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Tekla Life Sciences Investors is a closed-ended equity mutual fund launched and managed by Tekla Capital Management LLC. The fund invests in public equity markets across the globe. It seeks to invest in stocks of companies operating in the life sciences sector, including the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, diagnostics, managed healthcare, medical equipment, hospitals, healthcare information technology and services, devices and supplies industries, and in agriculture and environmental management industries. The fund primarily invests in growth stocks of small cap companies. It employs fundamental analysis with a focus on factors such as market position for services or products, experience of business management, technological expertise, and the ability either to generate funds internally to finance growth or to secure outside sources of capital to create its portfolio. The fund benchmarks the performance of its portfolio against the NASDAQ Biotech Index and the S&P 500 Index. It was formerly known as H&Q Life Sciences Investors fund. Tekla Life Sciences Investors was formed on February 20, 1992 and is domiciled in the United States.

Tekla Life Sciences Investors Dividend Announcement

Tekla Life Sciences Investors announced a quarterly dividend of $0.49 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-09-30. Ex dividend date: 2024-08-23
Tekla Life Sciences Investors annual dividend for 2024 was $1.36
Tekla Life Sciences Investors annual dividend for 2023 was $1.27
Tekla Life Sciences Investors's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 11.22%
Tekla Life Sciences Investors's dividend growth over the last five years (2018-2023) was -4.75% year
Tekla Life Sciences Investors's dividend growth over the last ten years (2013-2023) was -0.90% year

Tekla Life Sciences Investors Dividend History

Ex-Div dateDividend amountDividend typePay date
2024-08-23$0.49quarterly2024-09-30
2024-05-22$0.48quarterly
2024-02-21$0.39quarterly2024-03-28
2023-11-21$0.30quarterly2024-01-10
2023-08-24$0.32quarterly2023-09-29
2023-05-24$0.32quarterly2023-06-30
2023-02-24$0.33quarterly2023-03-31
2022-11-23$0.31quarterly2022-12-30
2022-08-25$0.31quarterly2022-09-30
2022-05-26$0.35quarterly2022-06-30
2022-02-24$0.39quarterly2022-03-31
2021-11-23$0.42quarterly2021-12-31
2021-08-26$0.43quarterly2021-09-30
2021-05-27$0.41quarterly2021-06-30
2021-02-25$0.43quarterly2021-03-31
2020-12-30$0.02quarterly2021-01-06
2020-11-25$0.40quarterly2020-12-31
2020-08-27$0.41quarterly2020-09-30
2020-05-28$0.34quarterly2020-06-30
2020-02-27$0.39quarterly2020-03-31
2019-11-26$0.33quarterly2019-12-31
2019-08-27$0.37quarterly2019-09-30
2019-05-30$0.37quarterly2019-06-28
2019-02-27$0.33quarterly2019-03-29
2018-11-27$0.42quarterly2018-12-31
2018-08-27$0.40quarterly2018-09-28
2018-05-31$0.40quarterly2018-06-29
2018-02-27$0.40quarterly2018-03-29
2017-11-27$0.43quarterly2017-12-29
2017-08-24$0.42quarterly2017-09-29
2017-05-30$0.41quarterly2017-06-30
2017-02-24$0.36quarterly2017-03-31
2016-11-23$0.40quarterly2016-12-30
2016-06-21$0.82quarterly2016-08-12
2016-04-21$0.37quarterly2016-06-10
2016-02-26$0.48quarterly2016-03-31
2015-12-28$0.71quarterly2016-01-08
2015-11-23$0.47quarterly2015-12-31
2015-08-26$0.58quarterly2015-09-30
2015-05-22$0.54quarterly2015-06-30
2015-02-26$0.50quarterly2015-03-31
2014-11-24$0.47quarterly2014-12-31
2014-08-27$0.45quarterly2014-09-30
2014-05-23$0.43quarterly2014-06-30
2014-02-27$0.42quarterly2014-03-31
2013-11-25$0.40quarterly2013-12-31
2013-08-27$0.35quarterly2013-09-30
2013-05-23$0.34quarterly2013-06-28
2013-02-27$0.30quarterly2013-03-28

