Dividends & Corporate Actions
View insights and updates on companies declaring dividends, as well as other non-elective corporate actions.
In the Spotlight
A CPI+ investing strategy aims to generate returns above inflation, helping investors preserve and potentially grow their purchasing power in real terms.
This week, EasyETFs CPI+ AMETFs with upcoming last dates to trade to qualify for their cash distributions.
These include:
EasyETFs CPI + 3 AMETF
EasyETFs CPI + 5 AMETF
EasyETFs CPI + 7 AMETF
The funds target returns of CPI + 3%, CPI + 5% and CPI + 7%, respectively.
Furthermore, Super Group (SGHC) Limited, which owns Betway, is also among the companies preparing to pay dividends, with an upcoming last date to trade for investors looking to qualify for the payout.
Dividends
Dividends are cash payments companies make to shareholders from profits and funds available for distribution, providing passive income for investors. This list is updated weekly.
Last Updated: 9/14/26
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Dividend Payment
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Last Day To Trade
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Payment Date
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| Prescient Income Provider Feeder Actively Managed ETF | R0.05 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| EasyETFs CPI + 7 Actively Managed ETF | R0.03 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| EasyETFs Balanced Actively Managed ETF | R0.20 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| EasyETFs CPI + 3 Actively Managed ETF | R0.07 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| EasyETFs CPI + 5 Actively Managed ETF | R0.03 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| Cartesian EasyETFs Balanced Actively Managed ETF | R0.05 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| Northam Holdings Limited | R10.00 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| Truworths International Limited | R1.53 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| Capitec Limited (Preference Shares) | R4.36 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| South32 Limited | $0.05 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| Transpaco Limited | R1.80 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| Mpact Limited | R0.15 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| Blu Label Unlimited Group Limited | R0.10 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| ABSA Group Limited | R8.50 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| Thungela Resources Limited | R5.50 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| Sibanye Stillwater Limited | R2.01 | 15-Sep-26 | 21-Sep-26 | |
| Compagnie Financière Richemont SA | R85.23 (R65.41 Ordinary and R19.82 Special) | 15-Sep-26 | 28-Sep-26 | |
| Service Stream Limited | AU$0.03 | 15-Sep-26 | 02-Oct-26 | |
| Imdex Limited | AU$0.01 | 15-Sep-26 | 01-Oct-26 | |
| Capricorn Metals Ltd | AU$0.05 | 15-Sep-26 | 09-Oct-26 | |
| Aurelia Metals Ltd | AU$0.01 | 15-Sep-26 | 08-Oct-26 | |
| Inghams Group Ltd | AU$0.06 | 15-Sep-26 | 12-Oct-26 | |
| South32 Ltd | $0.05 | 16-Sep-26 | 15-Oct-26 | |
| Flight Centre Travel Group Limited | AU$0.30 | 16-Sep-26 | 16-Oct-26 | |
| West African Resources Limited | AU$0.20 | 16-Sep-26 | 07-Oct-26 | |
| Macmahon Holdings Ltd | AU$0.01 | 17-Sep-26 | 12-Oct-26 | |
| Cochlear Ltd | AU$1.30 | 18-Sep-26 | 14-Oct-26 | |
| St Barbara Limited | AU$0.05 | 22-Sep-26 | 16-Oct-26 | |
| Intercontinental Exchange Inc | $0.52 | 15-Sep-26 | 30-Sep-26 | |
| Motorola Solutions Inc | $1.21 | 15-Sep-26 | 15-Oct-26 | |
| American International Group Inc | $0.50 | 15-Sep-26 | 30-Sep-26 | |
| NXP Semiconductors N.V. | $1.01 | 15-Sep-26 | 08-Oct-26 | |
| HCA Healthcare Inc | $0.78 | 15-Sep-26 | 30-Sep-26 | |
| Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited | $1.11 | 15-Sep-26 | 08-Oct-26 | |
| Prologis Inc | $1.07 | 15-Sep-26 | 30-Sep-26 | |
| Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company | $0.14 | 16-Sep-26 | 16-Oct-26 | |
| Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd | $1.50 | 16-Sep-26 | 08-Oct-26 | |
| Salesforce Inc | $0.44 | 16-Sep-26 | 08-Oct-26 | |
| Frontline plc | $3.41 ($2.61 Ordinary and $0.80 Special) | 17-Sep-26 | 28-Sep-26 | |
| International Flavors & Fragrances Inc | $0.40 | 17-Sep-26 | 09-Oct-26 | |
| Sibanye Stillwater Limited | $0.49 | 17-Sep-26 | 06-Oct-26 | |
| Broadcom Inc | $0.65 | 18-Sep-26 | 30-Sep-26 | |
| Bruker Corp | $0.05 | 18-Sep-26 | 07-Oct-26 | |
| Johnson Controls International PLC | $0.40 | 18-Sep-26 | 16-Oct-26 | |
| Vistra Energy Corp | $0.23 | 18-Sep-26 | 30-Sep-26 | |
| Gladstone Investment Corporation | $0.08 | 18-Sep-26 | 30-Sep-26 | |
| Main Street Capital Corporation | $0.30 | 18-Sep-26 | 28-Sep-26 | |
| Gladstone Land Corp | $0.04 | 18-Sep-26 | 30-Sep-26 | |
| Lamar Advertising Company | $1.65 | 18-Sep-26 | 30-Sep-26 | |
| Amphenol Corporation | $0.12 | 21-Sep-26 | 14-Oct-26 | |
| Super Group (SGHC) Limited | $0.05 | 21-Sep-26 | 30-Sep-26 | |
| Logitech international S.A. | $1.68 | 21-Sep-26 | 23-Sep-26 | |
| STMicroelectronics NV | $0.09 | 21-Sep-26 | 29-Sep-26 | |
