United-Guardian, Inc. manufactures and markets cosmetic ingredients, pharmaceuticals, medical lubricants, and proprietary specialty industrial products in the United States and internationally. The company offers cosmetic ingredients, including LUBRAJEL line of water-based moisturizing and lubricating gel formulations; LUBRAJEL NATURAL consisting of natural ingredients for cosmetic use; LUBRAJEL MARINE; LUBRASIL II SB, a special formulation of LUBRAJEL in which silicone oil is incorporated into a LUBRAJEL base; LUBRAJEL II XD; B-122, a powdered lubricant that is used in the manufacture of pressed powders, eyeliners, rouges, and industrial products; KLENSOFT, a surfactant, which is used in shampoos, shower gels, makeup removers, and other cosmetic formulations; and ORCHID COMPLEX, an oil-soluble base for skin creams, lotions, cleansers, and other cosmetics. Its medical lubricants comprise LUBRAJEL RR and RC, which are water-based lubricant gels for urinary catheters; LUBRAJEL MG to lubricate urinary catheters, pre-lubricated enema tips, and other medical devices; LUBRAJEL LC and LUBRAJEL FA that are LUBRAJEL formulations for oral care; and LUBRAJEL FLUID to lubricate water-soluble products. The company's pharmaceutical products consist of RENACIDIN, a prescription drug to prevent and dissolve calcifications in urethral catheters and the urinary bladder; and CLORPACTIN WCS-90, an antimicrobial product to treat infections in the urinary bladder, and localized infections in the peritoneum, as well as eye, ear, nose and throat, and sinuses. Its industrial products include DESELEX, a sequestering and chelating agent used for manufacturing detergents; and THOROCLENS, a chlorine-based industrial cleanser. The company also conducts research and development primarily related to the development of cosmetic ingredients. It markets its products through marketing partners, distributors, and wholesalers. The company was founded in 1942 and is based in Hauppauge, New York.
United-Guardian Dividend Announcement
• United-Guardian announced a semi annually dividend of $0.35 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-07-31. Ex dividend date: 2024-07-23
• United-Guardian annual dividend for 2024 was $0.60
• United-Guardian annual dividend for 2023 was $0.10
• United-Guardian's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 6.15%
• United-Guardian's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 79.10%
• United-Guardian's dividend growth over the last five years (2018-2023) was -37.52% year
• United-Guardian's dividend growth over the last ten years (2013-2023) was -20.32% year
United-Guardian Dividend History
Ex-Div date | Dividend amount | Dividend type | Pay date |
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2024-07-23 | $0.35 | semi annually | 2024-07-31 |
2024-02-09 | $0.25 | semi annually | 2024-02-20 |
2023-07-25 | $0.10 | semi annually | 2023-08-02 |
2022-11-25 | $0.31 | semi annually | 2022-12-07 |
2022-05-20 | $0.37 | semi annually | 2022-06-01 |
2021-11-26 | $0.65 | semi annually | 2021-12-07 |
2021-05-27 | $0.48 | semi annually | 2021-06-07 |
2020-11-30 | $0.36 | semi annually | 2020-12-08 |
2020-06-02 | $0.42 | semi annually | 2020-06-17 |
2019-12-02 | $0.55 | semi annually | 2019-12-10 |
2019-05-30 | $0.55 | semi annually | 2019-06-14 |
2018-12-07 | $0.55 | semi annually | 2018-12-17 |
2018-05-29 | $0.50 | semi annually | 2018-06-13 |
2017-12-08 | $0.50 | semi annually | 2017-12-18 |
2017-05-25 | $0.42 | semi annually | 2017-06-12 |
2016-12-08 | $0.40 | semi annually | 2016-12-19 |
2016-05-27 | $0.35 | semi annually | 2016-06-15 |
2015-11-27 | $0.50 | semi annually | 2015-12-15 |
2015-05-28 | $0.50 | semi annually | 2015-06-15 |
2014-12-04 | $0.32 | semi annually | 2014-12-22 |
2014-05-28 | $0.48 | semi annually | 2014-06-13 |
2013-12-04 | $0.50 | semi annually | 2013-12-20 |
2013-05-28 | $0.47 | semi annually | 2013-06-14 |
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1. Determination of Dividend: United-Guardian'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, United-Guardian 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, United-Guardian 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 United-Guardian 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: United-Guardian 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, United-Guardian distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.
3. Currency: United-Guardian 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.
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