Ashland Inc.
ASHAshland Inc. is a global specialty chemicals company that provides innovative solutions for industries such as pharmaceuticals, transportation, construction, and personal care. Founded in 1924 and headquartered in Covington, Kentucky, Ashland focuses on performance chemicals, adhesives, and functional ingredients, serving a diverse range of markets with a commitment to sustainability and customer-centric innovation.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 15, 2026 | $0.42 | 2026-06-01 | 2026-06-01 |
| March 15, 2026 | $0.41 | 2026-02-27 | 2026-03-01 |
| December 15, 2025 | $0.41 | 2025-12-01 | 2025-12-01 |
| September 15, 2025 | $0.41 | 2025-08-29 | 2025-09-01 |
| June 15, 2025 | $0.41 | 2025-05-30 | 2025-06-01 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Ashland Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 69 dividend payments over the past 23 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held ASH shares during this period received a total of $29.26 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.42/share was paid 33 days ago, on June 15, 2026.
- Yield & Schedule: ASH currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 2.43%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2003, the dividend payout has grown by 52.7%, from $0.28 to $0.42.
- Dividend Reliability: ASH has maintained or increased its dividend for 37 consecutive payments.
Company News
Ashland Inc. issued a statement responding to an investor presentation by Ancora Alternatives LLC, reaffirming its commitment to shareholder value creation and its growth strategies. The company stated it intends to engage constructively with Ancora despite the activist investor not engaging prior to its presentation. Ashland's Board continues to...
The Schall Law Firm is investigating Ashland Inc. (NYSE: ASH) for potential securities law violations related to allegedly false or misleading statements. Ashland reported Q2 2026 results that missed analyst estimates, citing operational challenges at its Hopewell manufacturing facility, softer energy demand due to Middle East conflict, and reduc...
Ashland Inc. (NYSE:ASH) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.42 per share, representing a 1.2% increase from the previous quarter. The dividend will be paid on June 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of June 1, 2026. The company had 45,788,007 shares outstanding as of April 30, 2026.
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