European Smaller Companies Trust (ESCT.LSE) Dividend 2026

GBX231
+GBX5+2.21% Friday 00:00
Dividend Yield
2.71%
Dividend amount
GBX2.81
Last ex-date
Jan 29, 2026
Last pay date
Feb 27, 2026

Summary

European Smaller Companies Trust (ESCT.LSE) dividends are paid semi-annual. The latest dividend per share was GBX2.81 with an ex date of January 29, 2026 and a payment date of February 27, 2026. The next dividend per share will be GBX3.45 with an ex date of September 18, 2026 and a payment date of October 08, 2026. The curreny dividend yield of European Smaller Companies Trust (ESCT.LSE) is 2.71%.

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Past

DateAmountChange
GBX6.26
+27.76%
27 Feb 2026
GBX2.81
-18.55%
GBX4.9
+2.08%
08 Oct 2025
GBX3.45
+137.93%
02 May 2025
GBX1.45
-56.72%
GBX4.8
+2.13%
29 Nov 2024
GBX3.35
+131.03%
03 May 2024
GBX1.45
-55.38%
GBX4.7
+8.05%
01 Dec 2023
GBX3.25
+124.14%
28 Apr 2023
GBX1.45
-53.23%
GBX4.35
+39.2%
02 Dec 2022
GBX3.1
+148%
29 Apr 2022
GBX1.25
-40.48%
GBX3.13
+13.64%
03 Dec 2021
GBX2.1
+104.88%
23 Apr 2021
GBX1.03
-42.25%
GBX2.75
-
27 Nov 2020
GBX1.78
+82.05%
17 Apr 2020
GBX0.98
-46.21%
GBX2.75
+15.79%
29 Nov 2019
GBX1.81
+93.33%
12 Apr 2019
GBX0.94
-46.43%
GBX2.38
+31.03%
30 Nov 2018
GBX1.75
+180%
13 Apr 2018
GBX0.63
+66.67%
GBX1.81
+26.09%
30 Nov 2017
GBX0.38
-73.91%
30 Nov 2017
GBX1.44
+360%
GBX1.44
+8.95%
05 Dec 2016
GBX0.31
-72.22%
10Y Growth
18.73%
5Y Growth
14.91%
3Y Growth
10.03%
1Y Growth
27.76%

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FAQ

How much dividend does European Smaller Companies Trust pay?
European Smaller Companies Trust pays an annual dividend of GBX6.26 per share, with a dividend yield of 2.71%.
What is the dividend yield of European Smaller Companies Trust?
The current dividend yield of European Smaller Companies Trust is 2.71%.
When does European Smaller Companies Trust pay dividends?
European Smaller Companies Trust pays dividends semi-annual. The next payment is expected on October 08, 2026.
When is the next dividend from European Smaller Companies Trust?
The next dividend payment from European Smaller Companies Trust is estimated for October 08, 2026.
How safe is the dividend of European Smaller Companies Trust?
European Smaller Companies Trust paid dividend every year within the last 19 years.
What is the dividend of European Smaller Companies Trust?
European Smaller Companies Trust currently pays a dividend of GBX2.81 per share.
When did I have to buy the shares of European Smaller Companies Trust to receive the previous dividend?
To receive the previous dividend from European Smaller Companies Trust, you needed to own the shares before the ex-dividend date of January 29, 2026.
When did European Smaller Companies Trust pay the last dividend?
The last dividend payment from European Smaller Companies Trust was made on February 27, 2026.
What was the dividend of European Smaller Companies Trust in 2025?
In 2025, European Smaller Companies Trust paid a total dividend of GBX4.9 per share.
In which currency does European Smaller Companies Trust distribute the dividend?
European Smaller Companies Trust distributes its dividends in GBX.
Where can I find more information on dividend safety?
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