I monitor dividend announcements for more than 1,200 dividend-paying stocks and report on them in a weekly article series published at Seeking Alpha.
This week, 9 stocks in my database announced dividend increases, including three stocks I own: LRCX, INTU, and MO.
LRCX delivered the largest increase (26.92%) and boasts the highest Quality Score, but its yield is minimal at 0.44%, and valuation appears stretched.
INTU stands out for its robust safety metrics, 15% dividend hike, low payout ratios, and a forward-looking 16.16% dividend growth rate, though fair value estimates diverge.
Celebrating the announced increases for stocks I own is satisfying, but a dividend increase carries a broader signal: it tells me a company has the cash flow and confidence to sustain a higher baseline payout. On the flip side, a dividend cut, or even an unexpected token increase, can signal that the company's outlook may be weakening.
By studying dividend-safety data across all announcers, I can highlight stocks worth adding to your watchlist and the warning signs to monitor.
Please read this article at Seeking Alpha.
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