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Target Raises Quarterly Dividend: What It Means for Investors in 2025
ZACKS· 2025-06-13 14:11
Key Takeaways TGT raised its quarterly dividend by 1.8% to $1.14 per share, payable on Sept. 1, 2025. TGT's buybacks continue, with $251M spent in Q1 and $8.4B left under its current repurchase plan. Despite efficiency gains, weak traffic and pressured categories may slow Target's recovery in 2025.Target Corporation (TGT) has once again demonstrated its commitment to rewarding its shareholders by announcing a 1.8% increase in its quarterly dividend. The retail giant raised its dividend from $1.12 to $1.14 ...
Idacorp: Cash In On The AI Boom And Buy Now
Seeking Alpha· 2025-06-13 12:15
As an analyst and an investor, I tend to think of myself as a big-picture guy. Think about the present and extrapolate that to the future. From there, I believe thatHi, my name is Kody. Aside from my articles here on Seeking Alpha, I am also a regular contributor to Sure Dividend, The Dividend Kings, and iREIT+Hoya Capital. I have been investing since September 2017 (age 20) and interested in dividend investing since about 2009.Since July 2018, I have ran Kody's Dividends. This is a blog that is documenting ...
First Commonwealth Financial (FCF) is a Top Dividend Stock Right Now: Should You Buy?
ZACKS· 2025-06-12 16:46
Whether it's through stocks, bonds, ETFs, or other types of securities, all investors love seeing their portfolios score big returns. But when you're an income investor, your primary focus is generating consistent cash flow from each of your liquid investments.Cash flow can come from bond interest, interest from other types of investments, and of course, dividends. A dividend is that coveted distribution of a company's earnings paid out to shareholders, and investors often view it by its dividend yield, a m ...
5 Solid Dividend Stocks With Rising Payouts for Safe Income
ZACKS· 2025-06-12 15:50
Key Takeaways INTU, FOX, QFIN, UGI and INGR show consistent dividend growth and strong long-term earnings potential. These stocks witnessed positive estimate revisions and boast solid expected earnings growth this fiscal year. Each company ranks in the top Zacks tiers and carries a Growth Score of A or B for added upside potential.Wall Street staged a nice comeback from the lows hit in early April and is currently hovering near record highs. Optimism around U.S.-China trade negotiations, easing inflation ...
ONEOK: Now Is The Time To Buy Again (Rating Upgrade)
Seeking Alpha· 2025-06-12 11:25
Hi, my name is Kody. Aside from my articles here on Seeking Alpha, I am also a regular contributor to Sure Dividend, The Dividend Kings, and iREIT+Hoya Capital. I have been investing since September 2017 (age 20) and interested in dividend investing since about 2009.Since July 2018, I have ran Kody's Dividends. This is a blog that is documenting my journey towards financial independence using dividend growth investing as the means to transform the dream of financial independence into a reality. It's also th ...
Scotiabank: Buy Now After The Dividend Boost
Seeking Alpha· 2025-06-11 11:30
Seeking Alpha's Disclosure: Past performance is no guarantee of future results. No recommendation or advice is being given as to whether any investment is suitable for a particular investor. Any views or opinions expressed above may not reflect those of Seeking Alpha as a whole. Seeking Alpha is not a licensed securities dealer, broker or US investment adviser or investment bank. Our analysts are third party authors that include both professional investors and individual investors who may not be licensed or ...
BRO Lags Industry, Trades at Premium: What Should Investors Do Now?
ZACKS· 2025-06-10 15:16
Core Insights - Brown & Brown, Inc. (BRO) shares have increased by 20.4% over the past year, underperforming the industry and Finance sector growth rates of 23.4% and 20.7%, respectively, but outperforming the Zacks S&P 500 composite return of 11.6% [1] - The company has a market capitalization of $30.91 billion, with an average trading volume of 1.8 million shares over the last three months [1] Valuation - BRO shares are trading at a premium with a price-to-forward 12-month earnings ratio of 24.9X, compared to the industry average of 22.71X [4] - Other insurers like Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (AJG) and Erie Indemnity Company (ERIE) are also trading at multiples higher than the industry average, while Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. (MMC) is trading at a discount [4] Growth Projections - The Zacks Consensus Estimate for BRO's 2025 earnings per share indicates an 8.5% year-over-year increase, with revenues projected at $5.20 billion, reflecting an 8.2% improvement [5] - For 2026, the consensus estimates suggest an increase of 8.8% in earnings per share and 8.1% in revenues compared to 2025 [5] - Earnings have grown by 21.5% over the past five years, surpassing the industry average of 15.2% [6] Strategic Initiatives - BRO has completed 687 acquisitions since 1993, leveraging strategic buyouts to capture market opportunities and enhance its product and service portfolio [8][13] - The company has a strong liquidity position supported by its diverse business model and operational expertise [14] - BRO has raised dividends for 30 consecutive years, with a five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7% [8][15] Analyst Sentiment - Recent bearish sentiment from analysts has led to lowered estimates for 2025 and 2026, with the consensus estimate for 2025 earnings down by 0.4% and for 2026 down by 1.3% over the past 60 days [9] - The average price target from 13 analysts is $119.77 per share, indicating a potential upside of 8.3% from the last closing price [10] Revenue Drivers - Commissions and fees, the main revenue component, benefit from increasing new business, strong retention, and continued rate increases across most coverage lines [12] - The company has met its intermediate annual revenue goal of $4 billion, doubling its revenue in the last five years [12] Conclusion - Factors such as new business, strong retention, rate increases, strategic buyouts, and a solid dividend history position the company well for future growth [16] - The robust capital position reflects financial flexibility, supporting ongoing investments and shareholder returns [16]
Casey's General Stores: Strong Performance, But Valuation May Need A Correction
Seeking Alpha· 2025-06-10 15:00
Until last year, I was unfamiliar with Casey's General Stores (NASDAQ: CASY ), a dividend growth stock that seemed to be of the highest-quality. And this is apparent by their expensive valuation. With a current forward P/E over 30x, above their 5-year average, theContributing analyst to the iREIT+Hoya Capital investment group. The Dividend Collectuh is not a registered investment professional nor financial advisor and these articles should not be taken as financial advice. This is for educational purposes o ...
EIC: Reduced Dividend, But Greater Appeal
Seeking Alpha· 2025-06-10 13:38
Collateralized Loan Obligations are essentially pools of debt that have been bundled together and broken down and categorized by rating and risk profile, otherwise known as tranches. As we remain in a higher interest rate environment, CLOFinancial analyst by day and a seasoned investor by passion, I've been involved in the world of investing for over 15 years and honed my skills in analyzing lucrative opportunities within the market.I specialize in uncovering high quality dividend stocks and other assets th ...
Visa: A Cornerstone Of My Portfolio Since 2016 - And Its Evolution Keeps Me Bullish
Seeking Alpha· 2025-06-09 19:50
Visa (NYSE: V ) has served as a cornerstone of my portfolio since 2016 and my conviction in the company and industry outlook has never wavered. It’s truly a ‘hold forever’ stock in my opinion. I haven’t addedEarly 30s 'buy and hold' investor trying to achieve financial freedom to the greatest extent possible. Main focus within dividend growth investing & value. I've been investing for 10+ years and worked across several industries including finance, logistics, oil and pharma. Holding a Graduate Diploma with ...