As the earnings season winds down, numerous ASX-listed stocks are set to go ex-dividend in the coming week. Some major players, including BHP Group, Rio Tinto, Woolworths, REA Group, and Northern Star Resources, have upcoming ex-dividend dates, meaning investors must hold shares before these dates to qualify for the next dividend payout.

Understanding Ex-Dividend Dates

When a stock goes ex-dividend, it means that new investors who buy shares on or after this date will not be eligible to receive the upcoming dividend payout. Instead, only shareholders who held the stock before this date qualify for the dividend.

Typically, stock prices adjust lower on the ex-dividend date since the value of the dividend is no longer included in the stock price. This happens because the company is distributing part of its cash reserves as dividends. While this price adjustment can provide an opportunity for long-term investors to buy shares at a slightly lower price, those specifically seeking dividends need to purchase shares before the ex-dividend date.

Key ASX Stocks Going Ex-Dividend in Early March

Here are some notable ASX-listed stocks set to go ex-dividend in the first week of March:

• Aurizon Holdings Ltd (ASX: AZJ) – Ex-dividend date: 3 March | Dividend: 9.2 cents | Payout: 26 March
• Rio Tinto Ltd (ASX: RIO) – Ex-dividend date: 6 March | Dividend: $3.536 | Payout: 17 April
• BHP Group Ltd (ASX: BHP) – Ex-dividend date: 6 March | Dividend: 78.5 cents | Payout: 27 March
• Woolworths Group Ltd (ASX: WOW) – Ex-dividend date: 5 March | Dividend: 39 cents | Payout: 23 April
• Northern Star Resources Ltd (ASX: NST) – Ex-dividend date: 5 March | Dividend: 25 cents | Payout: 27 March
• Woodside Energy Group Ltd (ASX: WDS) – Ex-dividend date: 6 March | Dividend: 83.1 cents | Payout: 2 April

Take Advantage of Dividend Opportunities

Investing in dividend-paying stocks can be a great way to build passive income over time. By strategically acquiring shares before their ex-dividend dates, investors can benefit from steady cash flow while holding quality stocks for long-term growth.

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