| Unite Group PLC | £0.12 | 16-Sep-26 | 30-Oct-26 |
There are currently no expected dividends for the selected market.
Dividends
Dividends are cash payments companies make to shareholders from profits and funds available for distribution, providing passive income for investors. This list is updated weekly.
Filter By Market:
Last Updated: 08:54 / 14-09-2026
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Prescient Income Provider Feeder Actively Managed ETF
per share
Dividend Payment
R0.05
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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EasyETFs CPI + 7 Actively Managed ETF
per share
Dividend Payment
R0.03
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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EasyETFs Balanced Actively Managed ETF
per share
Dividend Payment
R0.20
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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EasyETFs CPI + 3 Actively Managed ETF
per share
Dividend Payment
R0.07
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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EasyETFs CPI + 5 Actively Managed ETF
per share
Dividend Payment
R0.03
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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Cartesian EasyETFs Balanced Actively Managed ETF
per share
Dividend Payment
R0.05
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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Northam Holdings Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
R10.00
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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Truworths International Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
R1.53
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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Capitec Limited (Preference Shares)
per share
Dividend Payment
R4.36
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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South32 Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.05
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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Transpaco Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
R1.80
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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Mpact Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
R0.15
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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Blu Label Unlimited Group Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
R0.10
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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ABSA Group Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
R8.50
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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Thungela Resources Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
R5.50
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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Sibanye Stillwater Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
R2.01
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
21-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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Compagnie Financière Richemont SA
per share
Dividend Payment
R85.23 (R65.41 Ordinary and R19.82 Special)
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
28-Sep-26
Market
ZAR
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Service Stream Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
AU$0.03
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
02-Oct-26
Market
AUD
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Imdex Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
AU$0.01
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
01-Oct-26
Market
AUD
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Capricorn Metals Ltd
per share
Dividend Payment
AU$0.05
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
09-Oct-26
Market
AUD
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Aurelia Metals Ltd
per share
Dividend Payment
AU$0.01
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
08-Oct-26
Market
AUD
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Inghams Group Ltd
per share
Dividend Payment
AU$0.06
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
12-Oct-26
Market
AUD
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South32 Ltd
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.05
Last Day To Trade
16-Sep-26
Payment Date
15-Oct-26
Market
AUD
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Flight Centre Travel Group Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
AU$0.30
Last Day To Trade
16-Sep-26
Payment Date
16-Oct-26
Market
AUD
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West African Resources Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
AU$0.20
Last Day To Trade
16-Sep-26
Payment Date
07-Oct-26
Market
AUD
-
Macmahon Holdings Ltd
per share
Dividend Payment
AU$0.01
Last Day To Trade
17-Sep-26
Payment Date
12-Oct-26
Market
AUD
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Cochlear Ltd
