Explained in plain English
What's a dividend?
When a company makes a profit, it can choose to share some of that money with its shareholders. This payout is called a dividend. Legal & General's decision to increase its interim dividend means shareholders receive more money per share, reflecting the company's strong performance and profitability.
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