Common Dividends

Dividends represent a portion of a company’s net income that is returned to shareholders, typically on a quarterly basis, in the form of cash.

Dividend policy is set by the Board of Directors, is reviewed regularly, and is disclosed in the company’s financial statements.

During 2004 Fiscal Year:

  • Exxon Mobil’s quarterly cash dividend was $0.27 per share.

  • Microsoft’s was $0.32 per share.

  • Amazon.com pays no dividends.

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