per share
Dividend Payment
AU$1.30
Last Day To Trade
18-Sep-26
Payment Date
14-Oct-26
Market
AUD
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St Barbara Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
AU$0.05
Last Day To Trade
22-Sep-26
Payment Date
16-Oct-26
Market
AUD
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Intercontinental Exchange Inc
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.52
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
30-Sep-26
Market
US
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Motorola Solutions Inc
per share
Dividend Payment
$1.21
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
15-Oct-26
Market
US
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American International Group Inc
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.50
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
30-Sep-26
Market
US
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NXP Semiconductors N.V.
per share
Dividend Payment
$1.01
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
08-Oct-26
Market
US
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HCA Healthcare Inc
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.78
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
30-Sep-26
Market
US
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Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
$1.11
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
08-Oct-26
Market
US
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Prologis Inc
per share
Dividend Payment
$1.07
Last Day To Trade
15-Sep-26
Payment Date
30-Sep-26
Market
US
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Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.14
Last Day To Trade
16-Sep-26
Payment Date
16-Oct-26
Market
US
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Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd
per share
Dividend Payment
$1.50
Last Day To Trade
16-Sep-26
Payment Date
08-Oct-26
Market
US
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Salesforce Inc
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.44
Last Day To Trade
16-Sep-26
Payment Date
08-Oct-26
Market
US
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Frontline plc
per share
Dividend Payment
$3.41 ($2.61 Ordinary and $0.80 Special)
Last Day To Trade
17-Sep-26
Payment Date
28-Sep-26
Market
US
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International Flavors & Fragrances Inc
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.40
Last Day To Trade
17-Sep-26
Payment Date
09-Oct-26
Market
US
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Sibanye Stillwater Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.49
Last Day To Trade
17-Sep-26
Payment Date
06-Oct-26
Market
US
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Broadcom Inc
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.65
Last Day To Trade
18-Sep-26
Payment Date
30-Sep-26
Market
US
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Bruker Corp
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.05
Last Day To Trade
18-Sep-26
Payment Date
07-Oct-26
Market
US
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Johnson Controls International PLC
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.40
Last Day To Trade
18-Sep-26
Payment Date
16-Oct-26
Market
US
-
Vistra Energy Corp
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.23
Last Day To Trade
18-Sep-26
Payment Date
30-Sep-26
Market
US
-
Gladstone Investment Corporation
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.08
Last Day To Trade
18-Sep-26
Payment Date
30-Sep-26
Market
US
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Main Street Capital Corporation
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.30
Last Day To Trade
18-Sep-26
Payment Date
28-Sep-26
Market
US
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Gladstone Land Corp
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.04
Last Day To Trade
18-Sep-26
Payment Date
30-Sep-26
Market
US
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Lamar Advertising Company
per share
Dividend Payment
$1.65
Last Day To Trade
18-Sep-26
Payment Date
30-Sep-26
Market
US
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Amphenol Corporation
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.12
Last Day To Trade
21-Sep-26
Payment Date
14-Oct-26
Market
US
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Super Group (SGHC) Limited
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.05
Last Day To Trade
21-Sep-26
Payment Date
30-Sep-26
Market
US
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Logitech international S.A.
per share
Dividend Payment
$1.68
Last Day To Trade
21-Sep-26
Payment Date
23-Sep-26
Market
US
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STMicroelectronics NV
per share
Dividend Payment
$0.09
Last Day To Trade
21-Sep-26
Payment Date
29-Sep-26
Market
US
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Unite Group PLC
per share
Dividend Payment
£0.12
Last Day To Trade
16-Sep-26
Payment Date
30-Oct-26
Market
UK
There are currently no expected dividends for the selected market.
