Lee Enterprises, Inc.
LEELee Enterprises, Inc. (LEE) is a regional media company that primarily publishes newspapers, digital media, and niche publications across the United States. Founded in 1890, it has a long history of providing local news, information, and advertising services to communities. The company focuses on local journalism through its numerous newspapers and digital platforms, serving markets across the Midwest and beyond.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 1, 2008 | $0.19 | 2008-08-28 | 2008-09-02 |
| July 1, 2008 | $0.19 | 2008-05-29 | 2008-06-02 |
| April 1, 2008 | $0.19 | 2008-02-28 | 2008-03-03 |
| January 2, 2008 | $0.19 | 2007-11-29 | 2007-12-03 |
| October 1, 2007 | $0.18 | 2007-08-29 | 2007-08-31 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Lee Enterprises, Inc. has rewarded shareholders with 20 dividend payments over the past 4 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held LEE shares during this period received a total of $3.64 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.19/share was paid 6499 days ago, on October 1, 2008.
- Yield & Schedule: LEE currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 9.67%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 5.6%, from $0.18 to $0.19.
- Dividend Reliability: LEE has maintained or increased its dividend for 20 consecutive payments.
Company News
Lee Enterprises announced the permanent appointments of Nathan Bekke as President and CEO and Josh Rinehults as CFO, following their interim roles since February 2026. Both executives have demonstrated strong leadership and industry expertise. The company reported Q1 adjusted EBITDA growth of 61% year-over-year and completed a $50M strategic equi...
Lee Enterprises announced strong Q1 2026 results with adjusted EBITDA growth of $5M (61% YOY) and successfully closed a $50M strategic equity investment. The company also reduced its outstanding debt interest rate from 9% to 5%, enhancing financial stability.
Abbott Cooper PLLC is investigating potential breaches of fiduciary duty by the Boards of Directors of Finance of America Companies Inc., MarketWise Inc., and Lee Enterprises on behalf of stockholders. The investigations focus on whether the boards have fulfilled their fiduciary obligations, including their duty of loyalty to shareholders.
Abbott Cooper PLLC is investigating potential breaches of fiduciary duty by the Board of Directors of MarketWise, Inc., focusing on whether the board has fulfilled its fiduciary obligations to stockholders, including its duty of loyalty. The law firm is also investigating similar issues at Lee Enterprises, Incorporated.
Abbott Cooper PLLC is investigating potential breaches of fiduciary duty by the Board of Directors of Lee Enterprises, Incorporated (Nasdaq: LEE) and MarketWise, Inc. (Nasdaq: MKTW) on behalf of stockholders. The investigation focuses on whether the boards have fulfilled their fiduciary obligations, including their duty of loyalty to shareholders.
