MetaTrader 5 and dividents

 

Hi,


I notice that my AT&T dividend are credited to my MetaTrader 5 account on ex-div date, and not on payment date. Is this normal? I don't have much experience, so I apologize if the question is too silly.


Regards,
Georgi

 
Georgi Chh:

Hi,


I notice that my AT&T dividend are credited to my MetaTrader 5 account on ex-div date, and not on payment date. Is this normal? I don't have much experience, so I apologize if the question is too silly.


Regards,
Georgi

Yes, it is normal. The share price will drop by the dividend amount at the ex dividend date, because anyone buying after will not receive the dividend.