In August 2026, several blue-chip Dividend Kings and Aristocrats, including Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, and McDonald's, continued their long-standing tradition of raising dividends. These companies showed strong cash flow, brand resilience, and recent dividend increases, making them attractive for income-focused investors despite market volatility and sector-specific risks. Upcoming ex-dividend dates in late August and early September offer opportunities for investors seeking stable yield and dividend safety.
Bridgewater Associates, led by Ray Dalio, disclosed a $24.4 billion stock portfolio as of June 30, 2026, with a strong focus on ETFs like SPY and IVV, which make up over 25% of holdings. The hedge fund increased its ETF positions but reduced stakes i...
Five Dividend Aristocrats—Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, McDonald's, Coca-Cola, and Automatic Data Processing—continue to demonstrate reliable dividend growth streaks of 25 years or more. Each company shows strong earnings and cash flow, suppor...
Johnson & Johnson has delivered a strong 28% total return year-to-date in 2026, outperforming major benchmarks like the S&P 500 ETF and healthcare sector ETF XLV. Despite solid second-quarter results and an upgraded full-year 2026 guidance driven by ...
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. Johns...
