Dividend News

■ Increase · Aug 25 CSN H1 2026 Results: Profit Up 46%, Dividend Raised 6% Chesnara (CSN) reported strong H1 2026 results with operating capital generation up 79%, adjusted operating profit up 46%, and a 6% dividend increase. CSN ■ Increase · Aug 25 Cboe Global Markets Raises Quarterly Dividend by 19% to $0.86 Cboe Global Markets increases its quarterly dividend by 19% to $0.86 per share, reflecting confidence in earnings and capital returns. CBOE ■ Increase · Aug 25 MGE Energy Boosts Dividend 7%, Extends Raise Streak to 51 Years MGE Energy (MGEE) increases quarterly dividend by 7% to $0.5083, marking 51 consecutive annual raises. The hike underscores its income focus amid debt and cash flow concerns. MGEE ■ Increase · Aug 25 · detected in our data R Raises Quarterly Dividend 10.99% to $1.01, Extending 21-Year Streak Ryder System (R) hikes quarterly dividend to $1.01, up 10.99%, with ex-date Aug. 24, 2026. R ■ Increase · Aug 25 · detected in our data RYLD raises monthly dividend 2.48% to $0.1650 per share Global X Russell 2000 Covered Call ETF (RYLD) increases its monthly dividend to $0.1650, up 2.48% from prior payment. RYLD ■ Increase · Aug 25 · detected in our data QYLD raises monthly dividend 2.81% to $0.1830 per share QYLD increases its monthly dividend to $0.1830, ex-dividend date Aug. 24, 2026. QYLD ■ Cut · Aug 25 · detected in our data XYLD cuts monthly dividend 24% to $0.311 per share XYLD reduces its monthly payout to $0.311, down 24% from previous $0.409, with ex-dividend date Aug 24, 2026. XYLD ■ ETF · Aug 24 VIG, VYM, VYMI: Comparing Vanguard's Dividend ETFs Vanguard's three dividend ETFs—VIG, VYM, and VYMI—offer distinct yield and growth profiles. VYMI leads with a 3.42% yield and 17% YTD gain. VIGVYMVYMI ■ Analysis · Aug 24 Sysco's $29.1B Jetro Deal: Risks to Dividend Growth and Leverage Sysco's acquisition of Jetro Restaurant Depot for $29.1B raises leverage and dilutes shares, while dividend growth slows. The stock appears undervalued but carries significant risks. SYY ■ Announcement · Aug 24 UPS Dividend Likely Frozen Through 2027 as Cash Flow Tightens UPS has held its quarterly dividend at $1.64 for seven straight quarters. With adjusted earnings covering only 91% of the payout and free cash flow nearly matching the dividend bill, the company may keep the rate unchanged through 2027. UPS ■ Analysis · Aug 24 AT&T Dividend Coverage: Cash Flow and Buybacks Support Payout AT&T's dividend is backed by a 45% cash payout ratio and reduced share count, despite competitive pressures from cable and Starlink. T ■ ETF · Aug 24 Trump's June VIG Sale Highlights Divergence Between VIG and SCHD President Trump sold up to $25M of VIG in June, while SCHD surged 30% YTD. The two dividend ETFs have diverged sharply in 2026. VIGSCHDHD ■ Cut · Aug 24 Sixth Street Specialty Lending Cuts Dividend, Restores Coverage Sixth Street Specialty Lending reduced its quarterly dividend to $0.42, improving coverage above 100% while maintaining a high-quality portfolio with low non-accruals. TSLX ■ Increase · Aug 24 QCR Holdings Raises Quarterly Dividend to $0.15 Per Share QCR Holdings increases its quarterly cash dividend to $0.15 per share, payable October 5, 2026, reflecting strong financial performance. QCRH ■ Increase · Aug 24 Chorus FY26 Results: Profit Up, Fibre Uptake Rises, Dividend Increased 4% Chorus Limited reported strong FY26 results with net profit surging to $37m, fibre uptake at 75.9%, and a 4% dividend increase to 60.0 cps. CNU ■ Analysis · Aug 24 Westlake Extends Dividend Streak to 22 Years Amid Cost-Cutting and New Credit Facility (WLK) Westlake's dividend increase extends its 22-year streak, supported by a new $1.5B credit facility and cost-saving efforts, but global oversupply remains a key risk. WLK ■ Analysis · Aug 24 American States Water Extends Dividend Growth Streak to 72 Years American States Water (AWR) has raised its dividend for 72 consecutive years, making it one of the longest-running Dividend Kings. The utility's steady cash flow and growth investments support its consistent payout increases. AWR ■ Announcement · Aug 24 ExxonMobil (XOM) Dividend Increase Could Exceed Wall Street Consensus ExxonMobil's 43-year dividend growth streak may continue with a larger-than-expected increase in October, supported by strong cash flow and buybacks. XOM ■ Increase · Aug 24 Farmers & Merchants Bancorp Raises Dividend to $5.60, Reinforcing Income Appeal Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (FMCB) increased its quarterly dividend to $5.60, a 4.7% rise, reflecting confidence in earnings. The hike supports income-focused investors but raises questions about capital flexibility. FMCB ■ ETF · Aug 23 SCHD Dividend Growth Projections to 2035 SCHD's historical performance suggests potential share price and dividend growth by 2035, but future returns depend on underlying holdings. SCHD ■ Increase · Aug 23 American Financial Group Raises Dividend 10.2%, Extends Increase Streak to 21 Years American Financial Group (AFG) increases annual dividend to $3.88 per share, marking 21st consecutive year of hikes, with a yield of 2.4%. AFG ■ Cut · Aug 23 LyondellBasell Completes European Asset Sale, Cuts Dividend by 50% LyondellBasell sells European assets to AEQUITA and halves its dividend, signaling a strategic shift toward higher-margin operations. LYB ■ Increase · Aug 23 National Health Investors (NHI) Q2 2026 Results: Revenue Up, Dividend Raised National Health Investors reported higher Q2 2026 sales and net income, and raised its quarterly dividend to $0.94 per share, reflecting improved earnings. NHI ■ Increase · Aug 23 Ubiquiti Leads Weekly Dividend Hikes; ETD Declares $3 Special Dividend Ten companies raised dividends this week, with Ubiquiti up 25% and Popular up 20%. ETD declared a $3 special dividend but faces payout sustainability concerns. UIETD