West Fraser Declares Dividend

West Fraser (TSX, NYSE: WFG) declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.32 per share on Common and Class B Common shares.

Rhea-AI Summary

West Fraser (TSX, NYSE: WFG) declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.32 per share on Common and Class B Common shares.

The dividend is payable on January 14, 2026 to shareholders of record on December 29, 2025. Dividends are designated as eligible under subsection 89(14) of the Income Tax Act (Canada).

Dividends are declared and payable in U.S. dollars; shareholders may elect to receive payment in Canadian dollars via the company website "Investors/Dividends" section.

Positive

• Quarterly dividend of US$0.32 per share
• Payable on Jan 14, 2026 to record holders on Dec 29, 2025
• Dividends designated as eligible under Canadian tax rules
• Shareholders can elect CAD payment option

Negative

• Dividends declared and payable in U.S. dollars, creating currency exposure for CAD investors
• Shareholders must follow the election procedure on the website to receive CAD payments

Argus Dec 11 session

-0.45% close to close Open Argus

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News Market Reaction – WFG

On Dec 11, the first trading day after this news, WFG closed 0.45% below the previous close.

Data tracked by StockTitan Argus for the Dec 11 session.

Market Context

This announcement reiterates West Fraser’s quarterly dividend of US$0.32 per share, payable on Janua...

Analysis

This announcement reiterates West Fraser’s quarterly dividend of US$0.32 per share, payable on January 14, 2026 to holders of record on December 29, 2025, and again designated as an eligible dividend under Canadian tax law. The decision follows a period marked by capacity reductions, impairment expectations, and a recent quarterly net loss, yet continues the company’s practice of maintaining its dividend rate. Investors may watch future earnings, cash levels, and any changes to this payout for signals on financial flexibility.

Key Figures

Quarterly dividend: US$0.32 per share Payment date: January 14, 2026 Record date: December 29, 2025

Quarterly dividend

US$0.32 per share

Declared on Common and Class B Common shares

Payment date

January 14, 2026

Dividend payable date

Record date

December 29, 2025

Shareholders of record for dividend

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Dec 04

5 events

1. Dec 04

   Capacity reduction

   24h Move

   +0.6%

   Indefinite curtailment of High Level OSB mill and related impairment.

2. Nov 06

   Capacity reduction

   24h Move

   -0.2%

   Permanent closures of Augusta and 100 Mile House lumber mills.

3. Oct 22

   Earnings update

   24h Move

   -1.8%

   Q3 2025 loss with negative Adjusted EBITDA and duty expense.

4. Oct 02

   Conference call

   24h Move

   +0.3%

   Scheduled analyst call to discuss Q3 2025 results.

5. Sep 10

   Dividend declaration

   24h Move

   +3.6%

   Announcement of US$0.32 quarterly dividend and payment details.

24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.

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VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ - West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. ("West Fraser" or the "Company") (TSX and NYSE: WFG) has declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.32 per share on the Common shares and Class B Common shares in the capital of the Company, payable on January 14, 2026 to shareholders of record on December 29, 2025.

Dividends are designated to be eligible dividends pursuant to subsection 89(14) of the Income Tax Act (Canada) and any applicable provincial legislation pertaining to eligible dividends.

Dividends are declared and payable in U.S. dollars. Shareholders may elect to receive their dividends in Canadian dollars. Details regarding the election procedure are available on our website at www.westfraser.com in the "Investors/Dividends" section.

About West Fraser
West Fraser is a diversified wood products company with more than 50 facilities in Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Europe, which promotes sustainable forest practices in its operations. The Company produces lumber, engineered wood products (OSB, LVL, MDF, plywood, and particleboard), pulp, newsprint, wood chips, and other residuals. West Fraser's products are used in home construction, repair and remodelling, industrial applications, papers and tissue. For more information about West Fraser, visit: westfraser.com.

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SOURCE West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.

FAQ

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What dividend did West Fraser (WFG) declare on December 10, 2025?

West Fraser declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.32 per share on Common and Class B Common shares.

When is the West Fraser (WFG) dividend payable and what is the record date?

The dividend is payable on January 14, 2026 to shareholders of record on December 29, 2025.

Will West Fraser (WFG) dividends be taxed as eligible dividends?

Yes, dividends are designated as eligible dividends pursuant to subsection 89(14) of the Income Tax Act (Canada).

In what currency will West Fraser (WFG) pay the December 2025 dividend?

Dividends are declared and payable in U.S. dollars, though shareholders may elect to receive payments in Canadian dollars.

How can West Fraser (WFG) shareholders elect to receive dividends in Canadian dollars?

Shareholders can follow the election procedure posted in the "Investors/Dividends" section of the company website.

Does West Fraser (WFG) offer a CAD payment option for the US$0.32 dividend?

Yes, shareholders may elect to receive the dividend in Canadian dollars via the online election process.