September 2026 Dividend Income Report – Strong €3,276 Gross Month

 

October is already more than halfway through, and with winter slowly approaching, it’s time for one of my favorite updates — a look back at the dividend income my portfolio generated in September.

Week in Review 42/26

 

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Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) Dividend Increase: Steady Income Growth Continues in 2026

 

 On Friday, October 9, 2026, the Board of Directors of Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT) announced a quarterly dividend increase from $3.45 to $3.60 per share. The dividend is payable on December 31, 2026, to shareholders of record as of December 1, 2026. This represents a 4.35% increase over the previous quarterly dividend.

Week in Review 41/26

 

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Bank OZK (OZK) Dividend Increase: 65 Consecutive Quarterly Raises

 

 On Thursday, October 1, the Board of Directors of Bank OZK (OZK) announced an increase in its quarterly dividend from $0.48 to $0.49 per share. The new dividend is payable on October 20, 2026, to shareholders of record as of October 13, 2026.

The 2.08% increase is the latest in a long series of quarterly dividend increases from Bank OZK. The company has now raised its quarterly dividend for 65 consecutive quarters.

On a year-over-year basis, the latest increase represents an 8.9% increase compared with the dividend paid during the same period last year. Bank OZK has continued to raise its dividend every quarter, demonstrating an impressive commitment to consistent dividend growth.

Current Dividend Yield and Income Impact

At the time of writing, Bank OZK shares trade at $46.71, based on yesterday’s closing price. Following the increase, the forward annual dividend is $1.96 per share, giving OZK a dividend yield of approximately 4.20%.

As an owner of 140 shares of Bank OZK, this dividend increase adds $4.17 to my projected annual net dividend income.

The increase was in line with my expectations, and I’m happy to accept another quarterly raise from OZK.

Long-Term Dividend Growth Track Record

Bank OZK is a Dividend Champion with a 30-year streak of dividend increases.

According to Dividend Champions data, OZK’s dividend growth rates over the 1-, 3-, 5-, and 10-year periods are approximately

• 1-year: 10.1%

• 3-year: 11.4%

• 5-year: 10.1%

• 10-year: 12.2%

These numbers highlight the company’s strong long-term dividend growth record. While the latest quarterly increase was only 2.08%, the year-over-year increase is considerably stronger at 8.9%.

Bank OZK also stands out for increasing its dividend every quarter. The latest raise marks the 65th consecutive quarterly dividend increase, an impressive record of consistency.

This is the eighth dividend increase I have received from Bank OZK since initiating my position in September 2024. During that time, the quarterly dividend has grown from $0.41 to $0.49 per share, representing a 19.5% increase.

At the time of writing, OZK represents approximately 0.64% of my portfolio, while its share of future annual dividend income is about 0.71%.

Following this increase, my yield on cost has risen to 4.87%.

Commentary

Bank OZK continues to deliver exactly what I have come to expect from the company: another quarterly dividend increase.

The latest 2.08% increase was in line with my expectations, and I’m happy to accept it. While the quarterly increase itself is relatively small, the more important figure is the year-over-year dividend growth of 8.9%.

The fact that Bank OZK has now increased its quarterly dividend for 65 consecutive quarters is particularly impressive. This consistency, combined with a 30-year annual dividend-growth streak, makes OZK an interesting dividend-growth holding.

Since I initiated my position in September 2024, the quarterly dividend has already increased from $0.41 to $0.49. That represents a 19.5% increase in just over two years.

Quick Valuation Take

At $46.71 per share, Bank OZK offers a forward dividend yield of approximately 4.20%.

That is an attractive starting yield for a company with a long history of dividend growth. The combination of a yield above 4% and a strong long-term dividend-growth record makes OZK particularly interesting for an income-focused portfolio.

The main attraction for me is not simply the current yield, but the combination of current income and the company’s history of regularly increasing the dividend.

Dividend Safety and Outlook

Bank OZK’s 30-year dividend-growth streak and 65 consecutive quarterly dividend increases demonstrate an exceptional level of consistency.

The company’s long-term dividend growth rates have also been strong, with approximately 10% annualized growth over the 1- and 5-year periods and more than 12% over the past decade.

The latest quarterly increase is smaller than those long-term averages, but the 8.9% year-over-year growth rate remains solid. As long as Bank OZK continues to maintain its strong financial performance, I expect the company’s quarterly dividend-growth pattern to remain an important part of the investment case.

For me, the regular quarterly increases are especially appealing because they provide frequent opportunities for the dividend income from my OZK position to grow.

Final Thoughts

Bank OZK delivered another dividend increase that was right in line with my expectations.

