Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Sep 17, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• VICI Properties Inc (VICI) raised its dividend 9.52% (https://goo.gl/uLe1E2)
• Boston Properties, Inc. (BXP) raised its dividend 18.75% (https://goo.gl/RvqXZP)
• U.S. Bancorp (USB) raised its dividend 23.33% (https://goo.gl/aDwg69)
• Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) raised its dividend 9.52% (https://goo.gl/f8CMKs)
• Realty Income Corp (O) raised its dividend 0.23% (https://goo.gl/n6sEFp)
• WP Carey Inc (WPC) raised its dividend 0.49% (https://goo.gl/RDVqhf)
• Texas Instruments Incorporated (TXN) raised its dividend 24.19% (https://goo.gl/FVd5AS)
• Eni SpA (E) raised its dividend 4.61% (https://goo.gl/EQBt36)
• Mcdonald's Corp (MCD) raised its dividend 14.85% (https://goo.gl/JyzcSi)
• IDACORP Inc (IDA) raised its dividend 6.78% (https://goo.gl/tN7MRx)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Sep 10, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• PS Business Parks Inc (PSB) raised its dividend 23.53% (https://goo.gl/g1x1Zb)
• New Jersey Resources Corp (NJR) raised its dividend 7.34% (https://goo.gl/HGNaxi)
• Store Capital Corp (STOR) raised its dividend 6.45% (https://goo.gl/WMP9gg)
• Brady Corp (BRC) raised its dividend 1.20% (https://goo.gl/NYTCwG)
• Jefferies Financial Group Inc (JEF) raised its dividend 25.00% (https://goo.gl/JLQKJa)
• DDR Corp (DDR) raised its dividend 5.26% (https://goo.gl/KHmur6)
• Umpqua Holdings Corp (UMPQ) raised its dividend 5.00% (https://goo.gl/88dD9V)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Sep 4, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• BHP Billiton Limited (ADR) (BHP) raised its dividend 14.55% (https://goo.gl/gm9Q2K)
• Logitech International SA (USA) (SWX:LOGN) raised its dividend 10.11% (https://goo.gl/sJGZ6K)
• Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) raised its dividend 2.12% (https://goo.gl/VhjQwE)
• Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd (RCL) raised its dividend 16.67% (https://goo.gl/hzDCSo)
• American Tower Corp (AMT) raised its dividend 2.60% (https://goo.gl/cgksx5)
• Eastgroup Properties Inc (EGP) raised its dividend 12.50% (https://goo.gl/z68L22)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Jun 25, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Worthington Industries, Inc. (WOR) raised its dividend 9.52% (https://goo.gl/95WsQp)
• Glacier Bancorp, Inc. (GBCI) raised its dividend 13.04% (https://goo.gl/9j3uGJ)
• Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc (WBA) raised its dividend 10.00% (https://goo.gl/HdDDey)
• SCANA Corporation (SCG) cut its dividend 79.80% (https://goo.gl/9LX2nD)
• Kroger Co (KR) raised its dividend 12.00% (https://goo.gl/Fqnu2s)
• JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) raised its dividend 42.86% (https://goo.gl/tMCgZA)
• Wells Fargo & Co (WFC) raised its dividend 10.26% (https://goo.gl/UZE8SG)
• American Express Company (AXP) raised its dividend 11.43% (https://goo.gl/wEKaw2)
• Citigroup Inc (C) raised its dividend 40.63% (https://goo.gl/uUQ5fm)
• Discover Financial Services (DFS) raised its dividend 14.29% (https://goo.gl/GdPVUz)
• State Street Corp (STT) raised its dividend 11.90% (https://goo.gl/uGBpfo)
• Bank of New York Mellon Corp (BK) raised its dividend 16.67% (https://goo.gl/3d4wzw)
• Citizens Financial Group Inc (CFG) raised its dividend 22.73% (https://goo.gl/A969mT)
• Northern Trust Corporation (NTRS) raised its dividend 30.95% (https://goo.gl/gu8TBp)
• M&T Bank Corporation (MTB) raised its dividend 25.00% (https://goo.gl/1GsEdR)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Jun 18, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• China Southern Airlines Co Ltd (ADR) (ZNH) raised its dividend 7.04% (https://goo.gl/ij9nLe)
• Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) raised its dividend 12.50% (https://goo.gl/1cpLrA)
• Realty Income Corp (O) raised its dividend 0.23% (https://goo.gl/qzrYAU)
• Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI) raised its dividend 19.05% (https://goo.gl/VmfRi8)
• JOHN WILEY & SONS  -CL A Common Stock (JW.A) raised its dividend 3.13% (https://goo.gl/rbz32y)
• Trinseo S.A. (TSE) raised its dividend 11.11% (https://goo.gl/DLv4fg)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Jun 11, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Ingersoll-Rand PLC (IR) raised its dividend 17.78% (https://goo.gl/hNU4A6)
• FedEx Corporation (FDX) raised its dividend 30.00% (https://goo.gl/nKWPke)
• H & R Block Inc (HRB) raised its dividend 4.17% (https://goo.gl/KYbzKC)
• Franklin Resources, Inc. (BEN) raised its dividend 15.00% (https://goo.gl/KKMnSC)
• Target Corporation (TGT) raised its dividend 3.23% (https://goo.gl/87eapY)
• Grupo Aeroportuario dl Srst SAB CV (ADR) (ASR) raised its dividend 3.96% (https://goo.gl/ko6RxX)
• Universal Health Realty Income Trust (UHT) raised its dividend 0.75% (https://goo.gl/n6C95B)
• National Fuel Gas Co. (NFG) raised its dividend 2.41% (https://goo.gl/s5mNqw)
• WP Carey Inc (WPC) raised its dividend 0.49% (https://goo.gl/7ywkbK)
• MGM Growth Properties LLC (MGP) raised its dividend 2.38% (https://goo.gl/eehwQk)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• LaSalle Hotel Properties (LHO) cut its dividend 50.00% (https://goo.gl/DKWiSN)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Jun 4, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Alexandria Real Estate Equities Inc (ARE) raised its dividend 3.33% (https://goo.gl/CkZhP1)
• UnitedHealth Group Inc (UNH) raised its dividend 20.00% (https://goo.gl/JxkkPE)
• Philip Morris International Inc. (PM) raised its dividend 6.54% (https://goo.gl/1U2TGs)
• Boyd Gaming Corporation (BYD) raised its dividend 20.00% (https://goo.gl/Cn5HXe)
• Ralph Lauren Corp (RL) raised its dividend 25.00% (https://goo.gl/eh1NFh)
• Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW) raised its dividend 17.07% (https://goo.gl/7q2JVP)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of May 28, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• East West Bancorp, Inc. (EWBC) raised its dividend 15.00% (https://goo.gl/Xhtvcm)
• Bank of Montreal (TSE:BMO) raised its dividend 3.23% (https://goo.gl/3DTDWM)
• National Bank of Canada (TSE:NA) raised its dividend 3.33% (https://goo.gl/8mmpYw)
• Ashland Global Holdings Inc. (ASH) raised its dividend 11.11% (https://goo.gl/wQxKy8)
• Deere & Company (DE) raised its dividend 15.00% (https://goo.gl/jYyPdw)
• Principal Financial Group Inc (PFG) raised its dividend 1.96% (https://goo.gl/mVxaEs)
