
Royal Philips announced the exchange ratio for its 2025 dividend as 1 new common share for every 26.9341 existing shares, based on the average share price in late May 2026. Shareholders can choose to receive their dividend in shares or cash, with 43.8% opting for cash. Philips will issue nearly 20 million new shares, increasing total shares to about 983 million. This move supports shareholder flexibility and maintains dividend value amid Philips' ongoing health technology business growth.