Bentley Capital Limited Dividend History | Yield & Payout Insights

For Bentley Capital Limited (BEL), the latest fiscal-year data shows a dividend yield of 6.54% and a payout ratio of -15.18%. Together, these metrics help you judge how much earnings are returned as dividends and whether the payout looks supported. Review the FY summary and payout history tables below to see the trend over time.

Dividend Performance Chart

Dividend Summary (FY)

14 years
Metric (FY)20182017201620152014201120102009200720062002200120001999
Dividends per share (FY)$0.02$0.02$0.02$0.02$0.02$0.06$0.03$0.02$0.03$0.02$0.08$0.12$0.25$0.08
Dividend yield (FY) %6.54%10.23%8.56%6.46%10.04%58.90%8.19%8.32%1.98%4.10%8.24%9.23%15.00%6.35%
Payout ratio (FY) %-15.18%-40.12%-17.63%124.61%-363.16%-319.29%226.99%42.37%-7.40%46.99%-34.11%-33.82%-114.39%22.37%

Dividend Payout History

27 payments
Pay DateEx-DateRecord DateAmount
2018-07-20July 12, 182018-07-13$0.01
2018-01-25January 11, 182018-01-12$0.01
2017-08-31August 16, 172017-08-17$0.01
2017-03-31March 23, 172017-03-24$0.01
2016-09-29September 21, 162016-09-22$0.01
N/AMarch 09, 16N/A$0.01
2015-09-25September 09, 152015-09-11$0.01
2015-03-20March 10, 152015-03-13$0.01
2014-09-26September 10, 142014-09-12$0.01
2014-03-21March 06, 142014-03-14$0.01
2011-10-14August 30, 112011-10-12$0.04
N/AMarch 03, 11N/A$0.02
2010-09-30September 16, 102010-09-22$0.01
N/AMarch 01, 10N/A$0.02
N/AOctober 21, 09N/A$0.02
2007-09-28September 18, 072007-09-24$0.01
N/AFebruary 22, 07N/A$0.02
2006-08-31August 23, 062006-08-29$0.01
2006-04-26April 05, 062006-04-11$0.01
2002-10-03September 11, 022002-09-17$0.05
N/AFebruary 25, 02N/A$0.03
2001-10-04September 17, 012001-09-21$0.06
N/AFebruary 18, 01N/A$0.06
N/ASeptember 07, 00N/A$0.19
N/AFebruary 28, 00N/A$0.06
1999-09-29September 08, 991999-09-14$0.05
1999-03-26February 25, 991999-03-05$0.03

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Bentley Capital Limited's current dividend yield and payout ratio?

The dividend yield shows how much Bentley Capital Limited returns to shareholders relative to its stock price, while the payout ratio indicates how much of its earnings are distributed. Monitoring these metrics helps investors evaluate whether the dividend is sustainable and supported by earnings or cash flow.

How has Bentley Capital Limited's dividend changed over the last 5 years?

By reviewing the historical dividend payouts for Bentley Capital Limited, investors can identify trends in growth or cuts. Consistent or rising dividends over time often signal financial stability, while decreasing dividends may indicate potential risks or shifts in business strategy. Use the FY summary and payout history tables to track changes across multiple years.

Is Bentley Capital Limited a high-yield stock compared to its industry peers?

Comparing Bentley Capital Limited's dividend yield with similar companies in the same sector helps gauge relative attractiveness. A higher yield can be appealing for income-focused investors, but it's important to assess sustainability alongside profitability and balance-sheet strength. Use the related peers section to benchmark dividend yield and payout characteristics.

Can Bentley Capital Limited maintain its dividend during market downturns?

Analyzing Bentley Capital Limited's liquidity, cash flow, and debt levels provides insight into whether it can sustain dividend payments during economic volatility. Stocks with strong financial health are more likely to maintain consistent dividends even when markets fluctuate. Pair dividend metrics with the FY payout ratio and the multi-year history tables for context.

Should I consider Bentley Capital Limited dividends as part of my long-term investment strategy?

Investors often include Bentley Capital Limited dividends in a long-term portfolio to generate passive income. Assessing dividend yield, payout ratio, growth history, and financial stability helps determine whether the company fits an income-focused or total-return investment strategy. Review the dividend summary and payout history tables to validate consistency over time.