• W. R. Berkley Corp (WRB) raised its dividend 7.14% (https://goo.gl/SFNbVE)
• El Paso Electric Company (EE) raised its dividend 7.46% (https://goo.gl/6Jk4vc)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of May 21, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Rayonier Inc. (RYN) raised its dividend 8.00% (https://goo.gl/gd4rXX)
• Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. (CBRL) raised its dividend 4.17% (https://goo.gl/VC9yN7)
• Raymond James Financial, Inc. (RJF) raised its dividend 20.00% (https://goo.gl/oo4yPv)
• TowneBank (TOWN) raised its dividend 14.29% (https://goo.gl/3rhNwU)
• Donaldson Company, Inc. (DCI) raised its dividend 5.56% (https://goo.gl/MdLRna)
• NetApp Inc. (NTAP) raised its dividend 100.00% (https://goo.gl/1KFBrb)
• Bunge Ltd (BG) raised its dividend 8.70% (https://goo.gl/DGA4D1)
• Kilroy Realty Corp (KRC) raised its dividend 7.06% (https://goo.gl/WjKkJF)
• CoreSite Realty Corp (COR) raised its dividend 5.10% (https://goo.gl/a3q1ge)
• Tiffany & Co. (TIF) raised its dividend 10.00% (https://goo.gl/8D3uMi)
• Flowers Foods, Inc. (FLO) raised its dividend 5.88% (https://goo.gl/t7woL5)
• Unum Group (UNM) raised its dividend 13.04% (https://goo.gl/PfFidn)
• DXC Technology Company (DXC) raised its dividend 5.56% (https://goo.gl/aM9hRB)
• LCI Industries (LCII) raised its dividend 9.09% (https://goo.gl/tZ8qJh)
• American Tower Corp (AMT) raised its dividend 2.67% (https://goo.gl/QuXMtz)
• Extra Space Storage, Inc. (EXR) raised its dividend 10.26% (https://goo.gl/Km4TPy)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of May 14, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Hydro One Ltd (TSE:H) raised its dividend 4.55% (https://goo.gl/boM4uE)
• Wynn Resorts, Limited (WYNN) raised its dividend 50.00% (https://goo.gl/LxnxJb)
• Leggett & Platt, Inc. (LEG) raised its dividend 5.56% (https://goo.gl/PuyBmt)
• M&T Bank Corporation (MTB) raised its dividend 6.67% (https://goo.gl/kCMsWS)
• Lennox International Inc. (LII) raised its dividend 25.49% (https://goo.gl/QR1dz2)
• Packaging Corp Of America (PKG) raised its dividend 25.40% (https://goo.gl/N4JYwF)
• Northrop Grumman Corporation (NOC) raised its dividend 9.09% (https://goo.gl/4rAZtq)
• Southwest Airlines Co (LUV) raised its dividend 28.00% (https://goo.gl/B2o1zA)
• Jones Lang LaSalle Inc (JLL) raised its dividend 10.81% (https://goo.gl/HVw32w)
• Chubb Ltd (CB) raised its dividend 2.82% (https://goo.gl/j21ayb)
• Janus Henderson Group plc Ordinary Shares (JHG) raised its dividend 12.50% (https://goo.gl/DHnhCT)
• Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (MMC) raised its dividend 10.67% (https://goo.gl/5F69Xb)
• Synchrony Financial (SYF) raised its dividend 40.00% (https://goo.gl/ApUqun)
• Lam Research Corporation (LRCX) raised its dividend 120.00% (https://goo.gl/BsqCka)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of May 7, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• FactSet Research Systems Inc. (FDS) raised its dividend 14.29% (https://goo.gl/wopJPF)
• Vishay Intertechnology (VSH) raised its dividend 25.93% (https://goo.gl/Dx6WwA)
• MSA Safety Incorporated (MSA) raised its dividend 8.57% (https://goo.gl/TbnzXz)
• Watts Water Technologies Inc (WTS) raised its dividend 10.53% (https://goo.gl/aCUN5p)
• J2 Global Inc (JCOM) raised its dividend 2.47% (https://goo.gl/sxwX73)
• Microchip Technology Inc. (MCHP) raised its dividend 0.14% (https://goo.gl/ixVB9A)
• Delek US Holdings, Inc. (DK) raised its dividend 25.00% (https://goo.gl/D8SWh3)
• Baxter International Inc (BAX) raised its dividend 18.75% (https://goo.gl/U8ABQ1)
• Timken Co (TKR) raised its dividend 3.70% (https://goo.gl/GLR5n8)
• Convergys Corp (CVG) raised its dividend 10.00% (https://goo.gl/k9K1Lq)
• Cheniere Energy Partners LP Holdings LLC (CQH) raised its dividend 9.80% (https://goo.gl/KZXtfC)
• Sun Life Financial Inc (TSE:SLF) raised its dividend 4.40% (https://goo.gl/q5jJuF)
• TE Connectivity Ltd (TEL) raised its dividend 10.00% (https://goo.gl/5s51BQ)
• Expeditors International of Washington (EXPD) raised its dividend 7.14% (https://goo.gl/bUxCZa)
• Phillips 66 (PSX) raised its dividend 14.29% (https://goo.gl/jEzQHH)
• Quaker Chemical Corp (KWR) raised its dividend 2.78% (https://goo.gl/cZos5y)
• Werner Enterprises, Inc. (WERN) raised its dividend 28.57% (https://goo.gl/cQwy5G)
• CNO Financial Group Inc (CNO) raised its dividend 11.11% (https://goo.gl/9d8ywb)
• Cardinal Health Inc (CAH) raised its dividend 3.01% (https://goo.gl/bD94mT)
• Franco Nevada Corp (FNV) raised its dividend 4.35% (https://goo.gl/kYhwzR)
• KeyCorp (KEY) raised its dividend 14.29% (https://goo.gl/EhACGC)
• Invesco Ltd. (IVZ) raised its dividend 3.45% (https://goo.gl/M6Pejf)
• Cabot Corp (CBT) raised its dividend 4.76% (https://goo.gl/H6JczA)
• TMX GROUP LIMITED (TSE:X) raised its dividend 16.00% (https://goo.gl/6gtB5g)
• Penske Automotive Group, Inc. (PAG) raised its dividend 2.94% (https://goo.gl/QZ8Z9r)
• TELUS Corporation (TSE:T) raised its dividend 3.96% (https://goo.gl/phthqm)
• Tractor Supply Company (TSCO) raised its dividend 14.81% (https://goo.gl/sr8u5t)
• Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (TSE:CP) raised its dividend 15.56% (https://goo.gl/3pKGnT)
• Finning International Inc. (TSE:FTT) raised its dividend 5.26% (https://goo.gl/pUHB8U)
• MKS Instruments, Inc. (MKSI) raised its dividend 11.11% (https://goo.gl/kEHJnB)
• ONEX Corporation (TSE:ONEX) raised its dividend 16.67% (https://goo.gl/JSB1iX)
• First Merchants Corporation (FRME) raised its dividend 22.22% (https://goo.gl/sC2TMj)
• Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (AQN) raised its dividend 10.04% (https://goo.gl/aWt2Lr)
• Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSE:CAR.UN) raised its dividend 3.84% (https://goo.gl/hDTyv7)
• Quebecor, Inc. (TSE:QBR.B) raised its dividend 100.00% (https://goo.gl/JtnxmK)
• Open Text Corp (USA) (OTEX) raised its dividend 15.00% (https://goo.gl/iDgx2b)
• New Flyer Industries Inc (TSE:NFI) raised its dividend 15.38% (https://goo.gl/RU722L)
• Baker Hughes, a GE company Class A (BHGE) raised its dividend 50.00% (https://goo.gl/qDfvoc)
• United Community Banks, Inc. (UCBI) raised its dividend 25.00% (https://goo.gl/YFFxEQ)
• Power Corporation of Canada (TSE:POW) raised its dividend 6.56% (https://goo.gl/EMF4Ad)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Top Dividend Raises for April 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week – both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.

