Korn Ferry (NYSE: KFY) sets $0.55 dividend and details FY’26 buybacks
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8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Korn Ferry announced that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.55 per share. The dividend will be paid on July 31, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 6, 2026. The company also highlighted repurchases of 1.2 million shares during the quarter, bringing total FY’26 buybacks to 1.8 million shares, as part of its capital allocation approach. The Board noted that any future dividends will remain at its discretion and depend on earnings, capital needs, financial condition, debt terms and other factors.
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8-K Event Classification
2 items: 8.01, 9.01
2 items
Item 8.01
Other Events
Other
Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
Key Figures
Quarterly dividend: $0.55 per share
Dividend record date: July 6, 2026
Dividend payment date: July 31, 2026
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Quarterly dividend
$0.55 per share
Declared by Board, payable July 31, 2026
Dividend record date
July 6, 2026
Shareholders of record eligible for $0.55 dividend
Dividend payment date
July 31, 2026
Cash dividend payment to shareholders
Quarterly share repurchases
1.2 million shares
Shares bought during the quarter referenced by CEO
FY’26 total buybacks
1.8 million shares
Cumulative repurchases in fiscal year 2026
Key Terms
quarterly cash dividend, capital allocation, share buybacks, forward-looking statements, +1 more
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quarterly cash dividend financial
"has declared a cash dividend of $0.55 per share that will be paid"
A quarterly cash dividend is a payment made by a company to its shareholders four times a year, usually based on its profits. It is like a regular bonus or reward for owning the company's stock, providing shareholders with income. Many investors see these payments as a sign of the company's stability and its ability to generate consistent profits.
capital allocation financial
"continued commitment to a balanced approach to capital allocation and delivering"
Capital allocation is the process of deciding how a company or individual uses their money to grow, pay bills, save, or invest. It matters because good decisions can help build wealth and ensure resources are used wisely, while poor choices can limit growth or cause financial problems. Think of it like managing your allowance—deciding whether to spend, save, or invest to meet your goals.
forward-looking statements regulatory
"Statements in this Press Release that relate to Korn Ferry’s goals, strategies, future plans"
Forward-looking statements are predictions or plans that companies share about what they expect to happen in the future, like estimating sales or profits. They matter because they help investors understand a company's outlook, but since they are based on guesses and assumptions, they can sometimes be wrong.
Annual Report on Form 10-K regulatory
"described in the sections entitled “Risk Factors” and “Forward-Looking Statements” of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K"
An annual report on Form 10‑K is a required, comprehensive filing that publicly traded companies give to regulators and investors summarizing their business, results of operations, detailed financial statements reviewed by independent auditors, material risks, legal issues and management’s discussion of performance. Investors use it like a company’s year‑end report card and medical checkup: it reveals how the business made money, where it is vulnerable, and the facts needed to compare value, judge risk and make informed investment decisions.
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FORM 8-K
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CURRENT REPORT
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Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 22, 2026
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Item 8.01 Other Events.
On June 22, 2026, the Board of Directors (the "Board") of Korn Ferry (the “Company”) declared a cash dividend of $0.55 per share that will be paid on July 31, 2026 to holders of the Company’s common stock of record at the close of business on July 6, 2026. A copy of the press release announcing such action is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.
The declaration and payment of future dividends under the quarterly dividend policy will be at the discretion of the Board and will depend upon many factors, including the Company’s earnings, capital requirements, financial conditions, the terms of the Company’s indebtedness and other factors that the Board may deem to be relevant. The Company may amend, revoke or suspend the dividend policy at any time and for any reason at its discretion.
Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(d)Exhibits
Exhibit 99.1 | Press Release, dated June 22, 2026. | ||||
| Exhibit 104 | The cover page from this Current Report on Form 8-K, formatted in Inline XBRL (included as Exhibit 101). | ||||
SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
| KORN FERRY | ||||||||
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| Date: June 22, 2026 | /s/ Robert P. Rozek | |||||||
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| Name: | Robert P. Rozek | |||||||
| Title: | Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Chief Corporate Officer | |||||||
Exhibit 99.1
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| Investor Relations: Tiffany Louder, (214) 310-8407 | |||||
| Media: Dan Gugler, (310) 226-2645 | |||||
Korn Ferry Board Declared Quarterly Cash Dividend
LOS ANGELES, June 22, 2026 – Korn Ferry (NYSE:KFY), a global consulting firm, today announced its Board of Directors has declared a cash dividend of $0.55 per share that will be payable on July 31, 2026 to shareholders of record on July 6, 2026.
“We are pleased to announce another quarterly cash dividend,” said Gary D. Burnison, CEO, Korn Ferry. “This decision underscores the strength and resilience of our business. Also reflecting our continued commitment to a balanced approach to capital allocation and delivering long-term value for shareholders is our purchase of 1.2 million shares during the quarter, bringing total FY’26 buybacks to 1.8 million shares.”
About Korn Ferry
Korn Ferry is a global consulting firm that powers performance. We unlock the potential in your people and unleash transformation across your business—synchronizing strategy, operations, and talent to accelerate performance, fuel growth, and inspire a legacy of change. That’s why the world’s most forward-thinking companies across every major industry turn to us—for a shared commitment to lasting impact and the bold ambition to Be More Than.
Forward-Looking Statements
Statements in this Press Release that relate to Korn Ferry’s goals, strategies, future plans and expectations, and other statements of future events or conditions are forward-looking statements that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. Words such as “believes”, “expects”, “anticipates”, “may”, “should”, “will”, “likely”, and “confidence”, and variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such statements. Such statements are based on current expectations; actual results in future periods may differ materially from those currently expected or desired because of a number of risks and uncertainties that are beyond the control of Korn Ferry, including global and local political and economic developments, demand fluctuations, and those risks and uncertainties included in Korn Ferry’s periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including the factors described in the sections entitled “Risk Factors” and “Forward-Looking Statements” of the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2025 and as will be included in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended April 30, 2026. Korn Ferry disclaims any intention or obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as otherwise required by applicable law.
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FAQ
What dividend did Korn Ferry (KFY) declare in this 8-K filing?
Korn Ferry declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.55 per share. The dividend will be paid on July 31, 2026 to shareholders of record on July 6, 2026, reflecting the company’s ongoing policy of returning cash to shareholders through regular dividends.
When is the record date and payment date for Korn Ferry’s $0.55 dividend?
The record date is July 6, 2026 and payment date is July 31, 2026. Shareholders who own Korn Ferry common stock at the close of business on July 6, 2026 will be eligible to receive the $0.55 per share cash dividend later that month.
Are Korn Ferry’s future quarterly dividends guaranteed to continue?
No. Future dividends remain at the discretion of Korn Ferry’s Board. The Board will consider factors such as earnings, capital requirements, financial condition, the terms of any indebtedness, and other relevant considerations, and may amend, revoke or suspend the dividend policy at any time.
What did Korn Ferry’s CEO say about the dividend and capital allocation?
CEO Gary D. Burnison emphasized the strength and resilience of the business. He highlighted the quarterly cash dividend and the repurchase of 1.2 million shares in the quarter, noting that both reflect Korn Ferry’s commitment to balanced capital allocation and delivering long-term value for shareholders.