Columbus McKinnon (CMCO) sets $0.07 per share regular quarterly dividend
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8-K
Rhea-AI Filing Summary
Columbus McKinnon Corporation announced that its Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.07 per common share. The dividend is payable on or about May 11, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 1, 2026.
The company notes it has approximately 28.7 million common shares outstanding, giving a sense of the total cash commitment for this dividend. This action continues Columbus McKinnon’s practice of returning cash to shareholders through regular quarterly dividends.
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8-K Event Classification
2 items: 8.01, 9.01
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Item 8.01
Other Events
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Voluntary disclosure of events the company deems important to shareholders but not covered by other items.
Item 9.01
Financial Statements and Exhibits
Exhibits
Financial statements, pro forma financial information, and exhibit attachments filed with this report.
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of
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Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): 3/23/2026
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The Company announced that its Board of Directors declared and approved on March 23, 2026 a dividend of $0.07 per common share. The dividend will be payable on or about May 11, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 1, 2026.
A copy of the press release issued in connection with such action is attached to this Current Report on Form 8-K as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated by reference herein.
| Item 9.01 | FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS. | ||||
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned thereunto duly authorized.
| COLUMBUS McKINNON CORPORATION | |||||
| By: | /s/ Gregory P. Rustowicz | ||||
| Name: | Gregory P. Rustowicz | ||||
| Title: | Executive Vice President - Finance and Chief Financial Officer | ||||
| (Principal Financial Officer) | |||||
Dated: March 23, 2026
Exhibit 99.1
News Release
13320 Ballantyne Corporate Place Suite D
Charlotte, NC 28277
Immediate Release
Columbus McKinnon Declares Quarterly
Dividend of $0.07 per Share
CHARLOTTE, NC, March 23, 2026 - Columbus McKinnon Corporation (Nasdaq: CMCO), a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions for material handling, announced that its Board of Directors has approved payment of a regular quarterly dividend of $0.07 per common share.
The dividend will be payable on or about May 11, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 1, 2026. Columbus McKinnon has approximately 28.7 million shares of common shares outstanding.
About Columbus McKinnon
Columbus McKinnon is a leading worldwide designer, manufacturer and marketer of intelligent motion solutions that move the world forward and improve lives by efficiently and ergonomically moving, lifting, positioning, and securing materials. Key products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations, and digital power and motion control systems. The Company is focused on commercial and industrial applications that require the safety and quality provided by its superior design and engineering know-how. Comprehensive information on Columbus McKinnon is available at www.cmco.com.
| Contacts: | ||
| Kristine Moser | ||
| VP IR and Treasurer | ||
| Columbus McKinnon Corporation | ||
| 704-322-2488 | ||
| kristy.moser@cmco.com | ||
FAQ
What dividend did Columbus McKinnon (CMCO) declare in March 2026?
Columbus McKinnon declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.07 per common share. The Board approved this dividend on March 23, 2026, continuing the company’s practice of returning cash to shareholders through recurring cash payouts on its common stock.
When is the Columbus McKinnon (CMCO) dividend record date and payment date?
The dividend record date is May 1, 2026, and the payment date is on or about May 11, 2026. Shareholders listed as of the close of business on May 1, 2026 will be eligible to receive the cash dividend.
Is the Columbus McKinnon (CMCO) dividend described as regular or special?
The dividend is described as a regular quarterly dividend of $0.07 per common share. This indicates an ongoing, recurring payment rather than a one-time special dividend, suggesting a continued pattern of cash returns to shareholders each quarter.
On which exchange is Columbus McKinnon (CMCO) common stock listed?
Columbus McKinnon’s common stock, with a par value of $0.01 per share, trades on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the trading symbol CMCO. This listing provides liquidity and access for investors in the company’s equity.
What does Columbus McKinnon (CMCO) do as a business?
Columbus McKinnon is a worldwide designer and manufacturer of intelligent motion solutions for material handling. Its products include hoists, crane components, precision conveyor systems, rigging tools, light rail workstations, and digital power and motion control systems for commercial and industrial uses.