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Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Apr 30, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Regal Beloit Corp (RBC) raised its dividend 7.69% (https://goo.gl/QJSFn1)
• Simpson Manufacturing Co, Inc. (SSD) raised its dividend 4.76% (https://goo.gl/8xpYqL)
• Apple Inc. (AAPL) raised its dividend 15.87% (https://goo.gl/AhEPG4)
• PACCAR Inc (PCAR) raised its dividend 12.00% (https://goo.gl/c9mYwE)
• KIRKLAND LAKE GOLD LTD (TSE:KL) raised its dividend 50.00% (https://goo.gl/UtrjRy)
• Tetra Tech, Inc. (TTEK) raised its dividend 20.00% (https://goo.gl/tCFeX4)
• American Campus Communities, Inc. (ACC) raised its dividend 4.55% (https://goo.gl/dG37Pd)
• Versum Materials Inc (VSM) raised its dividend 20.00% (https://goo.gl/1cCGtW)
• Cogent Communications Holdings Inc (CCOI) raised its dividend 4.00% (https://goo.gl/EMCuow)
• Ternium SA (ADR) (TX) raised its dividend 10.00% (https://goo.gl/HKVY8T)
• West Pharmaceutical Services Inc. (WST) raised its dividend 7.14% (https://goo.gl/LF7mht)
• Pool Corporation (POOL) raised its dividend 21.62% (https://goo.gl/eoxJiC)
• RLI Corp. (RLI) raised its dividend 4.76% (https://goo.gl/BvxGKY)
• Pembina Pipeline Corp (TSE:PPL) raised its dividend 5.56% (https://goo.gl/1QoqcB)
• Triton International Limited (TRTN) raised its dividend 15.56% (https://goo.gl/N33HUq)
• Barnes Group Inc. (B) raised its dividend 14.29% (https://goo.gl/tvtRqy)
• UBS Group AG (VTX:UBSG) raised its dividend 8.33% (https://goo.gl/pBLBmH)
• Marriott International Inc (MAR) raised its dividend 24.24% (https://goo.gl/wNQAn4)
• ManpowerGroup Inc. (MAN) raised its dividend 8.60% (https://goo.gl/B2fzih)
• Whitecap Resources Inc. (TSE:WCP) raised its dividend 5.06% (https://goo.gl/FVFgUC)
• Loblaw Companies Ltd (TSE:L) raised its dividend 9.26% (https://goo.gl/knVaAT)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• AllianceBernstein Holding LP (AB) cut its dividend 13.10% (https://goo.gl/ceekZv)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Apr 23, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Bank of Hawaii Corporation (BOH) raised its dividend 15.38% (https://goo.gl/UoWkqJ)
• Franklin Electric Co. (FELE) raised its dividend 11.63% (https://goo.gl/kQk3w8)
• Williams Partners LP (WPZ) raised its dividend 2.33% (https://goo.gl/ESYUtA)
• Noble Energy, Inc. (NBL) raised its dividend 10.00% (https://goo.gl/fosfru)
• Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (AMP) raised its dividend 8.43% (https://goo.gl/2CRPDV)
• Webster Financial Corporation (WBS) raised its dividend 26.92% (https://goo.gl/2LvvXp)
• South State Corporation (SSB) raised its dividend 3.03% (https://goo.gl/rtmXUH)
• Travelers Companies Inc (TRV) raised its dividend 6.94% (https://goo.gl/MdEVvm)
• Nextera Energy Partners LP (NEP) raised its dividend 3.70% (https://goo.gl/szqRyN)
• International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) raised its dividend 4.67% (https://goo.gl/PUmWNZ)
• Comerica Incorporated (CMA) raised its dividend 13.33% (https://goo.gl/YsgW5n)
• Metlife Inc (MET) raised its dividend 5.00% (https://goo.gl/W4Xdpn)
• UGI Corp (UGI) raised its dividend 4.00% (https://goo.gl/UFtiMh)
• First Financial Bankshares Inc (FFIN) raised its dividend 10.53% (https://goo.gl/wZHxxM)
• Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) raised its dividend 14.00% (https://goo.gl/r9Buf3)
• PacWest Bancorp (PACW) raised its dividend 20.00% (https://goo.gl/25Y2NX)
• Renasant Corp. (RNST) raised its dividend 5.26% (https://goo.gl/H2rfgq)
• Evercore Inc (EVR) raised its dividend 25.00% (https://goo.gl/tdTxA7)
• Lithia Motors Inc (LAD) raised its dividend 7.41% (https://goo.gl/gt6Bh3)
• Rockwell Automation (ROK) raised its dividend 10.18% (https://goo.gl/wKDXb6)
• Amphenol Corporation (APH) raised its dividend 21.05% (https://goo.gl/XTaEJK)
• Independent Bank Group Inc (IBTX) raised its dividend 16.67% (https://goo.gl/XJoowT)
• W W Grainger Inc (GWW) raised its dividend 6.25% (https://goo.gl/jLdF1Q)
• Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) raised its dividend 6.49% (https://goo.gl/BK8UPU)
• IDEX Corporation (IEX) raised its dividend 16.22% (https://goo.gl/nRkdwQ)
• Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc. (SPR) raised its dividend 20.00% (https://goo.gl/CYgg8N)
• Xilinx, Inc. (XLNX) raised its dividend 2.86% (https://goo.gl/5jZBwx)
• Lazard Ltd (LAZ) raised its dividend 7.32% (https://goo.gl/NuaZA9)
• Legg Mason Inc (LM) raised its dividend 21.43% (https://goo.gl/kYxKFR)
• MPLX LP (MPLX) raised its dividend 1.65% (https://goo.gl/PE9qck)
• Portland General Electric Company (POR) raised its dividend 6.62% (https://goo.gl/Nn6Sou)
• Total SA (EPA:FP) raised its dividend 3.23% (https://goo.gl/Rs76sV)
• Patterson-UTI Energy, Inc. (PTEN) raised its dividend 100.00% (https://goo.gl/975b2X)
• EQT Midstream Partners LP (EQM) raised its dividend 3.90% (https://goo.gl/t9PA9m)
