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Ecolab Increases Cash Dividend 14%

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Ecolab has announced a 14% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.65 per common share, payable January 15, 2025, to shareholders of record as of December 17, 2024. This marks the company's 33rd consecutive annual dividend increase, bringing the indicated annual cash dividend to $2.60 per share in 2025. The company has maintained cash dividend payments for 88 consecutive years.

Chairman and CEO Christophe Beck attributes this increase to excellent cash flows, robust balance sheet, and strong business momentum. The company projects 12-15% growth in adjusted diluted earnings per share in 2025 and beyond.

Ecolab ha annunciato un AUMENTO DEL 14% del suo dividendo trimestrale in contante a $0,65 per azione ordinaria, che sarà pagabile il 15 gennaio 2025, agli azionisti registrati entro il 17 dicembre 2024. Questo segna il 33° aumento annuale consecutivo del dividendo, portando il dividendo annuale indicato a $2,60 per azione nel 2025. L'azienda ha mantenuto i pagamenti dei dividendi in contante per 88 anni consecutivi.

Il Presidente e CEO Christophe Beck attribuisce questo aumento a flussi di cassa eccellenti, un bilancio solido e un forte slancio aziendale. L'azienda proietta una crescita del 12-15% degli utili per azione diluiti rettificati nel 2025 e oltre.

Ecolab ha anunciado un AUMENTO DEL 14% en su dividendo en efectivo trimestral a $0.65 por acción común, que se pagará el 15 de enero de 2025, a los accionistas registrados a partir del 17 de diciembre de 2024. Esto marca el 33.º aumento anual consecutivo del dividendo, llevando el dividendo en efectivo anual indicado a $2.60 por acción en 2025. La empresa ha mantenido los pagos de dividendos en efectivo durante 88 años consecutivos.

El presidente y CEO Christophe Beck atribuye este aumento a excelentes flujos de efectivo, un balance robusto y un fuerte impulso empresarial. La compañía proyecta un crecimiento del 12-15% en las ganancias por acción diluidas ajustadas en 2025 y más allá.

Ecolab은 분기 현금 배당금을 주당 $0.65로 14% 인상한다고 발표했습니다. 이 배당금은 2025년 1월 15일에 지급되며, 2024년 12월 17일 기준 주주에게 지급됩니다. 이는 회사의 33번째 연속 배당금 증가를 의미하며, 2025년에는 연간 현금 배당금이 주당 $2.60로 증가합니다. 회사는 88년 연속으로 현금 배당금을 유지해왔습니다.

회장 겸 CEO인 Christophe Beck은 이번 인상이 뛰어난 현금 흐름, 견고한 재무 상태, 강력한 비즈니스 모멘텀에 기인한다고 말했습니다. 회사는 2025년 이후 조정된 희석 주당 순이익이 12-15% 성장할 것으로 예상하고 있습니다.

Ecolab a annoncé une augmentation de 14% de son dividende trimestriel en espèces à 0,65 $ par action ordinaire, payable le 15 janvier 2025, aux actionnaires inscrits au 17 décembre 2024. Cela marque la 33e augmentation annuelle consécutive du dividende de l'entreprise, portant le dividende annuel en espèces indiqué à 2,60 $ par action en 2025. L'entreprise a maintenu les paiements de dividendes en espèces pendant 88 années consécutives.

Le président-directeur général Christophe Beck attribue cette augmentation à d'excellents flux de trésorerie, un bilan solide et un fort élan commercial. L'entreprise prévoit une croissance de 12 à 15 % des bénéfices par action ajustés dilués en 2025 et au-delà.

Ecolab hat eine 14%ige Erhöhung seiner vierteljährlichen Bardividende auf $0,65 pro Stammaktie bekannt gegeben, die am 15. Januar 2025 an die Aktionäre ausgezahlt wird, die am 17. Dezember 2024 als Aktionäre registriert sind. Dies markiert die 33. jährliche Dividendensteigerung in Folge des Unternehmens und bringt die ausgeschüttete jährliche Bardividende auf $2,60 pro Aktie im Jahr 2025. Das Unternehmen hat die Auszahlung von Bardividenden 88 Jahre in Folge aufrechterhalten.

Der Vorsitzende und CEO Christophe Beck führt diese Erhöhung auf hervorragende Cashflows, eine starke Bilanz und einen robusten geschäftlichen Schwung zurück. Das Unternehmen rechnet mit einem Wachstum von 12-15% beim bereinigten verwässerten Gewinn pro Aktie im Jahr 2025 und darüber hinaus.

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  • 14% increase in quarterly dividend to $0.65 per share
  • 33 consecutive years of dividend increases
  • 88-year track record of consistent dividend payments
  • Projected 12-15% growth in adjusted diluted EPS for 2025
  • Strong cash flows and robust balance sheet reported
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33rd Consecutive Annual Cash Dividend Increase

ST. PAUL, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The board of directors of Ecolab Inc. today declared a 14% increase in the company’s quarterly cash dividend to $0.65 per common share, to be paid January 15, 2025, to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 17, 2024. This increase results in a new indicated annual cash dividend of $2.60 per share in 2025 and represents Ecolab’s 33rd consecutive annual dividend rate increase.

Ecolab has paid cash dividends on its common stock for 88 consecutive years.

Commenting on the increase, Christophe Beck, Ecolab’s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer said, “The double-digit growth in Ecolab’s cash dividend reflects our excellent cash flows, robust balance sheet, and strong business momentum heading into 2025. We see our world of opportunities continue to expand, and we remain committed to generating superior shareholder returns as we look to deliver 12-15% growth in adjusted diluted earnings per share in 2025 and beyond.”

About Ecolab

A trusted partner for millions of customers, Ecolab (NYSE:ECL) is a global sustainability leader offering water, hygiene and infection prevention solutions and services that protect people and the resources vital to life. Building on a century of innovation, Ecolab has annual sales of $15 billion, employs more than 46,000 associates and operates in more than 170 countries around the world. The company delivers comprehensive science-based solutions, data-driven insights and world-class service to advance food safety, maintain clean and safe environments, and optimize water and energy use. Ecolab’s innovative solutions improve operational efficiencies and sustainability for customers in the food, healthcare, life sciences, hospitality and industrial markets. www.ecolab.com

Follow us on LinkedIn @Ecolab, Instagram @Ecolab_Inc and Facebook @Ecolab.

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Source: Ecolab Inc.

FAQ

What is Ecolab's (ECL) new quarterly dividend amount for 2025?

Ecolab's new quarterly dividend is $0.65 per common share, representing a 14% increase.

When will Ecolab (ECL) pay its next dividend?

Ecolab will pay its next dividend on January 15, 2025, to shareholders of record as of December 17, 2024.

What is Ecolab's (ECL) projected annual dividend for 2025?

Ecolab's new indicated annual cash dividend for 2025 will be $2.60 per share.

How many consecutive years has Ecolab (ECL) increased its dividend?

Ecolab has increased its dividend for 33 consecutive years.

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