dividend
confidence high
sentiment neutral
materiality 0.30
United-Guardian declares $0.10/share mid-year dividend; retains more earnings for growth
UNITED GUARDIAN INC
- Cash dividend of $0.10/share, payable Aug 2, 2023 to holders of record July 26, 2023.
- 28th consecutive year of dividend payments; payout ratio lower than prior years.
- Board chooses to retain higher portion of earnings to fund anticipated growth strategy.
- President cites need for additional long-term capital to increase future shareholder returns.