Two Dividend Kings Announce Payout Increases Amid Strong Earnings
Dover and Illinois Tool Works extended their remarkable dividend streaks, reinforcing their status as elite Dividend Kings. Dover's 70th consecutive annual increase came alongside a 16% rise in adjusted net income, defying its modest payout bump.
Industrial conglomerates continue demonstrating resilience, with Dover posting $2.05 billion in Q2 revenue. The market watches these stalwarts for signs of sustained profitability in uncertain economic conditions.