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Originally Posted by ilovebacon
If I am looking on the long run and hold onto it. Will I receive dividend for the next payout?
Sorry to steal your thread, tiger.
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Most companies distribute quarterly and some annually. As long as you're holding it long term, you'll get your dividend.
Do note that nothing's guaranteed in life. During downturns like now, it's not unheard of for businesses to reduce or completely remove a dividend if business outlook has changed. Also realize that if a $10 stock has a $1, dividend, your $10 stock immediately becomes a $9 stock the day after ex-div. It's just a matter of whether you want that $1 to be in their hands or yours. Your net worth has not changed just because you received a dividend.