODYMAINTÉ Jelly, a conditioning food product; BODYMAINTÉ Drink, a drinkable-liquid; POCARI SWEAT, a drink; Calorie Mate, a nutritional food; OS-1, an oral rehydration solution; HINEX-R, a concentrated liquid diet; and Oronine H Ointment, a household antiseptic medicine. In addition, the company offers soft drinks, food products, and wines; chemicals; clinical testing and medical equipment; cosmetics; warehousing and transport services; analysis and measurement equipment; pharmaceutical intermediates; vehicle headlight testers; synthetic resin molded products; paper products; artificial turf; ceramic boards, ceramic walls, reliefs, terracotta, OT ceramics, and ceramic portraits and sign boards; functional films; stable isotopes; software and services to enhance management of mental healthcare systems; potassium titanate; polyolefin foams; spring and mineral water; industrial chemicals; hydrazine; insecticide and toiletry products; and adhesive tapes. Further, it operates a hotel. Otsuka Holdings Co., Ltd. was founded in 1921 and is based in Tokyo, Japan.

Otsuka Dividend Announcement

• Otsuka announced a semi annually dividend of $0.15 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-04-01. Ex dividend date: 2023-12-28
• Otsuka annual dividend for 2023 was $0.27
• Otsuka's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 0.5%
• Otsuka's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 48.31%

Otsuka Dividend History

Ex-Div dateDividend amountDividend typePay date
2023-12-28$0.15semi annually2024-04-01
2023-06-29$0.12semi annually2023-09-19
2022-12-29$0.13semi annually2023-04-17
2022-06-29$0.13semi annually2022-09-20

Otsuka Dividend per year

Otsuka Dividend Yield

Otsuka current trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 0.5%. Interested in purchasing Otsuka stock? Use our calculator to estimate your expected dividend yield:

Otsuka Financial Ratios

P/E ratio19.83
PEG ratio0.02
P/B ratio0.96
ROE5.07%
Payout ratio48.31%
Current ratio2.07
Quick ratio1.66
Cash Ratio0.67

Otsuka Dividend FAQ

Does Otsuka stock pay dividends?
Otsuka does not currently pay dividends to its shareholders.
Has Otsuka ever paid a dividend?
No, Otsuka has no a history of paying dividends to its shareholders. Otsuka is not known for its dividend payments.
Why doesn't Otsuka pay dividends?
There are several potential reasons why Otsuka would choose not to pay dividends to their shareholders:

1. Growth opportunities: Companies, especially in fast-growing industries like technology, reinvest earnings into expansion, R&D, or acquisitions to fuel future growth and increase company value.

2. Tax implications: Not paying dividends can reduce the tax burden on shareholders, who may prefer to defer taxes until selling shares and realizing capital gains.

3. Investor preferences: Some investors prefer companies to reinvest profits for higher long-term returns, particularly those seeking capital appreciation over income.

4. Capital allocation priorities: Companies may allocate cash to pay down debt, fund share buybacks, or invest in projects with higher returns than dividends.

5. Market expectations: In certain sectors, like technology, reinvesting profits for growth and innovation is often prioritized over distributing dividends to shareholders.
Will Otsuka ever pay a dividend?
The decision for a company to pay dividends depends on various factors including its financial performance, growth prospects, capital allocation priorities, and shareholder preferences. While Otsuka has not paid dividends historically and has instead focused on reinvesting its earnings for growth, it's ultimately up to the company's management and board of directors to decide whether to initiate a dividend policy in the future.
Is Otsuka a dividend aristocrat?
Otsuka is not considered a Dividend Aristocrat. 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 Otsuka a dividend king?
Otsuka is not classified as a "Dividend King". 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 Otsuka a dividend stock?
No, Otsuka is not considered a dividend stock. A dividend stock is a stock of a company that regularly pays out dividends to its shareholders.
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