Major S&P 500 companies like Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, Target, Ingersoll Rand, and Apple are significantly increasing dividends and share buybacks in 2026. Johnson & Johnson extended its dividend streak to 64 years, Procter & Gamble to 70 years, and Target declared its 235th consecutive quarterly dividend. Ingersoll Rand is aggressively returning capital through buybacks, while Apple authorized a massive $100 billion buyback program. These moves highlight a strong corporate focus on rewarding shareholders amid solid earnings growth and positive business momentum, signaling a robust environment for income investors.
Johnson & Johnson's stock has risen 13.73% year-to-date, driven by strong oncology sales and MedTech performance. Despite a recent earnings dip due to litigation costs and biosimilar competition, the company remains optimistic about accelerated growt...
The AAM S&P 500 High Dividend Value ETF (SPDV) selects high-yield, value-driven stocks from the S&P 500 while limiting sector concentration to ensure diversification. Its top holdings include financially strong companies like Johnson & Johnson, Micro...
This monthly series highlights five large-cap, dividend-paying stocks trading at significant discounts compared to their historical norms, selected from over 7,500 U.S.-listed companies. The primary list offers an average yield of 4.2%, with two addi...
Five Dividend Aristocrats with 54 to 70 years of consecutive dividend increases are currently trading below Wall Street price targets. Four of these companies recently beat earnings estimates, and Coca-Cola even raised its full-year guidance. Notable...
