Ship Healthcare Holdings (TYO:3360) raised its year-end dividend forecast to 58 yen per share from a previously expected 53 yen, according to a Friday filing on the Tokyo Stock Exchange.
The healthcare services provider plans to distribute a total annual dividend of 58 yen, up from 50 yen last year.
The company cited its policy of maintaining a payout ratio of at least 30% while supporting business growth and strengthening management foundations.