SoftBank Group Corp. operates as a holding company which engages in the management of its group companies. The company is headquartered in Minato-Ku, Tokyo-To and currently employs 76,866 full-time employees. The firm operates in six business segments. Softbank segment is involved in the sale of mobile terminals, the provision of mobile communication services and fixed communication services in Japan. The Segment also sells mobile terminal accessories, PC software and peripherals. Sprint segment is involved in the provision of mobile communication services and others in the US. Yahoo segment conducts advertising business on the Internet, e-commerce business and membership service business. ARM segment is involved in the design of IP and related technologies for microprocessors, and the sale of software tools. Softbank Vision Fund and Delta Fund segment conducts investment activities in the technology area. Bright Star segment conducts distribution of mobile terminals overseas. The firm is also involved in Fortress and Fukuoka Softbank Hawks related business.
SoftBank Dividend Announcement
• SoftBank announced a semi annually dividend of ¥22.00 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2025-06-01. Ex dividend date: 2025-03-28
• SoftBank's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 0.47%
• SoftBank's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 101.99%
SoftBank Dividend History
Ex-Div date | Dividend amount | Dividend type | Pay date |
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2025-03-28 | ¥22.00 | semi annually | 2025-06-01 |
2024-09-27 | ¥22.00 | semi annually | 2024-12-03 |
2024-03-28 | ¥22.00 | semi annually | 2024-06-24 |
2023-09-28 | ¥22.00 | semi annually | 2023-12-08 |
2023-03-30 | ¥22.00 | semi annually | 2023-06-22 |
2022-09-29 | ¥22.00 | semi annually | 2022-12-09 |
2022-03-30 | ¥22.00 | semi annually | 2022-06-27 |
2021-09-29 | ¥22.00 | semi annually | 2021-12-08 |
2021-03-30 | ¥22.00 | semi annually | 2021-06-24 |
2020-09-29 | ¥22.00 | semi annually | 2020-12-14 |
2020-03-30 | ¥22.00 | semi annually | 2020-06-26 |
2019-09-27 | ¥22.00 | semi annually | 2019-12-09 |
2019-03-27 | ¥11.00 | semi annually | 2019-06-20 |
2018-09-26 | ¥11.00 | semi annually | 2018-12-10 |
2018-03-28 | ¥11.00 | semi annually | 2018-06-21 |
2017-09-27 | ¥11.00 | semi annually | 2017-12-11 |
2017-03-29 | ¥11.00 | semi annually | 2017-06-22 |
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1. Determination of Dividend: SoftBank'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, SoftBank 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, SoftBank 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 SoftBank 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: SoftBank 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, SoftBank distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.
3. Currency: SoftBank 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 SoftBank'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 SoftBank'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.