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  • Target (TGT) raises dividend 1.9%, it’s 52nd consecutive annual increase

    Target (TGT) raises dividend 1.9%, it’s 52nd consecutive annual increase

    The board of directors of Target Corporation (NYSE:TGT) has declared a quarterly dividend of $1.10 per common share, a 1.9% increase from the prior quarterly dividend of $1.08.  The dividend is payable Sept. 10, 2023 to shareholders of record at the close of business August 16, 2023.  The 3rd quarter dividend will be the company’s 224th consecutive dividend paid since October 1967 when…

  • Caterpillar (CAT) increases dividend by 8.3%, its 29th straight year

    Caterpillar (CAT) increases dividend by 8.3%, its 29th straight year

    The Board of Directors of Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) voted today to raise the quarterly dividend by ten cents, an 8% increase, to one dollar and thirty cents ($1.30) per share of common stock, payable August 18, 2023, to shareholders of record at the close of business on July 20, 2023. “We continue to generate…

  • Headwinds get stronger for Highwoods Properties (HIW)

    Headwinds get stronger for Highwoods Properties (HIW)

    With a focus on Sunbelt cities Highwoods Properties (HIW) has positioned itself as a relatively stable player in the market. As the economic outlook softens and remote work trends continue to shape the industry, Highwoods faces new hurdles that warrant careful consideration. While Highwoods Properties has maintained a solid foundation, the rise of remote and…

  • Realty Income (O) increases dividend by 0.2%, it’s 121st annual increase

    Realty Income (O) increases dividend by 0.2%, it’s 121st annual increase

    It ain’t nuttin… but it’s close to it. Regardless I’d rather see any increase than none at all. All kidding aside, Realty Income has a healthy 5% dividend yield so it’s still a quality dividend stock with a great track record. Realty Income Corporation (Realty Income, NYSE: O), The Monthly Dividend Company®, today announced its…

  • MDU Resources Group (MDU) takes next step to become a pure-play regulated utility and pipeline company

    MDU Resources Group (MDU) takes next step to become a pure-play regulated utility and pipeline company

    MDU’s decision to spin off Knife River Corporation as an independent entity demonstrates the company’s commitment to streamlining its operations. Previously, Knife River accounted for approximately 30% of MDU’s earnings, while the remaining business was divided between construction services (48% of profits), a regulated utility (39%), and pipelines (13%). The separation of Knife River allows…

  • KKR Real Estate Finance Trust (KREF) dividend at risk

    KKR Real Estate Finance Trust (KREF) dividend at risk

    KKR Real Estate Finance Trust (KREF), a commercial mortgage REIT, is encountering difficulties due to its office loan exposures. Recent financial filings have raised concerns about dividend safety and future performance. KREF owns a diverse portfolio of $8 billion in loans secured by multifamily, office, industrial, life science, and hospitality properties. It employs a mix…