Wesfarmers Limited primarily engages in the retail business in Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and internationally. The company is involved in the retail sale of building materials, home and garden improvement, and outdoor living products through its Bunnings stores; apparel, homewares, and general merchandise, including toys, leisure, entertainment, home, consumables, electrical products, and accessories; and office products and solutions, such as office supplies, technology, furniture, art supplies, education resources, and helpful services, including print and copy and on-site tech support through its 168 Officeworks stores. It also provides hardware and software repairs, system security solutions, wireless and wired networking services, virus and spyware prevention and removal, and data backup and recovery solutions through Geeks2U. In addition, the company manufactures and supplies ammonia, ammonium nitrate, and industrial chemicals; manufactures, imports, and distributes phosphate, nitrogen, and potassium-based fertilizers in blended, compound, and liquid form; supplies polyvinyl chloride resins used in various products comprising piping, cable insulation, floor coverings, building profiles, packaging, and compounds; produces wood-plastic composite products; and manufactures and distributes sodium cyanide for gold extraction in mining industry. Further, it extracts, markets, and distributes liquefied petroleum gas and liquefied natural gas; supplies and distributes maintenance, repair, operating products, and industrial safety products and services; manufacturers and markets industrial gases and equipment; distributes tools, safety gear, work wear, and industrial supplies; and provides risk management and compliance services, as well as offers property management services and other businesses. Additionally, the company sells its products online. Wesfarmers Limited was founded in 1914 and is headquartered in Perth, Australia.
Wesfarmers Dividend Announcement
• Wesfarmers announced a semi annually dividend of $0.36 per ordinary share which will be made payable on 2024-10-24. Ex dividend date: 2024-09-09
• Wesfarmers annual dividend for 2024 was $0.66
• Wesfarmers annual dividend for 2023 was $0.63
• Wesfarmers's trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 4.45%
• Wesfarmers's payout ratio for the trailing twelve months (TTM) is 86.04%
• Wesfarmers's dividend growth over the last five years (2018-2023) was -34.04% year
• Wesfarmers's dividend growth over the last ten years (2013-2023) was -5.41% year
Wesfarmers Dividend History
Ex-Div date | Dividend amount | Dividend type | Pay date |
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2024-09-09 | $0.36 | semi annually | 2024-10-24 |
2024-02-26 | $0.30 | semi annually | 2024-04-11 |
2023-09-05 | $0.33 | semi annually | 2023-10-20 |
2023-02-24 | $0.30 | semi annually | 2023-04-12 |
2022-09-02 | $0.35 | semi annually | 2022-10-21 |
2022-02-25 | $0.29 | semi annually | 2022-04-14 |
2021-09-03 | $0.33 | semi annually | 2021-10-22 |
2021-02-26 | $0.34 | semi annually | 2021-04-15 |
2020-08-28 | $0.34 | semi annually | 2020-10-16 |
2020-02-28 | $0.25 | semi annually | 2020-04-15 |
2019-09-05 | $0.26 | semi annually | 2019-10-24 |
2019-03-01 | $0.71 | semi annually | 2019-04-25 |
2018-12-26 | $4.67 | semi annually | |
2018-03-02 | $0.40 | semi annually | 2018-04-20 |
2017-08-24 | $0.47 | semi annually | 2017-10-13 |
2017-02-23 | $0.40 | semi annually | 2017-04-12 |
2016-09-01 | $0.36 | semi annually | |
2016-03-03 | $0.33 | semi annually | |
2015-08-27 | $0.41 | semi annually | |
2015-02-26 | $0.35 | semi annually | |
2014-11-24 | $0.44 | semi annually | |
2014-08-28 | $0.53 | semi annually | |
2014-02-27 | $0.38 | semi annually | |
2013-11-12 | $0.24 | semi annually | |
2013-08-22 | $0.47 | semi annually | |
2013-02-21 | $0.40 | semi annually |
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Wesfarmers current trailing twelve-month (TTM) dividend yield is 4.45%. Interested in purchasing Wesfarmers stock? Use our calculator to estimate your expected dividend yield:
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1. Determination of Dividend: Wesfarmers'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, Wesfarmers 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, Wesfarmers 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 Wesfarmers 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: Wesfarmers 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, Wesfarmers distributes the dividend to eligible shareholders. The payment is usually made electronically, directly into the shareholder's brokerage account or bank account.
3. Currency: Wesfarmers 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 Wesfarmers'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 Wesfarmers'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.