AT&T Ex-Dividend Timing
AT&T generally goes ex-dividend one business day before the record date for its quarterly cash dividend. If you own the stock on or before the record date, you receive the payout; if you buy on or after the ex-dividend date, the seller gets the dividend.
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Typical Quarterly Schedule
AT&T pays dividends four times a year, usually in February, May, August, and November. The ex-dividend date is set by the board when the dividend is declared and falls in the week before the record date. Because the exact dates shift each quarter, you should check the most recent SEC filing or AT&T's investor relations page for the declared record and ex-dividend dates.
Key Dates to Watch
- Declaration date: The board announces the dividend and sets the record and payment dates.
- Ex-dividend date: Usually one business day before the record date. Purchase on or after this date means you do not receive the current dividend.
- Record date: Shareholders registered on this date receive the payout.
- Payment date: Typically a few weeks after the record date, when the cash is deposited.
What Determines the Dividend Amount
The quarterly dividend is set by AT&T's board of directors and can change based on earnings, free cash flow, and capital allocation priorities. AT&T has a history of paying a steady quarterly cash dividend, but the amount is not guaranteed and may be adjusted over time. Investors should review the latest earnings release and board announcement for the declared amount per share.
Where to Find the Official Dates
The most reliable sources are AT&T's investor relations website, the Nasdaq or NYSE dividend calendars, and the company's quarterly SEC filings. Brokerage platforms also display upcoming ex-dividend and record dates for AT&T once the board has declared the dividend.