There is no strict limit on the time for dividends. The dividend distribution time of the company can be decided by itself. Even if the current profits are distributed, there are no legal restrictions.
Dividends are dividends paid to investors by joint-stock companies every year according to a certain proportion of their share in profits. It is the return on investment of listed companies to shareholders. Dividend is a way to distribute the current year's income to shareholders after withdrawing statutory provident fund, public welfare fund and other items according to regulations. Ordinary shares can enjoy dividends, and preferred shares generally do not enjoy dividends.