Insight
Dividend Growers: Distinctly Different
Read the latest update from the Rising Dividend Equity team to discover what sets dividend growers apart and how they may offer a compelling allocation opportunity for investors.
Key takeaways
- Dividend growth strategies historically have delivered competitive returns and favorable risk ratios.
- Different from high absolute yield strategies, dividend growth strategies seek companies likely to increase per-share dividends.
- Companies that grow dividends also tend to be prudent and productive allocators of company resources.
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