Tekla Life Sciences Investors Dividend per year

Tekla Life Sciences Investors Dividend growth

Tekla Life Sciences Investors Dividend Yield

Tekla Life Sciences Investors current trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 11.22%. Interested in purchasing Tekla Life Sciences Investors stock? Use our calculator to estimate your expected dividend yield:

Tekla Life Sciences Investors Financial Ratios

P/E ratio10.43
PEG ratio0.09
P/B ratio0.92
ROE9.07%
Payout ratio0.00%
Current ratio0.20
Quick ratio15.92
Cash Ratio-15.73

Tekla Life Sciences Investors Dividend FAQ

How much is the next Tekla Life Sciences Investors dividend?
Tekla Life Sciences Investors's board of directors will review the company's financial performance, cash flow, future investment needs, and other relevant factors to determine the next Tekla Life Sciences Investors dividend. The next Tekla Life Sciences Investors dividend will be released in February, May, August, or November.
When is Tekla Life Sciences Investors dividend paid?
Tekla Life Sciences Investors pays dividends on a quarterly basis. The specific dates may vary each year but are generally around February, May, August, and November. 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors pay?
The specific amount of Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors's dividend history.
Does Tekla Life Sciences Investors stock pay dividends?
Yes, Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors's dividend history.
How much dividend does Tekla Life Sciences Investors pay?
Tekla Life Sciences Investors paid $1.36 in 2024, $1.27 in 2023, $1.36 in 2022, $1.69 in 2021, and $1.56 in 2020.
How often does Tekla Life Sciences Investors pay dividends?
Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 February, May, August, and November.
What is Tekla Life Sciences Investors's dividend yield?
The current dividend yield for Tekla Life Sciences Investors is 11.22%. 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors's exact dividend yield.
When does Tekla Life Sciences Investors go ex dividend?
Tekla Life Sciences Investors's ex-dividend date for the latest dividend was on 2024-08-23. Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors dividend paid?
Tekla Life Sciences Investors pays dividends on a quarterly basis, typically around February, May, August, or November, but the exact dates can vary each year.
Will Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors dividend per share?
Tekla Life Sciences Investors paid $1.36 per share in 2024 and $1.27 per share in 2023. The amount of dividend per share that Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors a dividend stock?
Yes, Tekla Life Sciences Investors is considered a dividend stock. A dividend stock is a stock of a company that regularly pays out dividends to its shareholders.
Is Tekla Life Sciences Investors a good dividend stock?
Whether Tekla Life Sciences Investors is a good dividend stock depends on several factors and can vary depending on individual investment goals, risk tolerance, and the overall market conditions. Tekla Life Sciences Investors has a history of paying regular dividends, which can make it attractive to income-focused investors.

Other factors to consider when evaluating Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors pay dividends monthly?
Tekla Life Sciences Investors typically pays dividends on a quarterly basis.
Does Tekla Life Sciences Investors pay dividends quarterly?
Tekla Life Sciences Investors currently pays dividends on a quarterly basis.
Has Tekla Life Sciences Investors ever paid a dividend?
Yes, Tekla Life Sciences Investors has a history of paying dividends to its shareholders. Tekla Life Sciences Investors is known for its dividend payments, which have made it an attractive investment for income-focused investors.
How to buy Tekla Life Sciences Investors dividend stocks?
To buy Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors pay dividends 2024?
Tekla Life Sciences Investors pays dividends on a quarterly basis. 2024 dividend payments are in 2024-09-30. 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors increase its dividend in 2024?
Decisions regarding Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors dividend overview you can look into the above table of dividend history.
How Tekla Life Sciences Investors dividend works?
The Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors's dividend process works:

1. Determination of Dividend: Tekla Life Sciences Investors'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, Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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, Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors dividends paid?
Tekla Life Sciences Investors dividends are typically paid in cash directly to eligible shareholders. The payment process involves the following steps:

1. Record Date: Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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, Tekla Life Sciences Investors distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.

3. Currency: Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors pay dividends?
Tekla Life Sciences Investors 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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors pay dividends?
The general pattern is that Tekla Life Sciences Investors pays dividends around February, May, August, and November. However, the exact payment dates can vary each year and are typically announced when the company releases its financial results for each quarter.
Is Tekla Life Sciences Investors dividend safe?
The safety of Tekla Life Sciences Investors'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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors'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 Tekla Life Sciences Investors'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.