Good morning!
We’re starting the trading day with great news: two companies are raising their dividends by more than 10% each. A third business is hiking its payout by an inflation-beating 7.1%.
Let’s start with the largest raise first.
NextEra Energy, Inc. ($NEE) Raises Dividend By 10%
NextEra Energy, Inc. is one of the largest electric and energy infrastructure companies in North America. This utility firm provides electricity to roughly 12 million customers across Florida.
The company also builds and operates wind, solar, nuclear, and natural gas facilities throughout North America.
Recently, NextEra announced a 10% dividend increase.
NextEra Energy, Inc. will now pay a $0.6232/share quarterly dividend.
Ex-dividend date: 2/27/26
Payout date: 3/16/26
Forward starting dividend yield: 2.63%
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S. A. ($BLX) Raises Dividend By 10%
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior, S.A. is a multinational bank headquartered in Panama City, Panama. Founded by central banks and governments from 23 Latin American and Caribbean countries, the firm specializes in trade finance solutions across the region.
The bank operates as a specialized lender, financing cross-border trade through short- and medium-term loans, trade credits, and syndications.
Last week, Banco Latinoamericano announced a 10% dividend increase.
Banco Latinoamericano will now pay a $0.6875/share quarterly dividend.
Ex-dividend date: 2/25/26
Payout date: 3/12/26
Forward starting dividend yield: 5.54%
Louisiana-Pacific Corporation ($LPX) Raises Dividend By 7.1%
Louisiana-Pacific Corporation designs and manufactures engineered wood building products used in residential and commercial construction.
Best known for siding, OSB, and structural solutions, the company focuses on durable and sustainable products. It owns several well-known brands, including SmartSide, FlameBlock, and WeatherLogic.
On Friday, Louisiana-Pacific announced a 7.1% dividend increase.
Louisiana-Pacific Corporation will now pay a $0.30/share quarterly dividend.
Ex-dividend date: 2/27/26
Payout date: 3/13/26
Forward starting dividend yield: 1.27%
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Disclaimer: This article is for entertainment purposes only. It is not financial advice, always do your own research.
