While many business are slashing dividends BD continues to increase their dividend for the 36th continuous year. They also announced a stock repurchase program.
“This marks the 36th consecutive year of BD dividend increases. We continue to generate strong cash flow, allowing us to return significant dollars to our shareholders while continuing to make investments for the future,” said Edward J. Ludwig, BD Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer. “Our strategy of increasing sustainable revenue growth through innovation, complemented by driving operating effectiveness and productivity, is working, and our shareholders continue to benefit.”
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BD Board Declares Dividend Increase and Authorizes Additional Share Repurchases
November 25, 2008
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