Armstrong World Industries Declares Increased Cash Dividend for Third Quarter 2020
Armstrong World Industries (AWI) has announced a 5% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.21 per share, effective for the third quarter of 2020. The dividend will be payable on November 19, 2020, with a record date of November 5, 2020. The company is on track to deliver over $200 million in adjusted free cash flow for the year, reflecting strong cash flow performance despite market challenges. Future dividends will depend on the company’s financial position, operations, and cash flow.
- 5% increase in quarterly dividend to $0.21 per share
- On track for over $200 million in adjusted free cash flow for 2020
- Strong balance sheet supports growth and shareholder returns
- Dividends and capital allocation are subject to financial performance which may pose uncertainty
LANCASTER, Pa., Oct. 21, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (NYSE:AWI), a leader in the design, innovation and manufacture of commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions, today announced that its Board of Directors has approved an increase in the company’s regular quarterly cash dividend to a rate of
The company’s Board of Directors also declared the cash dividend for the third quarter of 2020 to be payable on November 19, 2020, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on November 5, 2020.
“Despite market challenges, our strong cash flow performance continues, and we are on track to deliver over
The declaration and payment of future dividends will be at the discretion of the Board of Directors and will be dependent upon, among other things, the company's financial position, results of operations and cash flow.
Uncertainties Affecting Forward-Looking Statements
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About Armstrong
Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (AWI) is a leader in the design and manufacture of innovative commercial and residential ceiling, wall and suspension system solutions in the Americas. With over
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