Why is the Seven Group share price sliding today?

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The Seven Group Holdings Ltd (ASX: SVW) share price is heading south on Tuesday as it trades ex-dividend.

At the time of writing, the investment company’s shares are swapping hands for $20.64, down 1.39%.

Below we take a closer look at Seven Group’s latest dividend and when shareholders can expect payment.

Shareholders set eyes on the Seven Group interim dividend

Following the company’s half year results, investors are eyeing Seven Group shares as they trade ex-dividend today.

Typically, one business day before the record date, the ex-dividend date is when investors must have purchased shares. If the investor did not buy Seven Group shares before this date, the dividend will go to the seller.

Historically, when a company reaches its ex-dividend day, its shares tend to fall in proportion to the dividend paid out. This is because investors tend to sell off the company’s shares after securing the dividend.

When can shareholders expect to be paid?

For those eligible for Seven Group’s interim dividend, shareholders will receive a payment of 23 cents per share on 6 May. The dividend is fully franked which means investors will receive tax credits to go toward their next tax bill.

The board opted to maintain the interim dividend to possibly preserve cash for investment opportunities.

Seven Group share price summary

Since the beginning of 2022, Seven Group shares are around 4.4% in the red.

The company’s shares reached a 52-week high of $24.55 in August 2021, before plummeting over the following weeks. From there, its shares have continued to move in circles.

Based on today’s price, Seven Group commands a market capitalisation of roughly $7.5 billion and has a trailing dividend yield of 2.23%.

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