2026 Dividends Expectations
Top 5 Most Held Dividend-Paying Stocks
This list shows the five most-held dividend-paying stocks on the EasyEquities platform. Stocks that do not currently pay dividends are excluded even if they rank among the most-held shares.
Last Updated: 9/2/26
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Popularity
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Company
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Last Dividend
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Upcoming Dividends
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| 1 |
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May-26 | Oct | |
| 2 |
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Jun-26 | Sept-Dec- Mar 2027 | |
| 3 |
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Jul-26 | Oct-Feb-Apr 2027 | |
| 4 |
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Apr-26 | Aug | |
| 5 |
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Sep-26 | Mar-27 |
No dividends for the selected period
The most held stocks referenced are based on holdings within a specified EasyEquities wallet [ZAR/USD/GBP/AUD/EUR] as of 02 september 2026 and include only companies that have paid dividends in at least the last five (5) years. Ranking is based on overall investor NAV invested in the stocks and not specifically on dividend yield or any other performance metric. Dividend payout information presented is based on historical distributions and past company behaviour, and may vary depending on each company's dividend policy. Dividend history data on the company website, including historical dividend payouts, is sourced from the company itself and is subject to the accuracy and availability of such data. Payout months indicated are indicative and based on the most recent last date to trade; actual payment dates may differ. Dividends received may be subject to applicable withholding taxes or other deductions in accordance with prevailing tax legislation. All figures are for illustrative purposes only and do not guarantee future dividends, which remain subject to company performance, board decisions, and market conditions. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or investment advice. Past dividend payments are not indicative of future returns. This list is current as of 02 September 2026 and may be updated periodically; readers should verify the most recent information before making any investment decisions.
2026 Dividends Expectations
Top 5 Most Held Dividend-Paying Stocks
This list shows the five most-held dividend-paying stocks on the EasyEquities platform. Stocks that do not currently pay dividends are excluded even if they rank among the most-held shares.
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Capitec Bank Holdings Ltd
Last Dividend
May-26
Upcoming Dividends
Oct
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NVIDIA
Last Dividend
Jun-26
Upcoming Dividends
Sept-Dec- Mar 2027
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ASML Holding NV
Last Dividend
Jul-26
Upcoming Dividends
Oct-Feb-Apr 2027
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Rolls-Royce Holdings PLC
Last Dividend
Apr-26
Upcoming Dividends
Aug
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Woodside Energy Group Ltd
Last Dividend
Sep-26
Upcoming Dividends
Mar-27
No dividends for the selected period
The most held stocks referenced are based on holdings within a specified EasyEquities wallet [ZAR/USD/GBP/AUD/EUR] as of 02 september 2026 and include only companies that have paid dividends in at least the last five (5) years. Ranking is based on overall investor NAV invested in the stocks and not specifically on dividend yield or any other performance metric. Dividend payout information presented is based on historical distributions and past company behaviour, and may vary depending on each company's dividend policy. Dividend history data on the company website, including historical dividend payouts, is sourced from the company itself and is subject to the accuracy and availability of such data. Payout months indicated are indicative and based on the most recent last date to trade; actual payment dates may differ. Dividends received may be subject to applicable withholding taxes or other deductions in accordance with prevailing tax legislation. All figures are for illustrative purposes only and do not guarantee future dividends, which remain subject to company performance, board decisions, and market conditions. This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, tax, or investment advice. Past dividend payments are not indicative of future returns. This list is current as of 02 September 2026 and may be updated periodically; readers should verify the most recent information before making any investment decisions.
