what is the difference between ex dividend and record date
IGNORE THE RECORD DATE. 1.) The record date is (usually if not always) two days after the ex-div date. 2.) The ex-div date is the important date regarding dividends. 3.) To get the div you must be holding from the close of business the day prior to ex-div day thru to opening on ex-div day. I believe ex-dividend date is always on a Wednesday.