In August, European companies like ASML Holding and British American Tobacco are set to pay dividends, a rare occurrence during this month. ASML Holding balances dividend payments with share repurchases, rewarding shareholders through buybacks. British American Tobacco has a growth dividend policy, prioritizing reducing leverage while increasing dividends. Novo Nordisk usually pays a dividend in August, with an interim dividend of 3.50 DKK in 2024. Companies can pay interim dividends before annual general meetings and final dividends after the financial year.

Read more at Morningstar: European and UK Companies That Pay Dividends in August