• EQT GP Holdings LP (EQGP) raised its dividend 5.74% (https://goo.gl/RpeKz8)
• Great Western Bancorp Inc (GWB) raised its dividend 25.00% (https://goo.gl/agy2DC)
• Rice Midstream Partners LP (RMP) raised its dividend 4.53% (https://goo.gl/ERQAmX)
• Columbia Banking System Inc (COLB) raised its dividend 18.18% (https://goo.gl/HVYRQr)
• Magellan Midstream Partners, L.P. (MMP) raised its dividend 1.90% (https://goo.gl/cgVeCY)
• Shell Midstream Partners LP (SHLX) raised its dividend 4.50% (https://goo.gl/oDxZPp)
• Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. (CFR) raised its dividend 17.54% (https://goo.gl/wQV2Mg)
• Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) raised its dividend 7.14% (https://goo.gl/HMq2HL)
• ASML Holding NV (ADR) (ASML) raised its dividend 31.43% (https://goo.gl/5rVTbo)
• Avery Dennison Corp (AVY) raised its dividend 15.56% (https://goo.gl/hH8giS)
• Federated Investors Inc (FII) raised its dividend 8.00% (https://goo.gl/tKXUpK)
• Extended Stay America Inc (STAY) raised its dividend 4.76% (https://goo.gl/RCM8Pj)
• Zions Bancorp (ZION) raised its dividend 20.00% (https://goo.gl/Xv2dWz)
• Tallgrass Energy Partners LP (TEP) raised its dividend 1.04% (https://goo.gl/pdkZrW)
• Imperial Oil Ltd (TSE:IMO) raised its dividend 18.75% (https://goo.gl/NqVAkB)
• Paychex, Inc. (PAYX) raised its dividend 12.00% (https://goo.gl/6fpX4F)
• Cheniere Energy Partners LP (CQP) raised its dividend 10.00% (https://goo.gl/6j85uF)
• People's United Financial, Inc. (PBCT) raised its dividend 1.45% (https://goo.gl/GqvSa8)
• Andeavor Logistics LP (ANDX) raised its dividend 1.50% (https://goo.gl/CYA6C1)
• Community Bank System, Inc. (CBU) raised its dividend 47.06% (https://goo.gl/ttn8Hm)
• Alliance Resource Partners, L.P. (ARLP) raised its dividend 0.98% (https://goo.gl/aVcCri)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Apr 16, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Southern Co (SO) raised its dividend 3.45% (https://goo.gl/ZtvpNL)
• Whirlpool Corporation (WHR) raised its dividend 4.55% (https://goo.gl/CgPH6U)
• Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS) raised its dividend 6.67% (https://goo.gl/MBKdtT)
• Banco Santander-Chile (ADR) (BSAC) raised its dividend 11.94% (https://goo.gl/JZ43dS)
• Healthcare Services Group, Inc. (HCSG) raised its dividend 0.65% (https://goo.gl/dfQ2Zm)
• Sonoco Products Co (SON) raised its dividend 5.13% (https://goo.gl/MBP7br)
• Phillips 66 Partners LP (PSXP) raised its dividend 5.31% (https://goo.gl/Cjh2N1)
• Kinder Morgan Inc (KMI) raised its dividend 60.00% (https://goo.gl/7PDkde)
• Antero Midstream Partners LP (AM) raised its dividend 6.85% (https://goo.gl/SckHTu)
• Antero Midstream GP LP (AMGP) raised its dividend 44.00% (https://goo.gl/y8ZGWT)
• Celanese Corporation (CE) raised its dividend 17.39% (https://goo.gl/GFFJ7h)
• Unilever NV (AMS:UNA) raised its dividend 8.01% (https://goo.gl/ttqJKz)
• Hospitality Properties Trust (HPT) raised its dividend 1.92% (https://goo.gl/ihETrG)
• EnLink Midstream LLC (ENLC) raised its dividend 1.54% (https://goo.gl/Rzx5sR)
• Parker-Hannifin Corp (PH) raised its dividend 15.15% (https://goo.gl/FExWYe)
• ONEOK, Inc. (OKE) raised its dividend 3.25% (https://goo.gl/ZCSjMa)
• Universal Forest Products, Inc. (UFPI) raised its dividend 5.88% (https://goo.gl/igGLeX)
• Holly Energy Partners, L.P. (HEP) raised its dividend 0.77% (https://goo.gl/nMJKfH)
• Nielsen N.V. Ordinary Shares (NLSN) raised its dividend 2.94% (https://goo.gl/JFRtiH)
• Valero Energy Partners LP (VLP) raised its dividend 3.94% (https://goo.gl/eAknZ6)
• American Water Works Company Inc (AWK) raised its dividend 9.64% (https://goo.gl/aYFbKw)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Apr 9, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Procter & Gamble Co (PG) raised its dividend 4.00% (https://goo.gl/Q2Z6Mf)
• Viper Energy Partners LP (VNOM) raised its dividend 4.35% (https://goo.gl/FPsUHZ)
• Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (EPD) raised its dividend 0.59% (https://goo.gl/nrGuC6)
• Genesis Energy, L.P. (GEL) raised its dividend 1.96% (https://goo.gl/QHjjLK)
• Carnival Corp (CCL) raised its dividend 11.11% (https://goo.gl/Yq7tgw)
• Automatic Data Processing (ADP) raised its dividend 9.52% (https://goo.gl/zjTRe6)
• Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (BBBY) raised its dividend 6.67% (https://goo.gl/28dovL)
• Tanger Factory Outlet Centers Inc. (SKT) raised its dividend 2.94% (https://goo.gl/hTv9d5)
• HB Fuller Co (FUL) raised its dividend 3.33% (https://goo.gl/SmF7i4)
• First Republic Bank (FRC) raised its dividend 5.88% (https://goo.gl/bqTpUd)
• Aon plc Class A Ordinary Shares (UK) (AON) raised its dividend 11.11% (https://goo.gl/rsAEW9)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Top Dividend Raises & Cuts for March 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week – both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.

