CareTrust REIT

The lists were created using the U.S. Dividend Champions spreadsheet and NASDAQ data, ensuring companies have at least five years of dividend growth. My investment strategy focuses on buying, holding, and adding to companies with consistent dividend growth and outperformance relevant to certain benchmarks. Top-performing stocks include MPWR, STLD, and JPM. Top REITs include CTR, FR, and REXR for their impressive returns and dividend growth rates.» Mehr auf seekingalpha.com

In a market where income-focused investors seek dividend reliability, four companies, from Wall Street heavyweights to international players, are stepping up with substantial payout hikes. JPMorgan Chase, Williams-Sonoma, Tencent Music Entertainment, and CareTrust REIT have each announced dividend increases of 10% or more, signaling financial strength and a strong commitment to shareholder returns.» Mehr auf marketbeat.com

US equity markets posted modest gains this week - snapping a four-week losing streak - as investors parsed commentary and updated forecasts from the Federal Reserve's policy meeting. Ahead of the looming April 2nd unveiling of reciprocal tariffs, investors were relieved by FOMC projections showing that 11-of-19 policy markets still expect at least two rate cuts this year. Disappointing retail sales data indicated that economic uncertainty is beginning to affect real-world consumer behavior. Housing market data was relatively solid, however, sparking an upward revision to the GDPNow forecast.» Mehr auf seekingalpha.com