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Frequently asked questions

 

   

When was Paragon formed and what is its subsequent history?
What are Paragon's main areas of business?
How many employees does Paragon employ?
When does Paragon report its financial results?
How much is Paragon worth, how does its value vary and why?
What is the Group's issued share capital?
Where can I obtain a copy of the Report and Accounts?
Where is Paragon's stock traded?
What is The Paragon Group of Companies PLC ticker symbol?
Should I attend the Annual General Meeting?
Do I lose my vote if I cannot attend the AGM?
Who is your registrar?
How do I see my Paragon shares or buy more?
How do I confirm the number of shares that I hold?
What happens if I lose my share certificate?
Does Paragon pay a cash dividend?
What is Paragon's policy on dividends and special dividends?
Can I take my dividend in shares?
Can I receive my cash dividend directly into my bank/building society?
What happens if I change my address?
Who do I contact if I want further information?

 

  When was Paragon formed and what is its subsequent history?
Visit Our history for more information about the Group.

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  What are Paragon's main areas of business?
Paragon was formed in 1985. It launched its first buy-to-let mortgage product in 1995. Visit Our companies for more information.

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  How many employees does Paragon employ?
Paragon currently employs approximately 670 staff. For more information on working at Paragon click here.

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  When does Paragon report its financial results?
The interim and full year results are announced in May and November respectively. For more information please visit our Financial calendar.

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  Where can I obtain a copy of the Report and Accounts?

Copies of our annual and interim reports can be found in PDF format in the Annual Report & Accounts section of this site. Alternatively, email our Marketing department (annual.reportrequest@paragon-group.co.uk) with your contact details or telephone 0121 712 2505 to request a copy.

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  How much is Paragon worth, how does its value vary and why?
The market capitalisation of the Group varies in accordance with the number of shares in issue and the price per share. The shares are quoted on the London Stock Exchange and the price per share is a function of supply and demand.

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What is the Group's issued shared capital?

301,425,445 (Gross issued including treasury shares)

300,756,545 (Total voting rights excluding treasury shares)

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  Where is Paragon's stock traded?

On the London Stock Exchange

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  What is The Paragon Group of Companies PLC ticker symbol?
PAG

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  Should I attend the Annual General Meeting?
Shareholders can attend if they wish, however it is not obligatory.

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  Do I lose my vote if I cannot attend the AGM?
You will in the event of a show of hands. You can vote by proxy in the event of a poll. The notice of meeting, which accompanies the Annual Report and Accounts, explains the procedure.

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  Who is Paragon's registrar?
Computershare Investor Services PLC
P.O. Box 82
The Pavilions
Bridgwater Road
BRISTOL
BS99 7NH
Telephone: +44 (0)870 707 1244
www-uk.computershare.com

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  How do I see my Paragon shares or buy more?

You can "see" the certificate, which sets out how many shares you are registered as holding. To buy shares contact your broker or go to your bank, a share shop or one of the internet share dealing services. You can check your holding via the Computershare website. (www-uk.computershare.com)

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  How do I confirm the number of shares that I hold?
Enquiries concerning your shareholding should be made direct with the our registrar, Computershare Investor Services PLC.

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  What happens if I lose my share certificate?
Contact the registrars - Computershare Investor Services PLC.

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  Does Paragon pay a cash dividend?
The amount of any interim or final dividend, together with the payment date, are announced at the interim or preliminary results. Any interim dividend is normally paid at the end of July/early August, while any final dividend is paid after approval at the Annual General Meeting, normally in February.

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  What is Paragon's policy on dividends and special dividends?
We have a progressive dividend policy.

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  Can I take my dividend in shares?
No. We do not currently offer that facility.

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  Can I receive my cash dividend directly into my bank/building society?
Yes. You need to complete the slip which accompanies your dividend cheque and return the slip to the Registrars.

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  What happens if I change my address?
Please advise our registrars - Computershare Investor Services PLC of your new address. 

Computershare Investor Services PLC
P.O. Box 82
The Pavilions
Bridgwater Road
BRISTOL
BS99 7NH

www-uk.computershare.com

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  Who do I contact if I want further information?
Click on this link to email our Investor Relations department.

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