Thomson Reuters Announces Reverse Stock Split and $1.44 Special Dividend
Thomson Reuters announced in May 2026 a reverse stock split exchanging 0.98456 new shares per old share alongside a $1.44-per-share special dividend, an unusual pairing that reduces share count while returning cash.
Thomson Reuters announced in May 2026 a reverse stock split exchanging each old share for 0.98456 new shares, combined with a $1.44-per-share special dividend. The financial information and services company disclosed both actions simultaneously.
The reverse split reduces outstanding share count by approximately 1.5 percent through the fractional exchange ratio. Shareholders will receive 0.98456 new shares for every old share held, meaning every 100 old shares convert to approximately 98 new shares. The $1.44 special dividend will be paid separately.
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