Dividends

Dividend policy

It is our intention to grow dividends in line with reported earnings before restructuring and synergy costs, with an aim to maintain at least two times dividend cover.

Payment of dividends

Dividends will be paid twice a year, with a greater proportion paid as a second interim.

First interim: announced end of July and paid in September
Second interim: announced end of of January/beginning of February and paid in March

Dividend Calculator

To calculate the value of your forthcoming/latest dividend payment please use the dividend calculator

Dividend history

You can view our past dividend payment information in the dividends archive.

Exchange rates

Exchange rates used to convert dividend payments, announced in US dollars, into UK sterling and Swedish kronor are the noon rate on the day prior to the dividend announcement.

Dividend questions

Please refer to the dividend FAQ for common questions regarding dividend payments.

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