These were the worst performers on the ASX 200 last week 20 March 2021

Last week the S&P/ASX 200 Index (ASX: XJO) was out of form and tumbled 0.9% lower over the five days to end at 6,708.2 points.

While a good number of shares dropped lower with the market, some fell more than most. Here’s why these were the worst performers on the ASX 200 last week:

The Austal share price was the worst performer on the ASX 200 last week with a 7.8% decline. A portion of this decline can be attributed to its shares trading ex-dividend last week for the shipbuilder’s interim dividend. This dividend will be paid to eligible shareholders next month on 22 April. In other news, Austal delivered its ninth guardian-class patrol boat to the Australian Department of Defence.

The Nufarm share price wasn’t far behind…