Dividend information
Swedish Match dividend policy stipulates that the dividend will be in the range of 40 to 60 percent of the earnings per share for the year, subject to adjustments for larger one-time items.
At the upcoming Annual General Meeting of Shareholders on April 25, 2013, the Board of Directors will seek approval for a proposed increased dividend to 7.30 SEK (6.50), equivalent to 51 percent (54) of the earnings per share for the year. The proposed dividend amounts to 1,456 MSEK (1,334) based on the 199.4 million shares outstanding at the end of the year. The proposed record date for entitlement to receive a cash dividend is April 30, 2013.
* Dividend proposed for fiscal year 2012.
* Dividend proposed for fiscal year 2012.