Dividends

6 Months Ended

Jun. 30, 2024

Earnings Per Share [Abstract]

Dividends

(10) Dividends

We declared and paid dividends of $13.4 million, or $.20 per share, during the second quarter of 2024 and $14.2 million, or $.20 per share, during the second quarter of 2023. We declared and paid dividends of $27.0 million, or $.40 per share, during the six-month period ended June 30, 2024 and $28.4 million, or $.40 per share, during the six-month period ended June 30, 2023. Included in the amounts above were dividend equivalents applicable to unvested restricted stock units which were accrued during 2024 and 2023 and will be, or were, paid upon vesting of the restricted stock unit.