Johnson Outdoors Announces Cash Dividend Increase
Johnson Outdoors (Nasdaq:JOUT) has announced an increase in its quarterly cash dividend, now set at $0.21 for Class A and $0.191 for Class B shareholders. This decision reflects the company's strong balance sheet and confidence in future business performance, according to CFO David W. Johnson. The dividend will be paid on October 23, 2020, to shareholders on record by October 9, 2020.
- Quarterly cash dividend increased to $0.21 for Class A and $0.191 for Class B shareholders.
- Demonstrates strong confidence in the company's financial performance.
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RACINE, Wisc., Sept. 25, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Johnson Outdoors Inc. (Nasdaq:JOUT), a leading global innovator of outdoor recreation equipment and technology, today announced approval by its Board of Directors of an increased quarterly cash dividend. Class A shareholders will now receive a
“Johnson Outdoors’ balance sheet remains strong, and the dividend increase reflects our confidence in our business performance and strategic plans,” said David W. Johnson, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer.
The quarterly cash dividend is payable on October 23, 2020, to shareholders of record at the close of business on October 9, 2020.
About Johnson Outdoors Inc.
JOHNSON OUTDOORS is a leading global innovator of outdoor recreation equipment and technologies that inspire more people to experience the awe of the great outdoors. The company designs, manufactures and markets a portfolio of winning, consumer-preferred brands across four categories: Watercraft Recreation, Fishing, Diving and Camping. Johnson Outdoors' iconic brands include: Old Town® canoes and kayaks; Ocean Kayak™; Carlisle® paddles; Minn Kota® fishing motors, batteries and anchors; Cannon® downriggers; Humminbird® marine electronics and charts; SCUBAPRO® dive equipment; Jetboil® outdoor cooking systems; and, Eureka!®camping and hiking equipment.
Visit Johnson Outdoors at http://www.johnsonoutdoors.com
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| At Johnson Outdoors Inc. | |
| David Johnson | Patricia Penman |
| VP & Chief Financial Officer | VP – Marketing Services & Global Communications |
| 262-631-6600 | 262-631-6600 |
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