Upcoming
Non-Elective Events
Non-elective corporate actions are mandatory company events such as spin-offs, stock splits and delistings that automatically affect shareholders. No investor action is required.
Last Updated: 9/14/26
| Company | Event | Last Date to Trade | Event Explaination | |
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Scheme of Arrangement
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15-Sep-26
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Balwin Properties is set to be acquired by Bidco for R4.35 per share, after which its shares will delist from the JSE and A2X and be removed from the EasyEquities platform.
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No upcoming events for the selected period.
Disclaimer: Corporate actions mentioned are subject to change, delay, or cancellation and may not be finalised. The information provided is for general and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. EasyEquities is not liable for any decisions or losses arising from its use. All investments carry risk, including potential loss of capital, and investors should conduct their own research or seek professional advice before investing.
Upcoming
Non-Elective Events
Non-elective corporate actions are mandatory company events such as spin-offs, stock splits and delistings that automatically affect shareholders. No investor action is required.
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Balwin Properties Limited
Event
Scheme of Arrangement
Last Date to Trade
15-Sep-26
Event Explaination
Balwin Properties is set to be acquired by Bidco for R4.35 per share, after which its shares will delist from the JSE and A2X and be removed from the EasyEquities platform.
No upcoming events for the selected period.
Disclaimer: Corporate actions mentioned are subject to change, delay, or cancellation and may not be finalised. The information provided is for general and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. EasyEquities is not liable for any decisions or losses arising from its use. All investments carry risk, including potential loss of capital, and investors should conduct their own research or seek professional advice before investing.
Upcoming Coupon Payouts
Government Bonds
Government bonds provide predictable income through regular interest payments and capital repayment at maturity.
Last Updated: 5/5/26
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Last Date to trade (2026)
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COUPON
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|---|---|---|---|
| EasyGovBond SAGB R187 | 05 June and 07 December | 10.5% or 5.25% twice a year | |
| EasyGovBond SAGB R188 | 05 June and 07 December | 10.5% or 5.25% twice a year | |
| EasyGovBond SAGB R2030 | 15 January and 15 July | 8% or 4% twice a year | |
| EasyGovBond SAGB R2035 | 12 February and 17 August | 8.875% or 4.4375% twice a year | |
| EasyGovBond SAGB R2040 | 15 January and 15 July | 9% or 4.5% twice a year | |
| EasyGovBond SAGB R2048 | 12 February and 17 August | 8.75% or 4.375% twice a year |
This data is currently not available.
Upcoming Coupon Payouts
Government Bonds
Government bonds provide predictable income through regular interest payments and capital repayment at maturity.
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EasyGovBond SAGB R187
Last Date to trade (2026)
05 June and 07 December
COUPON
10.5% or 5.25% twice a year
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EasyGovBond SAGB R188
Last Date to trade (2026)
05 June and 07 December
COUPON
10.5% or 5.25% twice a year
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EasyGovBond SAGB R2030
Last Date to trade (2026)
15 January and 15 July
COUPON
8% or 4% twice a year
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EasyGovBond SAGB R2035
Last Date to trade (2026)
12 February and 17 August
COUPON
8.875% or 4.4375% twice a year
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EasyGovBond SAGB R2040
Last Date to trade (2026)
15 January and 15 July
COUPON
9% or 4.5% twice a year
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EasyGovBond SAGB R2048
Last Date to trade (2026)
12 February and 17 August
COUPON
8.75% or 4.375% twice a year
This data is currently not available.
Upcoming Interest Payouts
Currency ETNs
Currency-linked ETNs track foreign currencies and collect interest that is paid to investors.
Last Updated: 8/17/26
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Declared Payout
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Last Date to Trade
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Next Payout
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| NewWave GBP | R0.39 | 25-Aug-26 | Feb-27 | |
| NewWave EUR | R0.17 | 25-Aug-26 | Feb-27 | |
| NewWave USD | R0.29 | 25-Aug-26 | Feb-27 |
This data is currently not available.
