Dividend News
The latest dividend news — increases, cuts, special dividends and new initiations across the market. Every story is backed by the underlying dividend data and updated daily. For the full list in one table, see dividend increases & cuts this week.
Key facts: recent dividend changes
Data as of · Source: SmarterDividends data
- In the 30 days to Oct 29, 2026, 116 U.S.-listed companies raised their regular dividend and 2 cut it, by ex-dividend date. That is 58.0 increases for every cut.
- As of Oct 29, 2026, 106 U.S.-listed stocks in SmarterDividends' data have raised their dividend for 25 or more consecutive years.
- As of Oct 29, 2026, SmarterDividends tracks 2,949 U.S.-listed stocks, ETFs and funds that pay a dividend.
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SmarterDividends, "Dividend News," updated Oct 29, 2026, https://smarterdividends.com/news
Canadian Natural (CNQ) U.S. Dividend Rises 2.3% to $0.452, 26-Year Streak
Canadian Natural Resources’ CNQ dividend rises to $0.452 a share for U.S. holders as record operating results and cash flow support the quarterly payout.
Albemarle Raises Quarterly Dividend 1.2% to $0.41
Albemarle lifted its quarterly dividend to $0.41, extending a 31-year growth streak as cash generation improved and capital spending eased again.
Nordic American Tankers Raises Quarterly Dividend 22.73%
Nordic American Tankers increased its quarterly dividend to $0.27 per share, giving the shares a 14.86% forward yield at $7.21.
MDU Resources Raises Quarterly Dividend 3.57%
MDU Resources increased its quarterly dividend to $0.145 per share, with the shares trading ex-dividend on Sept. 10, 2026.
Northrim BanCorp Raises Quarterly Dividend 6.25%
Northrim BanCorp increased its quarterly dividend to $0.17 per share, extending its growth streak to 16 consecutive years.
International Seaways Raises Quarterly Dividend 11.0% to $5.05
International Seaways raises its quarterly dividend 11.0% to $5.05 after record cash generation, as tanker-rate volatility tempers the income picture.
Popular Raises Quarterly Dividend 20.0% to $0.90
Popular’s quarterly dividend rises 20.0% to $0.90, backed by a 20% earnings payout ratio, 7 years of growth and an A safety grade for shareholders.
Occidental Petroleum (OXY) Raises Dividend 7.7% to $0.28
Occidental Petroleum (OXY) raised its quarterly dividend to $0.28 a share, as debt reduction and cost savings strengthened its cash-flow capacity.
Kaspi.kz Raises Quarterly Dividend 19.5% to $2.149
Kaspi.kz raised its quarterly dividend 19.5% to $2.149 per share as first-half performance supported a higher distribution for ADS holders.
UMB Financial Raises Dividend 16.3% to $0.50, Extends 30-Year Streak
UMB Financial raised its quarterly dividend 16.3% to $0.50, backed by stronger earnings, a 14% payout ratio and a 30-year growth streak for shareholders.
Nordson Raises Quarterly Dividend 14.6% to $0.94
Nordson lifted its quarterly dividend 14.6% to $0.94, extending a long growth record as cash generation and higher guidance support coverage.
TELUS (TU) Cuts Dividend 54.7% to $0.136, Ends 10-Year Streak
TELUS (TU) reset its quarterly dividend to $0.136 per share, a 54.7% cut aimed at reducing leverage after weaker results and lower 2026 guidance.
BW LPG Raises Quarterly Dividend 41.8% to $0.95
BW LPG raised its quarterly dividend 41.8% to $0.95 as shipping earnings strengthened, while a D safety grade still signals elevated payout risk.
Hafnia Raises Quarterly Dividend 73.6% to $0.50
Hafnia lifted its quarterly dividend 73.6% to $0.50 as stronger tanker earnings and lower leverage moved the company to its top payout threshold.
TFS Financial Raises Quarterly Dividend 12.4% to $0.318
TFS Financial lifted its quarterly dividend 12.4% to $0.318, supported by stronger earnings, wider margins and a renewed dividend waiver framework.
TORM Special Dividend Jumps 242.9% to $2.40
TORM’s $2.40 special dividend reflects record tanker earnings, while a 12.85% forward yield and C safety grade show the payout remains variable.
Avnet Raises Quarterly Dividend 5.7% to $0.37
Avnet raised its quarterly dividend 5.7% to $0.37, extending a 13-year growth streak as stronger earnings supported coverage despite cash-flow pressure.
SQM Raises Semiannual Dividend 39.3% to $1.435
SQM raised its semiannual dividend 39.3% to $1.435 per share as stronger lithium earnings improved coverage despite a volatile payment history.
Stanley Black & Decker Raises Dividend 1.2% to $0.84
Stanley Black & Decker lifts its quarterly dividend to $0.84, extending a 40-year growth streak as cash flow and its balance sheet strengthen.
Canadian National U.S. Dividend Rises 1.1% on Currency Translation
Canadian National’s U.S.-dollar dividend equivalent rose 1.1% to $0.663, while stronger cash flow and higher guidance supported the quarterly payout.
OpenText Raises Quarterly Dividend 1.82% to $0.28
Open Text Corporation increased its quarterly dividend to $0.28 per share, extending its dividend-growth streak to 12 consecutive years.
OUTFRONT Media Raises Quarterly Dividend 10%
OUTFRONT Media increased its quarterly dividend to $0.33 per share from $0.30, with the shares trading ex-dividend on Sept. 4.
Northern Trust Raises Quarterly Dividend 10.0% to $0.88
Northern Trust lifts its quarterly payout to $0.88, backed by a 27% earnings payout ratio and a very safe A dividend safety grade from SmarterDividends.
Kimco Realty Raises Quarterly Dividend 7.7% to $0.28
Kimco lifts its quarterly payout to $0.28 a share as strong leasing, record occupancy and higher operating cash flow support the earlier increase.
Tapestry Raises Quarterly Dividend 15.8% to $0.463
Tapestry lifted its quarterly dividend to $0.463 a share after stronger fiscal 2026 results, while its 1.67% yield remains below the sector median.
Fortive Raises Quarterly Dividend 16.7% to $0.07
Fortive raised its quarterly dividend 16.7% to $0.07, with a low earnings payout ratio as operating growth and cash generation improved in the latest quarter.
STERIS Raises Quarterly Dividend 9.5% to $0.69
STERIS lifted its quarterly dividend 9.5% to $0.69, extending a 21-year growth run while a 31% payout ratio leaves earnings coverage conservative.
Bank of America (BAC) Raises Dividend 14.3% to $0.32
Bank of America (BAC) raised its quarterly dividend to $0.32 a share, a 14.3% increase supported by stronger earnings, excess capital and substantial coverage.
Unity Bancorp Raises Quarterly Dividend 6.25% to $0.17
Unity Bancorp increased its quarterly dividend to $0.17 per share, extending its dividend-growth streak to 12 consecutive years.
H&R Block Raises Dividend 9.5% to $0.46
H&R Block’s quarterly dividend rises 9.5% to $0.46, extending a 10-year growth streak as stronger cash generation backs shareholder returns.
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