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The Daily Dividend 8/18/25

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We’ve got dividend announcements from a major industrial conglomerate, a niche lender, and a business with one of the coolest names ever.

Let’s start with the cool name first!

George Risk Industries, Inc. ($RSKIA) Declares $1.00 Dividend

Made in America products from a debt-free family business?

That’s George Risk Industries, Inc.. Aside from having a cool name, the company is also an interesting high-yield business that’s well-established and carries zero debt. George Risk Industries makes electronic components, contact switches, keyboards, and sensors.

Last Friday, George Risk Industries, Inc. announced a $1.00/share annual dividend, in-line with previous year.

  • Ex-dividend date: 9/30/25

  • Payout date: 10/31/25

  • Forward starting dividend yield: 6.30%

Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation ($AGM) Declares $1.50 Dividend

Who helps farmers and rural utility companies borrow money?

Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation. This is a federally chartered lender that specializes in providing financial services to rural Americans. Sometimes referred to as “Farmer Mac,” this is a business that historically beats the market while generally trading at a low valuation.

Recently, Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation announced a $1.50/share quarterly dividend, in-line with the firm’s last payment.

  • Ex-dividend date: 9/15/25

  • Payout date: 9/30/25

  • Forward starting dividend yield: 3.19%

3M Company ($MMM) Declares $0.73 Dividend

Did you know that 3M Company makes over 60,000 different products?

3M Company makes everything from kitchen sponges to medical equipment. The company has been in business since 1902. And while the firm had a rough few years in the early 2020’s, 3M stock is staging something of a recovery. And, despite recent troubles, 3M has managed to pay uninterrupted dividends for over 100 years.

In fact, the firm recently announced their latest dividend.

3M Company will pay a $0.73/share quarterly dividend, in-line with previous.

  • Ex-dividend date: 8/25/25

  • Payout date: 9/12/25

  • Forward starting dividend yield: 1.92%

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Disclaimer: This article is for entertainment purposes only. It is not financial advice, always do your own research.