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Zoetis Declares First Quarter 2025 Dividend; Board Approves 16% Payment Increase

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Zoetis Inc. (NYSE:ZTS) has announced a 16% increase in its quarterly dividend payment for the first quarter of 2025. The new dividend of $0.50 per share will be paid on March 4, 2025, to shareholders of record as of January 21, 2025. CFO Wetteny Joseph attributed the increase to the company's strong performance, driven by their diverse, science-driven portfolio and differentiated execution, reaffirming their commitment to returning excess capital to shareholders.

Zoetis Inc. (NYSE:ZTS) ha annunciato un aumento del 16% nel suo pagamento di dividendi trimestrali per il primo trimestre del 2025. Il nuovo dividendo di $0,50 per azione sarà pagato il 4 marzo 2025 agli azionisti registrati al 21 gennaio 2025. Il CFO Wetteny Joseph ha attribuito l'aumento alle solide performance dell'azienda, supportate da un portafoglio diversificato e basato sulla scienza, oltre a un'esecuzione differenziata, riaffermando il loro impegno a restituire capitale in eccesso agli azionisti.

Zoetis Inc. (NYSE:ZTS) ha anunciado un aumento del 16% en su pago de dividendos trimestrales para el primer trimestre de 2025. El nuevo dividendo de $0.50 por acción se pagará el 4 de marzo de 2025 a los accionistas registrados hasta el 21 de enero de 2025. El CFO Wetteny Joseph atribuyó el aumento al sólido desempeño de la empresa, impulsado por su cartera diversa impulsada por la ciencia y una ejecución diferenciada, reafirmando su compromiso de devolver capital excedente a los accionistas.

Zoetis Inc. (NYSE:ZTS)는 2025년 1분기 분기 배당금을 16% 인상했다고 발표했습니다. 새로운 배당금은 주당 $0.50로, 2025년 3월 4일에 2025년 1월 21일 기준 주주에게 지급될 예정입니다. CFO Wetteny Joseph는 이 인상을 회사의 강력한 성과에 기인한다고 설명하며, 그들의 다양한 과학 기반 포트폴리오와 차별화된 실행력이 이를 뒷받침한다고 강조하며 주주에게 과잉 자본을 환원하겠다는 의지를 재확인했습니다.

Zoetis Inc. (NYSE:ZTS) a annoncé une augmentation de 16% de son paiement de dividende trimestriel pour le premier trimestre de 2025. Le nouveau dividende de 0,50 $ par action sera versé le 4 mars 2025 aux actionnaires enregistrés jusqu'au 21 janvier 2025. Le directeur financier Wetteny Joseph a attribué cette augmentation à la forte performance de l'entreprise, soutenue par un portefeuille diversifié et axé sur la science ainsi qu'une exécution différenciée, réaffirmant son engagement à restituer du capital excédentaire aux actionnaires.

Zoetis Inc. (NYSE:ZTS) hat eine 16%ige Erhöhung der vierteljährlichen Dividende für das erste Quartal 2025 angekündigt. Die neue Dividende von 0,50 $ pro Aktie wird am 4. März 2025 an Aktionäre ausgezahlt, die am 21. Januar 2025 im Aktienregister stehen. CFO Wetteny Joseph führte die Erhöhung auf die starke Leistung des Unternehmens zurück, die durch ihr vielfältiges, wissenschaftlich fundiertes Portfolio und eine differenzierte Umsetzung getragen wird, und bekräftigte ihr Engagement, überschüssiges Kapital an die Aktionäre zurückzugeben.

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  • 16% increase in quarterly dividend to $0.50 per share
  • Strong company performance reported by management
  • Commitment to returning excess capital to shareholders
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The 16% dividend increase to $0.50 per share signals strong confidence in Zoetis' financial health and cash flow generation capabilities. This raise outpaces the average dividend growth rate in the healthcare sector, reflecting the company's robust market position in animal health. The new annual dividend implies a forward yield of approximately 1.0% at current stock prices. While the yield itself is modest, the consistent dividend growth trajectory and payout ratio sustainability demonstrate management's commitment to shareholder returns while maintaining flexibility for R&D investments and potential acquisitions. This balanced capital allocation approach aligns well with the company's long-term growth strategy in the expanding animal health market.

PARSIPPANY, N.J.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Board of Directors of Zoetis Inc. (NYSE:ZTS) has declared a dividend of $0.50 per share for the first quarter of 2025, an increase of 16% from the quarterly dividend rate paid in 2024. The dividend will be paid on Tuesday, March 4, 2025, to all holders of record of the Company’s common stock as of the close of business on Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

“Zoetis’ performance has been strong this year, driven by our diverse, science-driven portfolio and our differentiated execution,” said Wetteny Joseph, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer at Zoetis. “I am pleased to announce that we are increasing our dividend in 2025, consistent with our commitment to returning excess capital to shareholders.”

About Zoetis

As the world’s leading animal health company, Zoetis is driven by a singular purpose: to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals. After innovating ways to predict, prevent, detect, and treat animal illness for more than 70 years, Zoetis continues to stand by those raising and caring for animals worldwide – from veterinarians and pet owners to livestock farmers and ranchers. The company’s leading portfolio and pipeline of medicines, vaccines, diagnostics and technologies make a difference in over 100 countries. A Fortune 500 company, Zoetis generated revenue of $8.5 billion in 2023 with approximately 14,100 employees. For more information, visit www.zoetis.com.

DISCLOSURE NOTICES

Forward-Looking Statements: This press release contains forward-looking statements, which reflect the current views of Zoetis with respect to business plans or prospects, future operating or financial performance, future use of cash and dividend payments, and other future events. These statements are not guarantees of future performance or actions. Forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties. If one or more of these risks or uncertainties materialize, or if management's underlying assumptions prove to be incorrect, actual results may differ materially from those contemplated by a forward-looking statement. Forward-looking statements speak only as of the date on which they are made. Zoetis expressly disclaims any obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. A further list and description of risks, uncertainties and other matters can be found in our most recent Annual Report on Form 10-K, including in the sections thereof captioned “Forward-Looking Statements and Factors That May Affect Future Results” and “Item 1A. Risk Factors,” in our Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q and in our Current Reports on Form 8-K. These filings and subsequent filings are available online at www.sec.gov , www.zoetis.com , or on request from Zoetis.

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Media Contacts:

Jennifer Albano

1-973-945-4333 (o)

jennifer.albano@zoetis.com



Laura Panza

1-973-975-5176 (o)

laura.panza@zoetis.com



Investor Contacts:

Steve Frank

1-973-822-7141 (o)

steve.frank@zoetis.com



Nick Soonthornchai

1-973-443-2792 (o)

nick.soonthornchai@zoetis.com

Source: Zoetis Inc.

FAQ

What is Zoetis' new quarterly dividend amount for Q1 2025?

Zoetis' new quarterly dividend amount for Q1 2025 is $0.50 per share, representing a 16% increase from 2024.

When will Zoetis (ZTS) pay its Q1 2025 dividend?

Zoetis will pay its Q1 2025 dividend on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

What is the record date for Zoetis' Q1 2025 dividend?

The record date for Zoetis' Q1 2025 dividend is Tuesday, January 21, 2025.

How much did Zoetis increase its dividend payment for 2025?

Zoetis increased its quarterly dividend payment by 16% for 2025 compared to 2024.

What factors contributed to Zoetis' dividend increase in 2025?

According to Zoetis' CFO, the dividend increase was supported by strong company performance, driven by their diverse, science-driven portfolio and differentiated execution.

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