A. O. Smith Rewards Shareholders With 6% Dividend Increase

In a shareholder-friendly move, A. O. Smith Corporation (AOS) recently announced a hike in its dividend payout. The company increased its quarterly dividend by 6% to 34 cents per share (annually: $1.36). The new dividend will be paid out on Nov. 15, 2024, to shareholders of record as of Oct. 31.The move underscores AOS’ sound financial health as it utilizes free cash flow to enhance its shareholders’ returns. The five-year compound annual growth rate of its’ dividend is about 8%. The company has increased i ...