Quaker Houghton Announces a 5% Increase in Cash Dividend

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Quaker Houghton (NYSE: KWR) has announced a 5% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.508 per share, payable on October 31, 2025, to shareholders of record as of October 17, 2025.

CEO Joseph A. Berquist emphasized that this increase reflects the company's strong cash flow generation capabilities and commitment to shareholder value. This marks Quaker Houghton's 16th consecutive year of dividend increases and its 49th increase since its 1972 IPO.

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• Increased quarterly dividend by 4.7% to $0.508 per share
• 16 consecutive years of dividend increases
• Strong and consistent cash flow generation
• 49 dividend increases since going public in 1972

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CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., July 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Board of Directors of Quaker Houghton (NYSE: KWR) today declared a $0.508 per share quarterly cash dividend, an increase of 4.7% over the prior dividend.  The quarterly dividend is payable on October 31, 2025, to shareholders of record at the close of business on October 17, 2025.

Joseph A. Berquist, Chief Executive Officer and President commented, "Today's dividend increase announcement reflects our confidence in the future of Quaker Houghton and our ability to continue to generate strong and consistent cash flow.  Quaker Houghton remains committed to growth and its balanced capital allocation strategy is aimed at creating shareholder value.  This dividend increase marks our 16th consecutive year and 49th increase since going public in 1972."

About Quaker Houghton

Quaker Houghton is the global leader in industrial process fluids. With a presence around the world, including operations in over 25 countries, our customers include thousands of the world's most advanced and specialized steel, aluminum, automotive, aerospace, offshore, container, mining, and metalworking companies. Our high-performing, innovative and sustainable solutions are backed by best-in-class technology, deep process knowledge and customized services. With approximately 4,400 employees, including chemists, engineers and industry experts, we partner with our customers to improve their operations so they can run even more efficiently, even more effectively, whatever comes next. Quaker Houghton is headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, located near Philadelphia in the United States. Visit quakerhoughton.com to learn more.

 

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FAQ

What is Quaker Houghton's (KWR) new quarterly dividend amount?

Quaker Houghton's new quarterly dividend is $0.508 per share, representing a 4.7% increase from the previous dividend.

When is Quaker Houghton's (KWR) next dividend payment date?

The dividend will be paid on October 31, 2025 to shareholders of record as of October 17, 2025.

How many consecutive years has Quaker Houghton increased its dividend?

Quaker Houghton has increased its dividend for 16 consecutive years, with this being its 49th increase since going public in 1972.

What does the dividend increase indicate about Quaker Houghton's financial health?

According to CEO Joseph A. Berquist, the dividend increase reflects the company's confidence in its future and ability to generate strong and consistent cash flow.