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Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Apr 2, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Watsco Inc (WSO) raised its dividend 16.00% (https://goo.gl/JJFjr4)
• Bank Of The Ozarks Inc (OZRK) raised its dividend 2.63% (https://goo.gl/VmD7uy)
• UniFirst Corp (UNF) raised its dividend 200.00% (https://goo.gl/v7skM9)
• Hewlett Packard Enterprise Co (HPE) raised its dividend 50.00% (https://goo.gl/6jsXu8)
• Dollar General Corp. (DG) raised its dividend 11.54% (https://goo.gl/uXf44E)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Mar 26, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Power Financial (TSE:PWF) raised its dividend 4.97% (https://goo.gl/ntzJyo)
• Sun Communities (SUI) raised its dividend 5.97% (https://goo.gl/7ABFE8)
• First Industrial Realty Trust, Inc. (FR) raised its dividend 3.57% (https://goo.gl/orWW4i)
• Nokia Oyj (HEL:NOKIA) raised its dividend 11.76% (https://goo.gl/XM8vPq)
• Rexford Industrial Realty Inc (REXR) raised its dividend 10.34% (https://goo.gl/6GVXca)
• Activision Blizzard, Inc. (ATVI) raised its dividend 13.33% (https://goo.gl/QssKoR)
• Ryman Hospitality Properties, Inc. (REIT) (RHP) raised its dividend 6.25% (https://goo.gl/swnuKN)
• Amdocs Limited (DOX) raised its dividend 13.64% (https://goo.gl/ctofy5)
• UDR, Inc. (UDR) raised its dividend 4.03% (https://goo.gl/Pz1KVq)
• Nasdaq Inc (NDAQ) raised its dividend 15.79% (https://goo.gl/GthZ7V)
• McCormick & Company, Incorporated (MKC) raised its dividend 10.64% (https://goo.gl/cMQrU1)
• Glacier Bancorp, Inc. (GBCI) raised its dividend 9.52% (https://goo.gl/cKLTBu)
• Constellation Brands, Inc. (STZ) raised its dividend 42.31% (https://goo.gl/Nq7syr)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Mar 19, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Cousins Properties Inc (CUZ) raised its dividend 8.33% (https://goo.gl/s3GhBr)
• TPG RE Finance Trust Inc (TRTX) raised its dividend 10.53% (https://goo.gl/q9HDb2)
• Childrens Place Inc (PLCE) raised its dividend 25.00% (https://goo.gl/JpVqsA)
• IBERIABANK Corp (IBKC) raised its dividend 2.70% (https://goo.gl/54dWwT)
• Fulton Financial Corp (FULT) raised its dividend 9.09% (https://goo.gl/TNCqyH)
• Randgold Resources Ltd. (ADR) (GOLD) raised its dividend 100.00% (https://goo.gl/CXC59B)
• Raytheon Company (RTN) raised its dividend 8.78% (https://goo.gl/1RwBLc)
• BRP Inc (TSE:DOO) raised its dividend 12.50% (https://goo.gl/AP5DoM)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Mar 12, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Texas Roadhouse Inc (TXRH) raised its dividend 19.05% (https://goo.gl/qudvck)
• Restaurant Brands International Inc (QSR) raised its dividend 114.29% (https://goo.gl/eHDMHi)
• Centerstate Bank Corp (CSFL) raised its dividend 66.67% (https://goo.gl/NiMHcn)
• Domino's Pizza, Inc. (DPZ) raised its dividend 19.57% (https://goo.gl/TEvYTj)
• NorthWestern Corp (NWE) raised its dividend 4.76% (https://goo.gl/KNnKAS)
• Toll Brothers Inc (TOL) raised its dividend 37.50% (https://goo.gl/rSCBai)
• Realty Income Corp (O) raised its dividend 0.23% (https://goo.gl/GvXWtP)
• Reliance Steel & Aluminum Co (RS) raised its dividend 11.11% (https://goo.gl/rcZWHN)
• The Western Union Company (WU) raised its dividend 8.57% (https://goo.gl/16sSPh)
• Signet Jewelers Ltd. (SIG) raised its dividend 19.35% (https://goo.gl/7qTeJz)
• Stella-Jones Inc (TSE:SJ) raised its dividend 9.09% (https://goo.gl/AVgULc)
• FNF Group of Fidelity National Financial, Inc. (FNF) raised its dividend 11.11% (https://goo.gl/vpFmbr)
• Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (WSM) raised its dividend 10.26% (https://goo.gl/yifVC6)
• Euronext NV (EPA:ENX) raised its dividend 21.83% (https://goo.gl/FbB5Ps)
• Atlantica Yield PLC (AY) raised its dividend 6.90% (https://goo.gl/BaUsPB)
• Umpqua Holdings Corp (UMPQ) raised its dividend 11.11% (https://goo.gl/1tqwDB)
• Independent Bank Corp (INDB) raised its dividend 18.75% (https://goo.gl/F3eFs4)
• Equity Residential (EQR) raised its dividend 7.20% (https://goo.gl/GG7xoW)
• Paramount Group Inc (PGRE) raised its dividend 5.26% (https://goo.gl/rMStEt)
• W.P. Carey Inc. REIT (WPC) raised its dividend 0.50% (https://goo.gl/ttqVbz)
• Premium Brands Holdings Corp (TSE:PBH) raised its dividend 13.10% (https://goo.gl/1bFvGW)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Mar 5, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• MB Financial Inc (MBFI) raised its dividend 14.29% (https://goo.gl/6k7RUV)
• Novartis AG (VTX:NOVN) raised its dividend 1.82% (https://goo.gl/UxyzSm)
• Cabot Microelectronics Corporation (CCMP) raised its dividend 100.00% (https://goo.gl/Rkfiqe)
• Weingarten Realty Investors (WRI) raised its dividend 2.60% (https://goo.gl/L9vPuz)
• Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) raised its dividend 40.63% (https://goo.gl/u6BzwE)
• Bayer AG (ETR:BAYN) raised its dividend 3.70% (https://goo.gl/n3LkZS)
• Hill-Rom Holdings, Inc. (HRC) raised its dividend 11.11% (https://goo.gl/2vQLX9)
• Anthem Inc (ANTM) raised its dividend 7.14% (https://goo.gl/kxeWR7)
• BHP Billiton plc (ADR) (BBL) raised its dividend 27.91% (https://goo.gl/S9gNnF)
• Columbia Sportswear Company (COLM) raised its dividend 15.79% (https://goo.gl/xiCm1Y)
• Gold Fields Limited (ADR) (GFI) raised its dividend 36.00% (https://goo.gl/LH6Rc5)
• Mantech International Corp (MANT) raised its dividend 19.05% (https://goo.gl/FnnS1a)
• MGM Resorts International (MGM) raised its dividend 9.09% (https://goo.gl/MAHMEB)
• Shire PLC (LON:SHP) raised its dividend 3.97% (https://goo.gl/eTq3wZ)
• General Dynamics Corporation (GD) raised its dividend 10.71% (https://goo.gl/XAS92m)
• Devon Energy Corp (DVN) raised its dividend 33.33% (https://goo.gl/nD6XRP)
• Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) raised its dividend 5.00% (https://goo.gl/ZYct5F)
• Canadian Western Bank (TSE:CWB) raised its dividend 4.17% (https://goo.gl/nT4qR3)
• BWX Technologies Inc (BWXT) raised its dividend 45.45% (https://goo.gl/SG6uny)
• Icahn Enterprises LP (IEP) raised its dividend 16.67% (https://goo.gl/rezB9H)
• American Tower Corp (AMT) raised its dividend 7.14% (https://goo.gl/Aw1SvU)
• QUALCOMM, Inc. (QCOM) raised its dividend 8.77% (https://goo.gl/C38io3)
• Big Lots, Inc. (BIG) raised its dividend 20.00% (https://goo.gl/ZW3LzC)
• Gentex Corporation (GNTX) raised its dividend 10.00% (https://goo.gl/exVyEm)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• Cominar REIT (TSE:CUF.UN) cut its dividend 36.84% (https://goo.gl/V7rzTq)

Top Dividend Raises & Cuts for February 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week – both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.

