ePlus (PLUS) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share, marking its first cash dividend in nearly a decade. The ex-dividend date is set for Aug 26, 2025, while the record date is Aug 26, 2025, and the dividend will be paid on Sep 17, 2025. The announcement was made on Aug 7, 2025, and the dividend amount is significantly lower than the average of the last 10 dividend payments, which stood at $2.50 per share. The last time the company distributed a cash dividend was Dec 26, 2012, when it paid $2.50 per share. This latest move reflects a more modest payout but signals a return to dividend policy after a long hiatus.
Recent news surrounding
has been mixed but largely positive, with several key updates emerging over the past week. First, ePlus reported strong results for its fiscal first quarter, with revenue reaching $637.32 million, representing a 17.04% year-over-year increase and surpassing analyst expectations by $120.62 million. The earnings per share (EPS) also outperformed forecasts, reinforcing confidence in the company’s operational strength. Shortly after the earnings release, shares were purchased by American Century Companies Inc., which increased its stake in the firm, indicating growing institutional interest.
Over the past few days, optimism around the stock has been fueled by broader market trends and expectations of a Federal Reserve rate cut. As a result, ePlus shares rose 4% on Aug 21, 2025, closing at $73.70. However, technical indicators have also shown signs of bearish momentum, with the 15-minute chart signaling a KDJ Death Cross and
Bands narrowing. These patterns suggest potential downward pressure in the near term, despite the recent gains. Additionally, EntryPoint Capital LLC recently boosted its holdings in ePlus by 88.3%, signaling renewed confidence from key investors.
In conclusion, ePlus has returned to a dividend-paying framework with a modest $0.25 per share payout, though this is far below its historical averages. Investors should note that Aug 26, 2025, is the ex-dividend date, meaning only those who own the stock before this date will receive the dividend. Any purchase made on or after Aug 26, 2025, will not be eligible to participate in the distribution. With recent earnings and institutional activity showing a positive trend, the stock appears to be in a period of transition, though technical indicators suggest caution in the near term.
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