Five US-listed Dividend Kings—Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola, Colgate-Palmolive, and Lowe's—have announced dividend increases and reported earnings reflecting resilience amid economic challenges like tariffs and currency swings. Johnson & Johnson raised dividends by 3.1% with strong revenue growth, while Procter & Gamble marked its 70th consecutive dividend hike despite some revenue misses. Coca-Cola showed standout growth with a raised outlook, Colgate-Palmolive benefited from pricing power, and Lowe's, despite a slight earnings miss, remains a long-term buy with a recent dividend increase. Investors should watch Lowe's upcoming earnings closely due to housing market concerns.
Three dividend stocks—Johnson & Johnson, Realty Income, and JPMorgan Chase—are highlighted as strong retirement investments due to their reliable and growing payouts. Johnson & Johnson boasts a 64-year streak of dividend increases supported by accele...
PepsiCo announced that Joaquin Duato, Chairman and CEO of Johnson & Johnson, will join its Board of Directors as an independent member effective December 1, 2026. Duato will serve on the Audit Committee, bringing over three decades of leadership expe...