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Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Feb 26, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Israel Chemicals Ltd. (ICL) raised its dividend 22.73% (https://goo.gl/1CPm5t)
• Willis Towers Watson PLC (WLTW) raised its dividend 13.21% (https://goo.gl/njYsZL)
• Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) raised its dividend 13.79% (https://goo.gl/YBpqRd)
• Carter's, Inc. (CRI) raised its dividend 21.62% (https://goo.gl/39gtqi)
• Delek US Holdings, Inc. (DK) raised its dividend 33.33% (https://goo.gl/izKFmc)
• Bank of Nova Scotia (TSE:BNS) raised its dividend 3.80% (https://goo.gl/jMSz5t)
• First Midwest Bancorp Inc (FMBI) raised its dividend 10.00% (https://goo.gl/NrJhBJ)
• Equity Lifestyle Properties, Inc. (ELS) raised its dividend 12.82% (https://goo.gl/PiFgza)
• EOG Resources Inc (EOG) raised its dividend 10.45% (https://goo.gl/dC68JU)
• Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI) raised its dividend 6.67% (https://goo.gl/jDnoCs)
• Eaton Corporation, PLC Ordinary Shares (ETN) raised its dividend 10.00% (https://goo.gl/scE6As)
• Rio Tinto plc (ADR) (RIO) raised its dividend 61.77% (https://goo.gl/9u17Ng)
• Silgan Holdings Inc. (SLGN) raised its dividend 11.11% (https://goo.gl/HEDSMx)
• TJX Companies Inc (TJX) raised its dividend 24.60% (https://goo.gl/SPq1gh)
• PrairieSky Royalty Ltd (TSE:PSK) raised its dividend 4.00% (https://goo.gl/cXvrTR)
• Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSE:CNQ) raised its dividend 21.82% (https://goo.gl/cH2tEY)
• Copa Holdings, S.A. (CPA) raised its dividend 16.00% (https://goo.gl/rsSu4X)
• Pan American Silver Corp. (USA) (PAAS) raised its dividend 40.00% (https://goo.gl/xLwTMh)
• Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSE:TD) raised its dividend 11.67% (https://goo.gl/f48ZFH)
• Kohl's Corporation (KSS) raised its dividend 10.91% (https://goo.gl/7EVDGU)
• WGL Holdings Inc (WGL) raised its dividend 0.98% (https://goo.gl/c6DbDh)
• Bloomin' Brands Inc (BLMN) raised its dividend 12.50% (https://goo.gl/j4L7ph)
• Principal Financial Group Inc (PFG) raised its dividend 4.08% (https://goo.gl/6k46Ug)
• Altria Group Inc (MO) raised its dividend 6.06% (https://goo.gl/Cuf3wp)
• Husky Energy Inc. (TSE:HSE) re-initiated issuing dividends (https://goo.gl/YzF1SV)
• Gap Inc (GPS) raised its dividend 5.43% (https://goo.gl/ann9Cg)
• Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (WYN) raised its dividend 5.43% (https://goo.gl/msygmp)
• Torchmark Corporation (TMK) raised its dividend 6.67% (https://goo.gl/3dS6T8)
• Digital Realty Trust, Inc. (DLR) raised its dividend 8.60% (https://goo.gl/pgd3f1)
• Kronos Worldwide, Inc. (KRO) raised its dividend 13.33% (https://goo.gl/m6rJGP)
• Best Buy Co Inc (BBY) raised its dividend 32.35% (https://goo.gl/SymmhU)
• Taubman Centers, Inc. (TCO) raised its dividend 4.80% (https://goo.gl/2iocv9)
• Parkland Fuel Corp (TSE:PKI) raised its dividend 1.74% (https://goo.gl/Wa6JzG)
• Vermilion Energy Inc (TSE:VET) raised its dividend 6.98% (https://goo.gl/uXuePa)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Feb 19, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Waste Management, Inc. (WM) raised its dividend 9.41% (https://goo.gl/U9TTS7)
• Home Depot Inc (HD) raised its dividend 15.73% (https://goo.gl/SVpbDE)
• Newmont Mining Corp (NEM) raised its dividend 86.67% (https://goo.gl/kaDgV8)
• Genuine Parts Company (GPC) raised its dividend 6.67% (https://goo.gl/JUh9rp)
• Walmart Inc (WMT) raised its dividend 1.96% (https://goo.gl/V8cLuw)
• Steel Dynamics, Inc. (STLD) raised its dividend 20.97% (https://goo.gl/DqwNZ4)
• Dun & Bradstreet Corp (DNB) raised its dividend 3.98% (https://goo.gl/YuWBEw)
• Public Service Enterprise Group Inc. (PEG) raised its dividend 4.65% (https://goo.gl/sQq2BX)
• QTS Realty Trust Inc (QTS) raised its dividend 5.13% (https://goo.gl/x91CvR)
• ServisFirst Bancshares, Inc. (SFBS) raised its dividend 120.00% (https://goo.gl/i1Fszj)
• Danaher Corporation (DHR) raised its dividend 14.29% (https://goo.gl/QHARWv)
• Assured Guaranty Ltd. (AGO) raised its dividend 12.28% (https://goo.gl/qJRoNV)
• Garmin Ltd. (GRMN) raised its dividend 3.92% (https://goo.gl/J5dGzB)
• Maple Leaf Foods Inc (TSE:MFI) raised its dividend 18.18% (https://goo.gl/JY5yFM)
• Foot Locker, Inc. (FL) raised its dividend 11.29% (https://goo.gl/yMzVCF)
• GlaxoSmithKline plc (LON:GSK) raised its dividend 21.05% (https://goo.gl/e22epv)
• Teradyne, Inc. (TER) raised its dividend 28.57% (https://goo.gl/V1SEmc)
• Xcel Energy (XEL) Inc raised its dividend 5.56% (https://goo.gl/TJpg2X)
• Williams Companies Inc (WMB) raised its dividend 13.33% (https://goo.gl/vW3RAu)
• Essex Property Trust Inc (ESS) raised its dividend 6.29% (https://goo.gl/vtcTp1)
• Texas Pacific Land Trust (TPL) raised its dividend 200.00% (https://goo.gl/hMNCj7)
• ILG Inc (ILG) raised its dividend 16.67% (https://goo.gl/R4J7b8)
• Macquarie Infrastructure Corp (MIC) raised its dividend 1.41% (https://goo.gl/5v56RX)
• Magna International Inc. (USA) (MGA) raised its dividend 20.00% (https://goo.gl/zFEP5o)
• Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Ltd (NTB) raised its dividend 18.75% (https://goo.gl/BPWtXv)
• Cogent Communications Holdings Inc (CCOI) raised its dividend 4.17% (https://goo.gl/pp641L)
• Stantec Inc. (TSE:STN) raised its dividend 10.00% (https://goo.gl/Ad8CvP)
• Insperity Inc (NSP) raised its dividend 33.33% (https://goo.gl/RD4tTf)
• Gildan Activewear Inc (USA) (GIL) raised its dividend 19.79% (https://goo.gl/nwW27q)
• CyrusOne Inc (CONE) raised its dividend 9.52% (https://goo.gl/VSYgYe)
• Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSE:CM) raised its dividend 2.31% (https://goo.gl/YmA5Hb)
• Forest City Realty Trust Inc (FCE.A) raised its dividend 28.57% (https://goo.gl/8KkB6F)
