Core Insights - The indicated net changes in U.S. domestic common stock dividends increased by $10.6 billion in Q3 2025, compared to $7.4 billion in Q2 2025 and $9.5 billion in Q3 2024 [1][5][6] - Dividend growth remains slow due to concerns over cash commitments and uncertainties related to tariff policies affecting sales and costs [1][2] - The total dividend payments for the S&P 500 on a per share basis increased by 1.7% to $19.81 in Q3 2025, and by 6.0% compared to Q3 2024 [3][5] Dividend Increases - In Q3 2025, U.S. common dividend increases totaled $14.0 billion, a 43.0% increase from $9.8 billion in Q2 2025 but a slight decrease of 0.7% from $14.1 billion in Q3 2024 [5][6] - For the 12-month period ending September 2025, total dividend increases were $57.5 billion, down 23.1% from $74.7 billion in the previous 12-month period [7][6] - A total of 421 dividend increases were reported in Q3 2025, down 12.3% year-over-year from 480 in Q3 2024 [6][5] Dividend Decreases - In Q3 2025, dividend decreases amounted to $3.4 billion, a 46.1% increase from $2.3 billion in Q2 2025 but a decrease of 25.2% from $4.6 billion in Q3 2024 [5][13] - For the 12-month period ending September 2025, 171 issues decreased their dividend payments, a 22.1% increase compared to 140 in the prior 12-month period [13][5] - The total dividend decreases for the current 12-month period were $12.4 billion, down 36.4% from $19.5 billion in the previous period [13][5] Dividend Yields - The weighted indicated dividend yield for paying issues was 2.49% in Q3 2025, down from 2.70% in Q2 2025 and 2.69% in Q3 2024 [13][5] - The average indicated yield decreased to 3.11% in Q3 2025 compared to 3.23% in Q2 2025 and 3.18% in Q3 2024 [13][5] - Yields for large-cap, mid-cap, and small-cap stocks decreased in Q3 2025, indicating that prices increased faster than dividends [13][5]

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Mercedes-Benz Cars reported third quarter (Q3) sales of 441,500 vehicles, down 3% from the previous quarter and 12% from the same period in 2024. Year-to-date (YTD), sales totalled 1,341,400 units, an 8% decline versus the prior year, with performance shaped by market conditions and tariff policies that particularly affected the US and China. Regionally, Europe was comparatively steady. Q3 sales in Europe were 160,800, up 1% quarter-on-quarter and 2% year-on-year; YTD slipped 1% to 469,100. Germany contr ...

September is a month full of hedge-fund conferences in New York, Connecticut, London, and more. People on the ground at these events told Business Insider what the chatter was about. Goldman Sachs and Kepler hosted events at sports stadiums, while Morgan Stanley and Citi opted for smaller venues. September brings cooler weather, weekends filled with football, and plenty of hedge fund conferences. Last month, managers and allocators in the $4.7 trillion industry had many opportunities to compare no ...

Union Pacific (UNP) CEO Jim Vena says the American economy remains resilient — even if some cracks are starting to show. "The consumer, from everything we see, is still strong at this point," Vena told Yahoo Finance at Ford's Pro Accelerate conference in Detroit, Mich. "They are still out there spending, they're still out there moving." Pressed on whether a slowdown is underway, Vena acknowledged weakness in parts of the economy, but emphasized broader strength. "In specific segments, there is, you can ...

Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) placed the blame for surging goods prices in the U.S. squarely on President Donald Trump’s trade and tariff policies. ‘Chaotic Tariff Policies’ To Blame On Wednesday, in a post on X, Warren said that she doesn’t always agree with Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, but “he is right,” she said, on his post-Federal Open Market Committee meeting remarks when he blamed price i ...

Economic Outlook - The economic environment in 2025 is expected to remain volatile, influenced by President Trump's tariff policies and rising living costs, leading to shaky consumer confidence [1] Financial Strategies - Economists are warning of a potential recession, prompting individuals to seek ways to save money despite financial challenges [2] - Reviewing and setting new financial goals is essential as personal circumstances change, such as buying a home or experiencing life events [3] Spending Habits - To improve savings, individuals are encouraged to adopt better spending habits, such as dining out less, canceling unused subscriptions, and investing in energy-efficient appliances to reduce utility costs [4] Debt Management - It is advisable to prioritize paying off high-interest debt quickly, utilizing methods like the "snowball method" to tackle smaller debts first, which can create a sense of accomplishment [6][7] Savings Approach - Treating savings as a mandatory expense, similar to paying bills, can help individuals prioritize their savings and ensure consistent contributions [8]

Market Overview - Asian shares exhibited mixed trading patterns, with Hong Kong's Hang Seng increasing by 0.1% to 26,421.63, while the Shanghai Composite decreased by 0.1% to 3,866.37, amid concerns regarding China's economic performance [1] - The S&P 500 on Wall Street slightly declined by less than 0.1% from its all-time high, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 273 points (0.6%), and the Nasdaq composite rose by 0.4% [4] Economic Indicators - China's economy showed signs of continued decline in August, with key activity readings falling short of market expectations. Retail sales rose by only 3.4%, marking a 12-month low, down from 5.7% in July and 6.8% in June [2] - Analysts suggest that the slowdown in China's economy warrants additional short-term stimulus efforts to bolster growth [2] Trade and Tariff Impact - The shift in economic dynamics is evident as Beijing's reliance on exports has diminished due to U.S. tariffs disrupting supply chains, which has contributed to the economic slowdown [3] Bond and Energy Markets - In the bond market, the yield on the 10-year Treasury rose to 4.06% from 4.01%, indicating a recovery from earlier declines [5] - In energy trading, U.S. crude oil prices increased by 37 cents to $63.06 per barrel, while Brent crude rose by 36 cents to $67.35 per barrel [5] Currency Trading - The U.S. dollar slightly appreciated to 147.67 Japanese yen from 147.65 yen, while the euro remained stable at $1.1732 [6]

Economic Policy & Potential Risks - Surging debt and deficits pose a challenge [1] - Relentless attack on US central bank independence creates uncertainty [1] - Aggressive tariff policies, the most in almost a century, could disrupt markets [1] Market Outlook - Despite potential chaos, the bond market's reaction is unexpected [1]

Group 1 - Discretionary spending has faced challenges due to economic uncertainties, particularly influenced by Trump's tariff policies, leading to consumer uncertainty about the future [1] - Despite the overall decline in discretionary spending, certain sectors, such as department stores, have shown resilience [1]