| | Hello and welcome to Dividend Brief, the 2 times weekly newsletter focused on dividend investing. If you’re not looking for more emails from us, just click here to unsubscribe! | Today, we will look into Eli Lilly, Disney, and Apple, highlight a few dividend stocks worth watching, as well as share companies that are about to pay a dividend in the next few days. |
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| | | | Healthcare | Eli Lilly Expands Obesity Drug Pipeline With New Treatments and Broader Health Focus | | Eli Lilly is pushing forward in the development of new obesity treatments, building on the success of its weight-loss injection. The company is working on a daily pill option and exploring even more advanced formulations that could offer greater results. With multiple obesity treatments in clinical trials, the focus is shifting beyond weight loss alone. | The competitive landscape continues to evolve, with other pharmaceutical companies introducing new treatments. However, early results indicate that having an effective drug is not enough—market positioning and accessibility play a crucial role. While new contenders emerge, existing treatments have a significant head start, influencing investor sentiment. | Lilly is particularly focused on improving convenience and potency in obesity treatments. A key area of interest is expanding the use of these medications beyond weight loss. The company is already exploring whether its treatments can address conditions such as sleep apnea, heart disease, and addiction. This broader application of gut hormone-based therapies could reshape the future of medicine. | As the industry continues to advance, the next phase of obesity treatment will likely go beyond shedding pounds, addressing a range of health conditions that could significantly impact patient care worldwide. | LLY currently trades at $867 and pays a dividend of $1.50 per share, a yield of 0.69% |
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| | Entertainment | ESPN Plans Streaming Service With User-Generated Content to Attract Younger Viewers | | ESPN is preparing to introduce a new streaming service later this year, aiming to attract younger audiences by incorporating user-generated content. While the specifics are still in development, the platform is expected to eventually allow subscribers to upload their own material. However, this feature may not be available at launch, which the company is targeting before the start of the professional football season in September. | Disney has explored similar content strategies for its other streaming services, recognizing the growing influence of creator-led platforms. YouTube remains the dominant player in this space, holding a significant share of total TV usage in the U.S., according to industry data. | ESPN is reportedly considering a monthly subscription price of either $25 or $30 for the service, which will include its full lineup of linear programming along with additional digital features. More details on pricing, branding, and the official release date are expected to be announced in the coming months. | As streaming platforms compete for viewership, major media and sports organizations are increasingly focused on engaging younger audiences who gravitate toward short-form video content. ESPN, which invests heavily in live sports rights, is looking to evolve its approach to keep pace with changing consumption habits. | DIS currently trades at $109 and pays a dividend of 25 cents per share, a yield of 0.91% |
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| | Tech | Apple Bets on iPhone 16e to Boost Sales and Expand Market Reach | | Apple is preparing to launch the iPhone 16e, a more affordable addition to its smartphone lineup, which is expected to account for a significant portion of shipments in 2025. Industry projections indicate steady growth in overall iPhone sales over the next two years, reflecting continued demand despite increasing competition. | The iPhone 16e debuts with upgraded hardware, improved battery performance, and an advanced camera system. Positioned as part of Apple’s main smartphone series, it features the latest processing technology designed to support enhanced on-device intelligence. While the starting price is slightly higher than anticipated, it aligns with the device’s capabilities and qualifies for subsidies in select markets. | Apple continues to face challenges in China, where competition has intensified. To strengthen its presence, the company has formed new partnerships with key technology firms, a move that could help boost adoption of the iPhone 16e. Analysts are closely monitoring whether these efforts will improve Apple’s standing in the region. | With a focus on blending affordability and high-end features, the iPhone 16e represents Apple’s strategy to expand its reach. As the company refines its offerings and strengthens industry alliances, its position in the global smartphone market remains a key area of interest. | AAPL currently trades at $245 and pays a dividend of 25 cents per share, a yield of 0.41% |
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| | Dividend Stocks Worth Watching | Garmin (GRMN) recently crushed its financial estimates and upped its 2025 targets considerably. This bodes well for future gains from a company that already pays out a 1.24% dividend yield. | Vici Properties (VICI) is a real estate investment trust required to pay at least 90% of its taxable earnings back to shareholders. It offers a healthy 5.68% yield in addition to steady share price growth. | S&P Global (SPGI) dabbles in credit ratings and analytics that give the company a robust revenue stream. A 0.71% dividend yield stacked with a beefy share price is nice, but we wouldn’t be surprised if that number continues to grow. | | Dividend Increases | | | CEG upped its dividend payout to 39 cents per share, an increase of 10%. Its new forward yield is 0.49%.
WM boosted its dividend payout to 82.5 cents per share, an increase of 10%. Its new forward yield is 1.3%.
HOG increased its dividend payout to 18 cents per share, an increase of 4.3%. Its new forward yield is 2.8%. |
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| Dividend Decreases | | | | | HL decreased its dividend payout to 0.3 cents per share, a cut of 73%. Its new dividend yield is 0.3%.
UL shrunk its dividend payout to 46 cents per share, a cut of 1.7%. Its new dividend yield is 3.4%.
BTI lowered its dividend payout to 74 cents per share, a cut of 0.54%. Its new dividend yield is 7.6%. |
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| | | | Upcoming Dividend Payers | UI is going to pay 60 cents per share to all shareholders of record on 2/24/25
KMT is going to pay 20 cents per share to all shareholders of record on 2/25/25
FBMS is going to pay 25 cents per share to all shareholders of record on 2/26/25 | | Everything Else | Rio Tinto Reports Profit Increase but Cuts Dividend as a weaker earnings outlook leads to a reduction in shareholder payouts. Coca-Cola Approves 63rd Consecutive Annual Dividend Increase, declaring a $0.51 per share payout to continue its long dividend streak. Wells Fargo Announces Common Stock Dividend, maintaining a quarterly payout of $0.40 per share for shareholders. 3M Declares Quarterly Dividend, continuing its over 100-year history of uninterrupted payments with a $0.73 per share payout.
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| | That’s all for today’s edition of the Dividend Brief.
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—Noah Zelvis
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