Seven stocks raise dividends this week, led by ACN with a 4.91% increase and strong quality scores.

This week, seven stocks announced dividend increases, signaling confidence in their financial health. ACN stands out with a 4.91% dividend raise, backed by a high-quality score of 7.21 and an AA- S&P rating, suggesting strong investment potential with nearly 38% upside to fair value. Other notable increases include CHCO, DAC, and AFG, which posted double-digit hikes. OZK offers the highest income yield among investment-grade stocks at 4.50%, though its safety score is average. Some stocks like CNXC and FMAO show caution signs despite high yields or long dividend streaks, highlighting the importance of evaluating payout ratios and cash flow for dividend safety.

Among the dividend announcers, AFG trades at USD 141.36 on Pluang as of Oct 09, 2026 22:41 WIB, showing a slight 0.44% decline in one day. The stock's dividend yield stands at 2.73%, reflecting moderate income potential for investors. AFG's market cap is $11.77 billion, indicating its substantial size within the financial sector on the platform.