... approximately 50% of its IFRS net profit has been directed towards shareholder payments. For 2024, the dividend amounted to 34.84 rubles per share, providing a double-digit dividend yield at current share prices. Considering the results of 1H2025, dividends are expected to remain at a high level, comparable to or exceeding last year – depending on profit dynamics in 2H2025. This predictability and generosity of payouts to minority shareholders is a significant advantage. With high profitability and a strong capital buffer, Sber is capable of simultaneously reinvesting a significant portion of profits in development and paying substantial sums to shareholders....

... Gazprom's management has approached profit distribution cautiously: after record dividends in 2021, payouts were suspended due to losses. If Gazprom reports at least a slight net profit under RAS by the end of 2025 and liquidity allows, a return to nominal dividend payouts in 2026 cannot be ruled out. However, achieving this requires solidifying the trend of financial improvement. Overall, the second half of 2025 will be a test of the durability of the financial stabilization achieved. Gazprom entered 2025 with ...

... goal is to find stocks that the market undervalues. Growth investors tend to focus on young companies that demonstrate rapid revenue growth. They prefer capital appreciation or consistent growth in the market value of their investments over guaranteed dividend payouts. The key to successful growth investing lies in understanding the life cycle of companies. At the beginning of their journey, new companies can grow very quickly, generating rapid profit increases. At this stage, companies typically reinvest profits ...

... Moscow Exchange offers derivative instruments such as futures and options on Gazprom shares. These instruments allow traders to profit from price fluctuations in shares without purchasing them directly. Dividend Policy Gazprom maintains a long-term dividend policy focused on regular payments to shareholders. Payout size: In recent years, the company has paid out a significant share of its profits in the form of dividends. For example, in 2022, Gazprom paid out record dividends due to high revenues from gas exports. Dividend policy goals: Gazprom aims to provide ...

... considerations. In such cases, income is much more important than working capital. An investor should have the flexibility to exit a project at any time without losing their initial investment. For many, an important criterion is the potential for annual dividend payouts. Many people plan to live and travel during retirement on these dividends. However, the mere presence of dividend payments can indicate poor management. It suggests that the leadership of the company is unable to reinvest profits back into the ...