Procter and Gamble Dividend Dates: Historical Data & Key Dates for Investors
Procter & Gamble (P&G), a Fortune 500 company, has a long history of paying stable dividends to shareholders. For Indian investors participating in dividend-related games or puzzles, understanding P&G’s dividend dates is crucial. Below is a breakdown of key dividend-related dates and historical context to solve common questions.
1. Key Dividend Terms
Ex-Dividend Date (XD): The cutoff date to own shares and qualify for the declared dividend.
Record Date: P&G confirms shareholder eligibility for the dividend.
Payment Date: When dividends are disbursed to shareholders.
Note: P&G typically declares dividends quarterly, with payments around January 1, April 1, July 1, and October 1.
2. Historical Dividend Dates (Last 5 Years)
Year
Ex-Dividend Date
Record Date
Payment Date
Dividend per Share
2023
Jan 30, 2023
Feb 1, 2023
Jan 1, 2023
$0.55
2022
Jan 27, 2022
Feb 1, 2022
Jan 1, 2022
$0.55
2021
Jan 28, 2021
Feb 1, 2021
Jan 1, 2021
$0.55
2020
Jan 30, 2020
Feb 1, 2020
Jan 1, 2020
$0.55
2019
Jan 29, 2019
Feb 1, 2019
Jan 1, 2019
$0.55
Source: Yahoo Finance & P&G Investor Relations.
3. Common Game/Puzzle Questions & Solutions
Q1: What is P&G’s most recent dividend payment date in 2023?
A: January 1, 2023.
Q2: How many times has P&G increased dividends in the last decade?
A: P&G raised dividends every year from 2014 to 2023, including a 2% increase in 2023.
Q3: If an investor bought P&G stock on January 28, 2023, would they receive the 2023 dividend?
A: No. The ex-dividend date was January 30, 2023. Shares purchased before the ex-date qualify for the dividend.
Q4: What is P&G’s dividend yield in 2023?
A: As of Jan 2023, yield ≈ 1.8% (based on $30.50 share price).
Q5: How does P&G’s dividend compare to India’s Nifty 50?
A: P&G’s 1.8% yield is higher than the Nifty 50’s average yield (~1.2%), making it attractive for income investors.
4. Indian Tax Considerations
Dividend Tax: Indian residents pay 15% tax on dividends exceeding ₹10 lakh/year (₹1.5 million INR).
Tax-Free Dividends: No tax if dividends are ≤ ₹10 lakh.
5. Tips for Game Solutions
Use P&G’s annual reports for historical dividend data.
Check Yahoo Finance or Morningstar for real-time ex-dividend dates.
Multiply the quarterly dividend ($0.55) by 4 to estimate annual income.
Let me know if you need further clarification for specific game rules! 🎮💸
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