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NOVEMBER 12, 2026

Exxon vs. Chevron: 45 and 39 Straight Years of Raises. Which Oil Dividend Wins the Next Decade?

ExxonMobil has increased its quarterly dividend by 4% to $1.07, marking 44 consecutive years of annual raises, while Chevron boasts a 3.5% yield and 39 years of increases. Both companies maintain healthy dividend coverage, but risks loom with thinner margins anticipated in fiscal 2025. For income-focused investors, Chevron's...

PepsiCo Just Moved to Cut 1,000 Jobs. A Widow Who Bought Its Stock in 2000 Earns a 16% Yield on Her Money. Here's What the Cuts Do to Her Dividend Check

PepsiCo is set to cut approximately 1,000 jobs in its North America food and beverage sector, aiming to streamline operations and safeguard cash flow for dividends. Despite these layoffs, the company has consistently increased its dividend for 54 years, currently yielding 4.2%. For investors, particularly those reliant on...

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Exxon vs. Chevron: 45 and 39 Straight Years of Raises. Which Oil Dividend Wins the Next Decade?

PepsiCo Just Moved to Cut 1,000 Jobs. A Widow Who Bought Its Stock in 2000 Earns a 16% Yield on Her Money. Here's What the Cuts Do to Her Dividend Check