5 Stocks With Recent Dividend Hike for a Stable Portfolio

Consequently, the terminal rate of the benchmark lending rate increased to 5.1% this year instead of 4.6% projected in March. The Fed kept the existing interest rate range of 5.25-5.5% intact, and, the statement regarding inflation was almost the same. Stocks in Focus Hancock Whitney is likely to meet debt obligations and sustain its capital distribution plans, given a solid liquidity position. Further, high rates will aid HWC's net interest margin (NIM) expansion. We expect NIM to rise to 3.39% this year. ...