Any estimates for the timing of the next interest payout are indicative only and rely on the decision of the issuer. Payouts are not guaranteed. The last date to trade referenced does not apply to the next payout period indicated.
Upcoming Interest Payouts
Currency ETNs
Currency-linked ETNs track foreign currencies and collect interest that is paid to investors.
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NewWave GBP
per share
Declared Payout
R0.39
Last Date to Trade
25-Aug-26
Next Payout
Feb-27
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NewWave EUR
per share
Declared Payout
R0.17
Last Date to Trade
25-Aug-26
Next Payout
Feb-27
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NewWave USD
per share
Declared Payout
R0.29
Last Date to Trade
25-Aug-26
Next Payout
Feb-27
This data is currently not available.
Any estimates for the timing of the next interest payout are indicative only and rely on the decision of the issuer. Payouts are not guaranteed. The last date to trade referenced does not apply to the next payout period indicated.
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Browse easy-to-understand guides explaining dividends, bonds, ETNs and other key market events.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do all companies pay dividends?
Whether a company pays dividends depends on its dividend policy, profitability, cash flow, and growth strategy. Some companies choose to reinvest profits instead of paying dividends, which could result in potential capital gains over the long term.
Are dividends the only way companies can reward investors?
Companies can also reward investors by reinvesting profits to grow the business or buying back their own shares through share buybacks, which may increase the share price over time.
How can investors qualify for dividends?
Investors need to own shares on or before the last day to trade to qualify for a dividend. On EasyEquities, both full and fractional shareholders are eligible to receive dividend payments.
What happens to shares on an ex-dividend date?
On the ex-dividend date (the day after the last date to trade), the share price typically adjusts downward by roughly the value of the dividend. Investors who buy on this day do not qualify for the dividend payout, while investors who owned shares on or before this date will qualify for the dividend.
Who qualifies to take part in other events such as spin-offs?
Both full and fractional shareholders who own shares on or before the last day to trade qualify to participate. The final eligibility date is announced once the event is confirmed.
How much dividend tax do I pay on dividends from different countries?
The amount of dividend tax you pay depends on where the dividend originates and whether it is treated as local or foreign tax.
Please note that we credit the gross dividend amount to your account and reflect any withholding tax as a separate debit. In other words, we do not only credit the net amount received - the gross amount and the actual tax deducted are shown separately.
Dividend withholding tax is generally deducted after payment and can vary depending on:
• the country from which the dividend is paid; and
• whether South Africa has a tax treaty in place with that country, and whether you qualify for any reduced withholding rate.
Withholding tax rates typically range between approximately 5% and 30%, depending on the jurisdiction and applicable tax treaty provisions.
United States dividends: US dividends are subject to withholding tax deducted at source. South African residents may be eligible for a reduced withholding rate under the US–South Africa tax treaty, but this reduced rate is generally only applied where the investor has submitted a valid W-8BEN form. The W-8BEN is an IRS document used to certify non-US status and to claim the treaty rate where applicable.
Because withholding tax rates and treaty applications can change, the applicable rate will depend on the rules in force in the country of origin at the time the dividend is paid, and the documentation on record.
What happens when a company delists?
When a company delists, its shares are removed from the stock exchange and can no longer be traded on that market. Trading in the stock may be suspended before the delisting date, either before or after the last day to trade, depending on the reason for the delisting.
Once delisted, the shares are removed from the EasyEquities platform and can no longer be traded there. Investors may still own the shares, but selling or transferring them typically becomes more difficult and may require alternative arrangements outside the platform.
How are interest payouts taxed compared to dividends?
Interest and coupon payouts are generally treated as taxable income and may be subject to income tax based on your personal tax rate, rather than Dividend Withholding Tax (DWT). The exact tax treatment can depend on your individual tax profile. It is advisable to always seek advice from a qualified tax practitioner.
How can I qualify for the coupon and interest payouts?
To qualify for coupon or interest payouts, you must hold the eligible instrument before the last date to trade set by the issuer.
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