Optical Cable Corp.
OCCOptical Cable Corporation (OCC) is a manufacturer of fiber optic and Ethernet cable solutions designed for telecommunications, data centers, military, industrial, and enterprise applications. Founded in 1982 and headquartered in Roanoke, Virginia, OCC specializes in high-performance cabling products that support advanced networking and communication infrastructure. The company emphasizes innovation, quality, and customer service to meet the evolving demands of data transmission and connectivity.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 20, 2015 | $0.02 | 2015-10-28 | 2015-10-30 |
| August 14, 2015 | $0.02 | 2015-07-27 | 2015-07-29 |
| May 15, 2015 | $0.02 | 2015-04-24 | 2015-04-28 |
| February 16, 2015 | $0.02 | 2015-01-23 | 2015-01-27 |
| November 14, 2014 | $0.02 | 2014-10-27 | 2014-10-29 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Optical Cable Corp. has rewarded shareholders with 21 dividend payments over the past 5 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held OCC shares during this period received a total of $0.35 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.02/share was paid 3893 days ago, on November 20, 2015.
- Yield & Schedule: OCC currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 0.54%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2010, the dividend payout has grown by 100.0%, from $0.01 to $0.02.
- Dividend Reliability: OCC has maintained or increased its dividend for 21 consecutive payments.
Company News
Optical Cable Corporation (OCC) reported strong Q2 2026 results with net sales of $22.2 million (up 26.6% YoY) and net income of $1.1 million ($0.12 per share) versus a prior-year loss. Gross profit margin expanded to 34.2% from 30.4%, driven by higher volumes and manufacturing operating leverage. The company's sales backlog increased 27% sequent...
Optical Cable Corporation reported strong Q3 fiscal 2025 results with 22.8% net sales growth, turning profitable with $302,000 net income. The company formed a strategic collaboration with Lytera, which also acquired a 7.24% stake, and demonstrated robust operating leverage.
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