STOCK DIVIDEND AND STOCK SPLIT
The most common method for companies to distribute wealth among shareholders is to pay dividends in the form of cash or stock. When a company has a low level of liquid cash on hand, stock dividends are typically issued in lieu of cash dividends. It is the board of directors that decides whether a dividend should be declared and in what form it should be distributed. Dividend yield is also a financial ratio that shows how much a company pays out in dividends on its shares each year, which is something investors look for in a stock.
Dividend Rate
Trailing Annual Dividend Rate
$0.20
Forward Annual Dividend Rate
$0.20
Yield
Trailing Annual Dividend Yield
0.2%
Forward Annual Dividend Yield
0.17%
Dividend Date
Dividend Date
Jan 08, 2026
Ex-dividend Date
Dec 11, 2025
0.36 %
3.53
Dividend History
| Announced | Amount | Ex-Dividend Date | Record Date | Payment Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 20, 2025 | 0.05 | Dec 11, 2025 | Dec 11, 2025 | Jan 08, 2026 |
| Aug 21, 2025 | 0.05 | Sep 11, 2025 | Sep 11, 2025 | Oct 07, 2025 |
| May 22, 2025 | 0.05 | Jun 12, 2025 | Jun 12, 2025 | Jul 09, 2025 |
| Feb 27, 2025 | 0.05 | Mar 13, 2025 | Mar 13, 2025 | Apr 10, 2025 |
| Nov 21, 2024 | 0.05 | Dec 12, 2024 | Dec 12, 2024 | Jan 09, 2025 |
| Aug 22, 2024 | 0.05 | Sep 12, 2024 | Sep 12, 2024 | Oct 08, 2024 |
| May 23, 2024 | 0.05 | Jun 13, 2024 | Jun 13, 2024 | Jul 09, 2024 |
| Feb 22, 2024 | 0.05 | Mar 13, 2024 | Mar 14, 2024 | Apr 09, 2024 |
| Nov 30, 2023 | 0.05 | Dec 13, 2023 | Dec 14, 2023 | Jan 09, 2024 |
| Aug 21, 2023 | 0.05 | Sep 12, 2023 | Sep 13, 2023 | Oct 05, 2023 |
| May 25, 2023 | 0.05 | Jun 14, 2023 | Jun 15, 2023 | Jul 06, 2023 |
| Apr 25, 2023 | 0.05 | Jun 14, 2023 | Jun 15, 2023 | Jul 06, 2023 |
| Feb 22, 2023 | 0.05 | Mar 13, 2023 | Mar 14, 2023 | Apr 06, 2023 |
| Nov 30, 2022 | 0.05 | Dec 14, 2022 | Dec 15, 2022 | Jan 05, 2023 |
| Aug 25, 2022 | 0.05 | Sep 14, 2022 | Sep 15, 2022 | Oct 06, 2022 |
| May 25, 2022 | 0.05 | Jun 15, 2022 | Jun 16, 2022 | Jul 07, 2022 |
| May 24, 2022 | 0.05 | Jun 15, 2022 | Jun 16, 2022 | Jul 07, 2022 |
| Feb 23, 2022 | 0.05 | Mar 09, 2022 | Mar 10, 2022 | Apr 07, 2022 |
| Nov 17, 2021 | 0.05 | Dec 16, 2021 | Dec 17, 2021 | Jan 06, 2022 |
Stock Split History
| Date | Ratio | Change Before Split | Change After Split |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2004 | 1:2 | -0.49% | -1.76% |
| Aug 22, 2000 | 3:2 | +8.49% | +1.11% |
| Jan 12, 1998 | 3:2 | -1.17% | +6.19% |
| Jan 02, 1996 | 3:2 | 0 | -6.67% |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Belden Inc. (BDC) a dividend paying company?
In a company, dividends are a portion of profits paid out to shareholders - investors getting a little bit back on their investment. In particular, dividends benefit investors, especially income-seeking investors, because they provide mutual benefits both to companies and investors. Dividends are a strong indicator for a company's ability to produce profits consistently and reflect favorably on its management. Belden Inc. is also among the companies that regularly pay dividends.
What is BDC's dividend yield?
Many factors affect dividend yields, including global market conditions, interest rates, and the financial status of an individual company.However, the average dividend yield for a good company is between 2% and 6%. BDC's annual dividend yield for the trailing 12 months is 0.20.
When did BDC last pay a dividend?
BDC last paid dividends on 2026-01-08, with the ex-dividend date being 2025-12-11.
When was the last time BDC stock split?
BDC stock split took place on 16-07-2004.
How did BDC's stock split work?
Its last split took place on Jul 16, 2004, when Belden Inc. went through a 1:2 split leaving the shareholder with 1 share(s) who previously owned 2 BDC share(s).