• PPL Corp (PPL) raised its dividend 3.80% (https://goo.gl/ZVSU8i)
• Chubb Ltd (CB) raised its dividend 2.82% (https://goo.gl/fP7ev3)
• Old Republic International Corporation (ORI) raised its dividend 2.63% (https://goo.gl/t3se69)
• Universal Display Corporation (OLED) raised its dividend 100.00% (https://goo.gl/jDnNh4)
• Corecivic Inc (CXW) raised its dividend 2.38% (https://goo.gl/8jLgw2)
• Prologis Inc (PLD) raised its dividend 9.09% (https://goo.gl/3EqQ7w)
• Lamar Advertising Company (LAMR) raised its dividend 9.64% (https://goo.gl/NvdYa9)
• Sempra Energy (SRE) raised its dividend 8.81% (https://goo.gl/K649TC)
• Cimarex Energy Co (XEC) raised its dividend 100.00% (https://goo.gl/YpmZMC)
• Huntsman Corporation (HUN) raised its dividend 30.00% (https://goo.gl/v3Lpcu)
• Cinemark Holdings, Inc. (CNK) raised its dividend 10.34% (https://goo.gl/83Hqzr)
• LyondellBasell Industries NV (LYB) raised its dividend 11.11% (https://goo.gl/nLtCKC)
• Albemarle Corporation (ALB) raised its dividend 4.69% (https://goo.gl/Gc3JZK)
• Telephone & Data Systems, Inc. (TDS) raised its dividend 3.23% (https://goo.gl/G4wUWi)
• COCA-COLA EUROPEAN (AMS:CCE) raised its dividend 23.81% (https://goo.gl/qkq1Rx)
• Royal Bank of Canada (TSE:RY) raised its dividend 3.30% (https://goo.gl/3HMLpe)
• Toromont Industries Ltd (TSE:TIH) raised its dividend 21.05% (https://goo.gl/AZaVeh)
• Southwest Gas Holdings Inc (SWX) raised its dividend 5.05% (https://goo.gl/YMvsQt)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• Macquarie Infrastructure Corp (MIC) cut its dividend 30.56% (https://goo.gl/j8SPHf)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Feb 12, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation (BAH) raised its dividend 11.76% (https://goo.gl/sc6ai1)
• MarketAxess Holdings Inc. (MKTX) raised its dividend 27.27% (https://goo.gl/jjdCmb)
• CSX Corporation raised its dividend 10.00% (https://goo.gl/Cr2xwc)
• Jack Henry & Associates, Inc. (JKHY) raised its dividend 19.35% (https://goo.gl/bWbVsJ)
• L3 Technologies Inc (LLL) raised its dividend 6.67% (https://goo.gl/NiAdyv)
• Genpact Limited (G) raised its dividend 25.00% (https://goo.gl/JBMAo3)
• Ryder System, Inc. (R) raised its dividend 13.04% (https://goo.gl/4JVZ2h)
• Arch Coal, Inc. Class A (ARCH) raised its dividend 14.29% (https://goo.gl/HSvdTB)
• AllianceBernstein Holding LP (AB) raised its dividend 64.71% (https://goo.gl/JyiFSs)
• Xylem Inc (XYL) raised its dividend 16.67% (https://goo.gl/E6tBy7)
• Applied Industrial Technologies (AIT) raised its dividend 3.45% (https://goo.gl/DEdXmT)
• PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) raised its dividend 15.22% (https://goo.gl/92zoVp)
• Chemours Co (CC) raised its dividend 466.67% (https://goo.gl/8adPwy)
• T. Rowe Price Group Inc (TROW) raised its dividend 22.81% (https://goo.gl/EkJDtT)
• Service Corporation International (SCI) raised its dividend 13.33% (https://goo.gl/2T81Jc)
• Robert Half International Inc. (RHI) raised its dividend 16.67% (https://goo.gl/cRXzzq)
• Clorox Co (CLX) raised its dividend 14.29% (https://goo.gl/5XRrE6)
• Autoliv Inc. (ALV) raised its dividend 3.33% (https://goo.gl/uhtv8T)
• Lear Corporation (LEA) raised its dividend 40.00% (https://goo.gl/FTxrDy)
• KLA-Tencor Corp (KLAC) raised its dividend 27.12% (https://goo.gl/8VG5tT)
• Sherwin-Williams Co (SHW) raised its dividend 1.18% (https://goo.gl/GBzAY3)
• Equinix, Inc. (EQIX) raised its dividend 14.00% (https://goo.gl/edDfb5)
• Stifel Financial Corp (SF) raised its dividend 20.00% (https://goo.gl/ncLhQM)
• The Western Union Company (WU) raised its dividend 8.57% (https://goo.gl/j1RMNx)
• Interpublic Group of Companies Inc (IPG) raised its dividend 16.67% (https://goo.gl/fUFXe1)
• FLIR Systems, Inc. (FLIR) raised its dividend 6.67% (https://goo.gl/XBz6Hc)
• Wyndham Worldwide Corporation (WYN) raised its dividend 13.79% (https://goo.gl/gKgTkg)
• Brookfield Asset Management Inc (BAM) raised its dividend 7.14% (https://goo.gl/Q4kBAm)
• RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSE:REI.UN) raised its dividend 2.13% (https://goo.gl/8TZn8z)
• TransCanada Corporation (TSE:TRP) raised its dividend 10.40% (https://goo.gl/haF5Xi)
• Regency Centers Corp (REG) raised its dividend 4.72% (https://goo.gl/ZNfNvS)
• Dicks Sporting Goods Inc (DKS) raised its dividend 32.35% (https://goo.gl/e2qczJ)
• Perrigo Company plc Ordinary Shares (PRGO) raised its dividend 18.75% (https://goo.gl/vwSB7p)
• The Coca-Cola Co (KO) raised its dividend 5.41% (https://goo.gl/AVaHyy)
• AbbVie Inc (ABBV) raised its dividend 35.21% (https://goo.gl/JjRRHt)
• Wendys Co (WEN) raised its dividend 21.43% (https://goo.gl/XMNLTS)
• Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (MPW) raised its dividend 4.17% (https://goo.gl/MZb3uW)
• Nu Skin Enterprises, Inc. (NUS) raised its dividend 1.39% (https://goo.gl/rh3fZZ)
• National Health Investors Inc (NHI) raised its dividend 5.26% (https://goo.gl/x3GV7s)
• Microchip Technology Inc. (MCHP) raised its dividend 0.14% (https://goo.gl/VKsKZL)
• Prudential Financial Inc (PRU) raised its dividend 20.00% (https://goo.gl/xjAhrg)
• ITT Inc. (ITT) raised its dividend 4.69% (https://goo.gl/7qwkt3)
• NextEra Energy Inc (NEE) raised its dividend 12.98% (https://goo.gl/vBXSZE)
• Dana Inc (DAN) raised its dividend 66.67% (https://goo.gl/ah9sTa)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)

Dividend Raises & Cuts - Week of Feb 5, 2018

Dividend growth investing is a popular model followed by the investing community to build assets. Companies which not only pay dividends, but raise them year after year have been shown to perform better overall for investor returns. On the flip side, it is also important to keep an eye on the dividend cuts, which could signal troubling times ahead for a company. This post captures the announcements of changes in dividend amount for the week - both increases and cuts.

