12 stocks raised dividends last week; BMI and CBOE lead increases, DEO cuts by 52%.

Last week, 12 stocks announced dividend increases, with BMI raising dividends by 10% and CBOE leading with a 19.44% hike. Both BMI and CBOE show strong dividend safety and quality scores, making them attractive for income investors. However, DEO cut its dividend by 52.37% despite a strong balance sheet, illustrating that financial strength does not always ensure dividend stability. Other stocks like WGO and MDU showed warning signs with low-quality scores and high payout ratios, signaling potential risks for investors.