VersaBank, a schedule I chartered bank, provides various banking products and services in Canada. The company offers deposit products, such as guaranteed investment certificates, registered retirement savings plans, daily interest savings accounts, and tax-free savings accounts, as well as deposit insurance products. It also provides lending services, including point of sale financing that involves purchasing loan and lease receivables from finance companies operating in various industries; and commercial banking services comprising commercial real estate, public sector/infrastructure financing, condominium financing, and residential mortgages. The company was formerly known as Pacific & Western Bank of Canada and changed its name to VersaBank in May 2016. VersaBank was incorporated in 1979 and is headquartered in London, Canada.
VersaBank Dividend Announcement
• VersaBank announced a quarterly dividend of $0.02 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-10-31. Ex dividend date: 2024-10-04
• VersaBank annual dividend for 2024 was $0.07
• VersaBank annual dividend for 2023 was $0.07
• VersaBank's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 0.59%
• VersaBank's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 7.68%
• VersaBank's dividend growth over the last five years (2018-2023) was 19.01% year
VersaBank Dividend History
Ex-Div date | Dividend amount | Dividend type | Pay date |
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2024-10-04 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2024-10-31 |
2024-07-05 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2024-07-31 |
2024-04-04 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2024-04-30 |
2024-01-04 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2024-01-31 |
2023-10-05 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2023-10-31 |
2023-07-06 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2023-07-31 |
2023-04-05 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2023-04-30 |
2023-01-05 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2023-01-31 |
2022-10-06 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2022-10-31 |
2022-07-07 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2022-07-31 |
2022-04-07 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2022-04-30 |
2022-01-06 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2022-01-31 |
2021-09-29 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2021-10-31 |
2021-07-01 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2021-07-31 |
2021-03-31 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2021-04-30 |
2021-01-07 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2021-01-31 |
2020-10-01 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2020-10-31 |
2020-07-02 | $0.03 | quarterly | 2020-07-31 |
2020-04-02 | $0.03 | quarterly | 2020-04-30 |
2020-01-02 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2020-01-31 |
2019-10-03 | $0.01 | quarterly | 2019-10-31 |
2019-07-05 | $0.02 | quarterly | 2019-07-31 |
2019-04-04 | $0.01 | quarterly | 2019-04-30 |
2019-01-03 | $0.01 | quarterly | 2019-01-31 |
2018-10-04 | $0.01 | quarterly | 2018-10-31 |
2018-07-05 | $0.01 | quarterly | 2018-07-31 |
2018-04-05 | $0.01 | quarterly | 2018-04-30 |
2018-01-04 | $0.01 | quarterly | 2018-01-31 |
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VersaBank Dividend Yield
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1. Determination of Dividend: VersaBank'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, VersaBank 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, VersaBank 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 VersaBank 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: VersaBank 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, VersaBank distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.
3. Currency: VersaBank 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 VersaBank'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 VersaBank'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.