A Dividend of Confidence

The most recent stats on corporate dividends suggest that global companies are bullish on the world’s economic recovery.

Dividends paid to investors are on track to hit $1.4 trillion this year and are expected to stretch even higher in the next 12 months. New research found that 84% of companies in the second quarter either increased or maintained their dividend compared to last year.¹

Although the current environment looks positive, dividends can be stopped or decreased at any time. If a company has financial difficulties, its board of directors may elect to reduce or eliminate its dividend for a period of time.²

If you have your eye on a dividend-paying stock, you may want to take a look at the company’s cash position. Companies with a strong cash position might be able to pay their scheduled dividend without interruption. Some mature, profitable companies have a track record of paying regular dividends to shareholders. But past performance can’t guarantee future payouts.

Evaluating a company’s cash position can be difficult, so we often turn to professionals who have experience reviewing a company’s financial statements. If a dividend idea has crossed your mind, give us a quick call. We may have some research that you might find helpful.

<sup>1. CNBC.com, August 23, 2021
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