RTL Group S.A., an entertainment company, operates television (TV) channels and radio stations, and provides streaming services in Germany, France, the Netherlands, Belgium, the United Kingdom, the United States, and internationally. The RTL Deutschland segment operates RTL, Vox, Super RTL, Toggo Plus, NTV, Nitro, Vox Up, and RTL Up free-to-air channels; RTL Crime, RTL Passion, RTL Living, GEO Television, and Now! thematic pay channels; and RTL Zwei, an equity participation in the free-to-air channel. This segment also offers streaming service RTL+; engages in content activities, such as the production companies RTL Studios and RTL News; and provision of RTL Radio Deutschland and ad-tech business, Smartclip. The Groupe M6 segment operates television channels; radio stations; and digital services, including mobile applications and IPTV services. The Fremantle segment is involved in the content production comprising of distribution and licensing business. The RTL Nederland segment operates RTL 4, RTL 5, RTL 7, RTL 8, RTL Z, RTL Lounge, RTL Crime, and RTL Telekids TV channels; and Videoland, a pay streaming service, as well as offers RTL XL, a catch-up TV service in the Netherlands. The Other segment operates RTL play, a streaming service; RTL-TVI; RTL Klub; Club RTL; RTL Most, a streaming platform; RTL Televizija; RTL 2; RTL Kockica children's channels; RTL Luxembourg; RTL Radio Letzebuerg; and RTL Tele Letzebuerg, a general interest TV channel. The company was founded in 1924 and is based in Luxembourg City, Luxembourg. RTL Group S.A. is a subsidiary of Bertelsmann Capital Holding GmbH.
RTL Dividend Announcement
• RTL announced a annually dividend of $0.22 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-05-14. Ex dividend date: 2024-04-25
• RTL annual dividend for 2024 was $0.22
• RTL annual dividend for 2023 was $0.42
• RTL's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 7.3%
• RTL's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 153.16%
RTL Dividend History
Ex-Div date | Dividend amount | Dividend type | Pay date |
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2024-04-25 | $0.22 | annually | 2024-05-14 |
2023-04-27 | $0.42 | annually | 2023-05-14 |
2022-05-06 | $0.54 | annually | 2022-05-20 |
2021-05-12 | $0.44 | annually | 2021-05-21 |
2019-05-03 | $0.37 | annually | 2019-05-22 |
2018-09-13 | $0.14 | annually | 2018-09-21 |
2018-05-02 | $0.44 | annually | 2018-05-11 |
2017-09-08 | $0.14 | annually | 2017-09-22 |
2017-05-02 | $0.36 | annually | 2017-05-12 |
2016-09-14 | $0.13 | annually | |
2016-04-28 | $0.39 | annually | |
2015-09-04 | $0.13 | annually | |
2015-04-20 | $0.41 | annually | |
2014-09-03 | $0.34 | annually | |
2014-05-02 | $0.86 | annually | |
2013-09-03 | $0.43 | annually |
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1. Determination of Dividend: RTL'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, RTL 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, RTL 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 RTL 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: RTL 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, RTL distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.
3. Currency: RTL 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 RTL'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 RTL'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.