SourceMicrosoft announces quarterly dividend increase
Microsoft announced a quarterly dividend increase to $0.98 per share and scheduled its 2026 Annual Shareholders Meeting.
Why it matters
Investors will receive a higher dividend payout and now have the date and requirements for voting in the annual meeting.
The big picture
While prior coverage focused on Microsoft's AI initiatives and infrastructure efforts, this report provides a corporate financial and governance update.
The details
The ex-dividend date is Nov. 19, 2026. Shareholders of record as of Sept. 30, 2026, are entitled to vote. The virtual meeting will be hosted by Satya Nadella, Amy Hood, Brad Smith, and Sandra E. Peterson.
What's next
The company will hold its virtual annual shareholders meeting on Dec. 8, 2026.
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Sandra E. Peterson works at Microsoft
Microsoft lead independent director
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