Global dividends hit record high despite UK drop off Investing Global dividends hit a record third quarter high in 2024 after rising to $431.1bn (£340.7bn), despite a sharp drop off in UK payouts. Globally, 9 companies in ten (88 per cent) increased their dividends or held them flat, but UK dividends fell seven per cent to $25.8bn (£20.4bn) thanks in large part to mining sector [...]
SSE profit and earnings per share drop despite Dogger Bank launch energy Scottish Energy giant SSE saw its operating profit and earnings per share fall within its guidance in its full year results.