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Why Payout Ratio Rules Break Down in Cyclical Dividend Sectors (and What to Check Instead)

By Marco Bozem of MB Capital Strategies Global Most dividend growth screens use the same first filter: a payout ratio below some threshold—60%, 75%, whatever the model prefers. It works well for the sectors most DGI portfolios are built around: consumer staples, utilities, and healthcare.  Steady earnings, steady payout, steady… Read More »Why Payout Ratio Rules Break Down in Cyclical Dividend Sectors (and What to Check Instead)

Badger Meter Dividend Increase

On August 14, Badger Meter (BMI) increased its dividend by 10%, from 40¢ to 44¢ per share. The dividend is payable on September 11 to shareholders of record on August 28. BMI’s contribution to DivGro’s projected annual dividend income will increase by $27.20 to $299.20.