"We are pleased to announce a 17% increase in the quarterly cash dividend and to continue to distinguish IGT as the only dividend paying, investment grade company in the gaming industry." said Patti Hart, CEO of IGT.
"This action reflects the confidence we have in our business strategy, the sustainability of our cash flow, and our commitment to returning capital to shareholders," Hart added.
The dividend is payable on December 31, 2012 to shareholders of record on December 19, 2012.