The 2.08% quarterly increase adds $4.17 to my projected annual net dividend income, while the year-over-year increase of 8.9% demonstrates that the company continues to deliver meaningful dividend growth.

With a 30-year dividend-growth streak and 65 consecutive quarterly dividend increases, Bank OZK has built an impressive track record of rewarding shareholders. Since I initiated my position in September 2024, the quarterly dividend has already increased by 19.5%.

I’m happy to continue collecting these quarterly raises and see where OZK’s dividend growth takes my position over the coming years.

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Week in Review 40/26

 

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Week in Review 39/26

 

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Philip Morris International (PM) Dividend Increase: Strong Dividend Growth Surprises in 2026

 

 On Friday, September 18, the Board of Directors of Philip Morris International Inc. (PM) announced an increase in its quarterly dividend from $1.47 to $1.60 per share. The new dividend is payable on October 26, 2026, to shareholders of record as of October 2, 2026.

The 8.84% increase is significantly higher than Philip Morris International’s recent dividend growth rates and represents a very pleasant surprise for shareholders.

PM has increased its annual dividend every year since becoming a public company in 2008. During that period, the annual dividend has increased by 248%, representing a compound annual growth rate of 7.2%.

McDonald's Corporation (MCD) Dividend Increase: 50 Years of Dividend Growth

 

 On Thursday, September 17, the Board of Directors of McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) announced an increase in its quarterly dividend from $1.86 to $1.93 per share. The new dividend is payable on December 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of December 1, 2026.

The 3.76% increase marks an important milestone for McDonald’s, as the company reaches 50 consecutive years of dividend increases. This achievement highlights the durability of its business model, resilient cash flow generation, and long-standing commitment to returning capital to shareholders.

Texas Instruments Incorporated (TXN) Dividend Increase: Stronger Growth Returns in 2026

 

 On Thursday, September 17, 2026, the Board of Directors of Texas Instruments Incorporated (TXN) announced a quarterly dividend increase from $1.42 to $1.52 per share. The dividend will be payable on November 10, 2026, to shareholders of record as of October 30, 2026. This represents a 7.04% increase over the previous quarterly dividend and marks the 23rd consecutive year of dividend increases.

Week in Review 38/26

 

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August 2026 Dividend Income Report – Steady Growth Continues

 September is already halfway over, which means it’s time for one of my favorite updates: reviewing the dividend income my portfolio delivered in August.

Week in Review 37/26

 

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Week in Review 36/26

 

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Week in Review 35/26

 

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Week in Review 34/26

 

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July 2026 Dividend Income Report – Steady €2,321 Gross, Strong YoY Growth

 

 August has already passed the halfway mark, summer is slowly drawing to a close, and autumn is around the corner. Before moving forward, it’s time to look back at the July results.

Week in Review 33/26

 

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Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) Dividend Increase: Growth and Capital Returns Continue

 

 On Friday, August 7, 2026, the Board of Directors of Illinois Tool Works Inc. (ITW) announced a quarterly dividend increase from $1.61 to $1.72 per share. The dividend will be payable on October 9, 2026, to shareholders of record as of September 30, 2026. This represents a 6.83% increase over the previous quarterly dividend.

In addition to the dividend increase, ITW announced that its Board of Directors approved a new authorization allowing the company to repurchase up to $6 billion of its common stock, further demonstrating its commitment to returning capital to shareholders.

Week in Review 32/26: Vacation Mode! 🌴

 

Note: This week’s post is going to be a short and sweet one!

As much as I love tracking my portfolio news, counting dividend payouts, and sharing interesting reads with you all, I’ve been away on vacation this week. That means no market updates, no dividend tallies, and no curated reading list this time around—just some well-deserved time offline!

I’ll be back next Sunday with the usual roundup. Until then, have a great week!

Week in Review 31/26

 

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Essential Utilities Inc. (WTRG) Dividend Increase: Reliable Utility Growth Continues

 

 On Wednesday, July 29, 2026, the Board of Directors of Essential Utilities, Inc. (WTRG) announced a quarterly dividend increase from $0.3426 to $0.3606 per share. The dividend will be payable on September 1, 2026, to shareholders of record as of August 11, 2026. This represents a 5.25% increase over the previous quarterly dividend.

Essential Utilities has paid consecutive quarterly cash dividends for over 80 years and has increased its dividend 36 times over the past 35 years—an impressive record of consistency.

June 2026 Dividend Income Report – Strong €3,312 Gross, Halfway Through the Year

 

  June has flown by, and July is nearly over — time for the mid-year dividend update.

