KT Corporation (KT) sets terms for July 2026 quarterly cash dividend
Filing Impact
Filing Sentiment
Form Type
6-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
KT Corporation’s board of directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of KRW 600 per common share, corresponding to a stated dividend yield of 1.09%. Based on 237,631,385 shares eligible for this dividend, the total planned dividend payment is KRW 142,578,831,000.
The record date for shareholders entitled to receive the dividend is July 29, 2026, and the expected payment date is August 13, 2026. KT notes that it has been buying back treasury shares under a trust agreement, so the final total number of dividend-eligible shares and the aggregate dividend amount may differ as of the record date. The decision was approved by the board on July 14, 2026, with 6 outside directors present and 1 absent, and the Audit Committee consists entirely of outside directors.
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Key Figures
Dividend per share: KRW 600 per common share
Dividend yield: 1.09%
Total dividend payment: KRW 142,578,831,000
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8 metrics
Dividend per share
KRW 600 per common share
Quarterly cash dividend approved by the board
Dividend yield
1.09%
Yield associated with the KRW 600 per-share dividend
Total dividend payment
KRW 142,578,831,000
Aggregate dividend amount for this quarterly payment
Shares eligible for dividend
237,631,385 shares
Total number of shares initially eligible for this dividend
Record date
July 29, 2026
Shareholders on this date qualify for the dividend
Expected payment date
August 13, 2026
Date on which the cash dividend is expected to be paid
Board resolution date
July 14, 2026
Date the board of directors approved the dividend
Outside directors attendance
6 present, 1 absent
Attendance at the board meeting approving the dividend
Key Terms
Record date, treasury shares, cash dividend, Audit Committee, +1 more
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Record date financial
"The record date for shareholders entitled to receive the dividend is July 29, 2026"
The record date is the specific day when a company determines which shareholders are eligible to receive a dividend or participate in an upcoming vote. It’s like a cutoff date; if you own the stock on that day, you get the benefits or voting rights. This date matters because it decides who qualifies for certain company benefits.
cash dividend financial
"Dividend type | Cash dividend"
A cash dividend is a payment made by a company to its shareholders directly in money, usually on a regular schedule. It is a way for investors to receive a portion of the company's profits, similar to earning interest or a bonus for holding the company's stock. Cash dividends provide income to shareholders and can indicate the company's financial health and stability.
Audit Committee regulatory
"The Company’s Audit Committee is composed entirely of outside directors"
A company's audit committee is a small group of board members who act like independent inspectors for the firm's finances, overseeing how financial reports are prepared, monitoring internal controls, and managing the relationship with external auditors. Investors care because a strong audit committee reduces the risk of accounting errors, fraud, or misleading statements, making financial statements more trustworthy and helping protect shareholder value.
outside directors regulatory
"Attendance of outside directors | Present (No.) 6 Absent (No.) 1"
FAQ
What quarterly cash dividend did KT (KT) declare for July 2026?
KT Corporation declared a quarterly cash dividend of KRW 600 per common share, implying a stated dividend yield of 1.09%. The planned aggregate dividend payment amounts to KRW 142,578,831,000, based on 237,631,385 dividend-eligible shares, subject to adjustment for ongoing share buybacks.
What are the record date and payment date for KT (KT)’s July 2026 dividend?
The record date for KT’s quarterly dividend is July 29, 2026, and the expected payment date is August 13, 2026. Shareholders listed on the record date will be entitled to receive the cash dividend on or around the scheduled payment date.
What governance details did KT (KT) provide about the dividend approval?
KT reported that on July 14, 2026, when the dividend was approved, 6 outside directors were present and 1 was absent. The company also stated that its Audit Committee is composed entirely of outside directors, highlighting an independent oversight structure for financial and audit matters.