Complete guide to dividends in New Zealand. Learn how dividends work, explore high-yield NZX stocks, and build your dividend portfolio with imputation credits.
Explore New Zealand's leading dividend-paying companies with real-time data and historical insights. Check our dividend calendar for upcoming ex-dividend dates and payment schedules.
Livestock Improvement Corporation Limited
Spark New Zealand Limited
Fonterra Co-operative Group Limited
Barramundi Limited
Kingfish Limited
Tower Limited
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Master dividends in New Zealand, including how imputation credits work and tax implications for Kiwi investors. Complete guides for beginners and calculators included.
Understanding how imputation credits work with NZ dividend payments - complete guide
When and how NZ companies typically pay their dividends
How to calculate and interpret dividend yields for NZ stocks
Common questions about dividend investing in New Zealand
Imputation credits are tax credits attached to dividends paid by New Zealand companies. They represent the company tax already paid on the profits distributed as dividends, allowing shareholders to claim a credit for this tax.
Learn more about imputation credits →Most New Zealand companies pay dividends twice yearly - an interim dividend (usually March-May) and a final dividend (usually September-November). Some companies also pay quarterly or special dividends.
View the dividend calendar →Dividend yield is calculated by dividing the annual dividend per share by the current share price, then multiplying by 100 to get a percentage. For example, if a stock pays $0.50 annual dividend and trades at $10, the yield is 5%.
Use our dividend calculator →A good dividend yield for NZ stocks typically ranges from 4-8%. Yields above 10% may indicate higher risk, while yields below 3% might not provide sufficient income. Consider the company's dividend sustainability and growth potential.
Browse all NZ dividend stocks →Yes, NZ dividend stocks can provide excellent retirement income, especially with imputation credits reducing tax burden. Focus on companies with consistent dividend payment history and strong financial health.
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