What happened
PetroChina (00857.HK) announced that it will distribute an interim dividend for the six months ended June 30, 2026, on October 26, 2026. The dividend is set at HK$0.30047 per share.
The ex-dividend date is September 10, 2026, with a record date of September 15, 2026. H-share shareholders must complete share transfer registration by 16:30 on September 11, 2026, to qualify for the dividend.
Dividends for H-shares will be paid in Hong Kong dollars. The exchange rate is fixed at 1 RMB to 1.1557 HKD, corresponding to a declared dividend of RMB 0.26 per share. Withholding tax rates of 10% or 20% apply depending on shareholder type.
Why it matters
The announcement gives H-share investors a clear timeline for the interim payment, including key cutoff dates that determine eligibility.
The specified exchange rate and tax rates are important for investors calculating their expected net dividend in Hong Kong dollars.
Key facts
Payment date for the interim dividend is October 26, 2026.
Dividend per share is HK$0.30047.
Ex-dividend date is September 10, 2026; record date is September 15, 2026.
H-share shareholders must register transfers by 16:30 on September 11, 2026.
Exchange rate is 1 RMB = 1.1557 HKD, equivalent to RMB 0.26 per share.
Withholding tax is 10% or 20% depending on shareholder type.
What to watch next
Shareholders should monitor the approaching ex-dividend and registration deadlines to ensure they receive the payment.
The actual dividend received may vary due to the applicable withholding tax rate based on the shareholder's classification.