Note that only $2B+ (Midcap+) companies are included in this list.




Following companies announced dividend increases this week

• Dunkin Brands Group Inc (DNKN) raised its dividend 7.75% (https://goo.gl/zr6AcG)
• S&P Global Inc (SPGI) raised its dividend 21.95% (https://goo.gl/rgoMji)
• Archer Daniels Midland Co (ADM) raised its dividend 4.69% (https://goo.gl/H223E5)
• Harley-Davidson Inc (HOG) raised its dividend 1.37% (https://goo.gl/xjaKf2)
• FirstService Corp (FSV) raised its dividend 10.20% (https://goo.gl/AE9T8A)
• Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD) raised its dividend 9.62% (https://goo.gl/5bfyD4)
• Pioneer Natural Resources (PXD) raised its dividend 300.00% (https://goo.gl/wvmML5)
• Associated Banc Corp (ASB) raised its dividend 7.14% (https://goo.gl/3bwg2v)
• J2 Global Inc (JCOM) raised its dividend 2.53% (https://goo.gl/CviBzj)
• Cheniere Energy Partners LP Holdings LLC (CQH) raised its dividend 13.33% (https://goo.gl/a2La3u)
• Highwoods Properties Inc (HIW) raised its dividend 5.11% (https://goo.gl/ffJs9s)
• Avnet, Inc. (AVT) raised its dividend 5.56% (https://goo.gl/bzpoq6)
• Viper Energy Partners LP (VNOM) raised its dividend 36.50% (https://goo.gl/B3DhWs)
• Freeport-McMoRan Inc (FCX) cut its dividend 0.00% (https://goo.gl/Uo2oMB)
• Cognizant Technology Solutions Corp (CTSH) raised its dividend 33.33% (https://goo.gl/VtbCSw)
• Hasbro, Inc. (HAS) raised its dividend 10.53% (https://goo.gl/dGmPU7)
• Intercontinental Exchange Inc (ICE) raised its dividend 20.00% (https://goo.gl/7zRyUn)
• Brookfield Renewable Partners LP (BEP) raised its dividend 4.81% (https://goo.gl/pxpv5d)
• Anadarko Petroleum Corporation (APC) raised its dividend 400.00% (https://goo.gl/KJEXyj)
• Corning Incorporated (GLW) raised its dividend 16.13% (https://goo.gl/mHs7wv)
• Six Flags Entertainment Corp (SIX) raised its dividend 11.43% (https://goo.gl/uFA4Bp)
• Manulife Financial Corporation (MFC) raised its dividend 7.32% (https://goo.gl/PJwEfo)
• Primerica, Inc. (PRI) raised its dividend 25.00% (https://goo.gl/qGkuXx)
• Eversource Energy (ES) raised its dividend 6.32% (https://goo.gl/7dRuuo)
• Allstate Corp (ALL) raised its dividend 24.32% (https://goo.gl/46KiBS)
• CME Group Inc (CME) raised its dividend 6.06% (https://goo.gl/j7VP3e)
• Suncor Energy Inc. (TSE:SU) raised its dividend 12.50% (https://goo.gl/1AFHRr)
• Bemis Company, Inc. (BMS) raised its dividend 3.33% (https://goo.gl/6YWyf3)
• W. R. Grace & Co (GRA) raised its dividend 14.29% (https://goo.gl/qpqRFb)
• Domtar Corp (USA) (UFS) raised its dividend 4.82% (https://goo.gl/Rz8AfP)
• BCE Inc. (TSE:BCE) raised its dividend 5.23% (https://goo.gl/vwHfHR)
• Old Dominion Freight Line (ODFL) raised its dividend 30.00% (https://goo.gl/RH5d6g)
• Melco Resorts & Entertainment Ltd(ADR) (MLCO) raised its dividend 50.00% (https://goo.gl/3tnf5Y)
• Brookfield Property Partners LP (BPY) raised its dividend 6.78% (https://goo.gl/fgcHpx)
• SkyWest, Inc. (SKYW) raised its dividend 25.00% (https://goo.gl/M84ExA)
• Union Pacific Corporation (UNP) raised its dividend 9.77% (https://goo.gl/RGXskn)
• Monolithic Power Systems, Inc. (MPWR) raised its dividend 50.00% (https://goo.gl/ywwxw3)
• RenaissanceRe Holdings Ltd. (RNR) raised its dividend 3.13% (https://goo.gl/NmeFtn)
• United Parcel Service, Inc. (UPS) raised its dividend 9.64% (https://goo.gl/1iaExH)
• Wolverine World Wide, Inc. (WWW) raised its dividend 33.33% (https://goo.gl/hzc4qU)
• Allegion PLC (ALLE) raised its dividend 31.25% (https://goo.gl/jxxcHm)
• Spectra Energy Partners, LP (SEP) raised its dividend 1.72% (https://goo.gl/Adki7d)
• Southern Copper Corp (SCCO) raised its dividend 20.00% (https://goo.gl/AvTiwg)
• Kinnevik AB ser. A (STO:KINV-A) raised its dividend 3.13% (https://goo.gl/XvAwmx)
• Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (BIP) raised its dividend 8.05% (https://goo.gl/7ZLY1y)
• Terex Corporation (TEX) raised its dividend 25.00% (https://goo.gl/uuGYup)
• Allergan plc Ordinary Shares (AGN) raised its dividend 2.86% (https://goo.gl/Pa1tiF)
• Sampo Oyj (HEL:SAMPO) raised its dividend 13.04% (https://goo.gl/c28vFY)
• United Community Banks, Inc. (UCBI) raised its dividend 20.00% (https://goo.gl/pZhQyD)
• Vulcan Materials Company (VMC) raised its dividend 12.00% (https://goo.gl/qF4Qut)
• Intact Financial Corporation (TSE:IFC) raised its dividend 9.37% (https://goo.gl/aqTEgc)
• Humana Inc (HUM) raised its dividend 25.00% (https://goo.gl/a1mSzW)
• Church & Dwight Co., Inc. (CHD) raised its dividend 14.74% (https://goo.gl/GQ8Rtv)

Following companies announced dividend cuts this week

• (none)