- Danone (DANOY, Financial) has announced a 2.4% increase in its cash dividend to €2.15 per share for 2025.
- The company's 2025 Shareholders' Meeting saw a participation rate of 72.66% of the total outstanding share capital.
- Danone's global Employee Share Subscription Plan continues, offering a 30% discount on shares to eligible employees across 48 countries.
Danone S.A. (DANOY) successfully held its 2025 Shareholders' Meeting with an impressive 72.66% of the total outstanding share capital represented. The meeting, chaired by Gilles Schnepp, resulted in the approval of all proposed resolutions. Among these approvals was the consolidated financial statement for the fiscal year 2024.
Shareholders agreed to a cash dividend of €2.15 per share, marking a 2.4% increase from the previous year. The dividend's ex-date is May 5, 2025, with payment scheduled for May 7, 2025. The meeting also confirmed the renewal of terms for CEO Antoine de Saint-Affrique and independent directors Patrice Louvet, Géraldine Picaud, and Susan Roberts.
In line with its strategic plan to promote employee involvement, Danone continues its global Employee Share Subscription Plan. This initiative allows eligible international employees to subscribe to new shares at a 30% discount from the reference price, covering approximately 85% of its workforce across 48 countries.
The meeting provided a platform for Danone to highlight its strategies, development perspectives, and its progress on sustainability goals as part of its long-term "Renew" strategy. These developments aim to enhance growth, competitiveness, and value creation. With a diverse product portfolio and a global market presence, Danone remains a key player in the food and beverage sector.
