GTCO, Stanbic IBTC, PZ Cussons Set October Dividend Dates

In the fourth quarter of 2026, three companies listed on the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) will distribute dividends between N1 and N4.50 per share, with qualification dates set for October. The companies involved are Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO), Stanbic IBTC Holdings, and PZ Cussons Nigeria.

The qualification date is crucial as it determines which shareholders are eligible for the declared dividends. GTCO and Stanbic IBTC will issue interim dividends, while PZ Cussons will provide a final dividend.

Stanbic IBTC's N4.50 interim dividend is the highest among the three and represents an 80% increase from the N2.50 interim dividend paid in the same period last year. The payment dates for these dividends will occur over a span of 24 days, and e-dividend registration will be managed by First Registrars for PZ Cussons and Stanbic IBTC, while DataMax Registrars will handle GTCO's registration.

The differing earnings positions of the companies reflect their unique payout profiles.