WAM Leaders announces fully franked interim dividend for 2026

WAM Leaders has announced a fully franked interim dividend of 4.8 cents per share for the half year to 31 December 2025.

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Published February 13, 9:29 am AEDT

The WAM Leaders Ltd (ASX: WLE) share price is in focus today following the company's announcement of a fully franked interim dividend of 4.8 cents per share for the six months to 31 December 2025.

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What did WAM Leaders report?

Interim fully franked dividend of 4.8 cents per share
Dividend relates to the period ending 31 December 2025
Record date: 16 April 2026; Ex-dividend date: 15 April 2026
Payment date: 30 April 2026
Dividend Reinvestment Plan (DRP) available with no discount

What else do investors need to know?

The declared dividend will be paid entirely in Australian dollars, with a franking credit of 30% attached. Shareholders who wish to participate in the company's DRP must submit their election by 5pm on 20 April 2026. Those who do not elect to reinvest will receive their dividend as a cash payment.

The DRP price will be based on the volume weighted average market price (VWAP) of WAM Leaders shares traded on the ASX over the four trading days commencing on the ex-dividend date.

What's next for WAM Leaders?

Shareholders can look forward to receiving their dividend at the end of April 2026. Eligible investors may choose between cash dividends or reinvesting via the DRP, depending on their individual investment strategies and goals.

WAM Leaders Limited's continued commitment to fully franked dividends may appeal to income-focused investors, particularly those seeking reliable distributions in the listed investment company sector.

WAM Leaders share price snapshot

Over the past 12 months, WAM Leaders shares have risen 6%, which is in line with the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO).

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