Week in Review 30/26

 

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Week in Review 29/26

 

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Week in Review 28/26

 

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Week in Review 27/26

 

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Bank OZK (OZK) Dividend Increase: Consistent Quarterly Growth Continues

 

 On Wednesday, July 1, 2026, the Board of Directors of Bank OZK (OZK) announced a quarterly dividend increase from $0.47 to $0.48 per share. The dividend will be payable on July 20, 2026, to shareholders of record as of July 13, 2026. This represents a 2.13% increase over the previous quarterly dividend.

Steady Quarterly Growth

This marks another step in OZK’s long-standing pattern of quarterly dividend increases, now reaching 64 consecutive quarters of raises. On a year-over-year basis, the dividend has grown by 9.1%, highlighting the consistency of its growth model.

Week in Review 26/26

 

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May 2026 Dividend Income Report – Steady €2,981 Gross

 Midsummer has come and gone, and fall is slowly approaching — time for the May dividend update.

Week in Review 25/26

 

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Week in Review 24/26

 

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Week in Review 23/26

 

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Royal Bank of Canada (TSE: RY) Dividend Increase: Strong Double-Digit Annual Growth

 

 On Thursday, May 28, 2026, the Board of Directors of Royal Bank of Canada (TSE: RY) announced a quarterly dividend increase from C$1.64 to C$1.76 per share. The dividend will be payable on August 24, 2026, to shareholders of record as of July 27, 2026. This represents a 7.32% increase over the previous quarterly dividend.

This marks RY’s second dividend increase within the past year. In December 2025, the bank raised its quarterly dividend from C$1.54 to C$1.64, a 6.49% increase. Combined, these two increases result in a total dividend growth of 14.3% over the past 12 months, which is an excellent outcome.

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSE: TD) Dividend Increase: Solid Follow-Up Raise

 

On Thursday, May 28, 2026, the Board of Directors of The Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSE: TD) announced a quarterly dividend increase from C$1.08 to C$1.12 per share. The dividend will be payable on July 31, 2026, to shareholders of record as of July 10, 2026. This represents a 3.70% increase over the previous quarterly dividend.

This marks TD’s second dividend increase within the past year. Back in December 2025, the bank raised its quarterly dividend from C$1.05 to C$1.08 (a 2.86% increase). Combined, these two increases result in a total dividend growth of 6.67% over the past 12 months, which is a solid outcome.

Week in Review 22/26

 

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Bank of Nova Scotia (TSE: BNS) Dividend Increase: Modest Growth Continues

 

On Wednesday, May 27, 2026, the Board of Directors of The Bank of Nova Scotia (TSE: BNS) announced a quarterly dividend increase from C$1.10 to C$1.14 per share. The dividend will be payable on July 29, 2026, to shareholders of record as of July 7, 2026. This represents a 3.64% increase over the prior quarterly dividend.

April 2026 Dividend Income Report – €4,298 Gross, Strong YoY Growth

 

 The fourth month of the year is behind us, and summer is just around the corner — perfect timing for the April dividend update.

Week in Review 21/26

 

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Week in Review 20/26

 

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Pembina Pipeline Corporation (TSE: PPL) Dividend Increase: Modest Growth Continues

 

On Friday, May 8, 2026, the Board of Directors of Pembina Pipeline Corporation (TSE: PPL) announced a quarterly dividend increase from C$0.71 to C$0.735 per share. The dividend will be payable on June 30, 2026, to shareholders of record as of June 15, 2026. This represents a 3.52% increase over the prior quarterly dividend.

Week in Review 19/26

 

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Main Street Capital Corporation (MAIN) Dividend Increase: Steady Monthly Growth Continues

 

On Tuesday, May 5, 2026, the Board of Directors of Main Street Capital Corporation (NYSE: MAIN) announced a monthly dividend increase from $0.26 to $0.265 per share. The dividend will be payable on July 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of July 8, 2026. This represents a 1.9% increase over the prior monthly dividend and a 3.9% increase compared to the regular monthly dividends paid in the third quarter of 2025.

In addition to the regular monthly dividends for the third quarter of 2026, the company also declared a supplemental cash dividend of $0.30 per share, payable in June 2026.

Week in Review 18/26

 

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RTX Corporation (RTX) Dividend Increase: Strong Growth Beats Expectations

 

 On Friday, May 1, 2026, the Board of Directors of RTX Corporation (NYSE: RTX) announced a quarterly dividend increase from $0.68 to $0.73 per share. The dividend will be payable on June 11, 2026, to shareholders of record as of May 22, 2026. This represents a 7.35% increase over the prior quarterly dividend.

Week in Review 17/26

 

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Week in Review 16/26

 

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