Dividend Increase

Motorola Solutions (MSI) announced an 11% increase in its quarterly dividend, raising it to $1.21 per share, payable January 15, 2026, to shareholders of record on December 15, 2025. This reflects the company’s financial strength and commitment to shareholder value, driven by its strategic focus on software, services, and public safety solutions. Demand for secure communication networks and advanced analytics are key growth factors. Motorola is investing in AI and cloud technologies to capitalize on next-generation emergency response systems.

Essential Utilities Inc. (WTRG) announced a 5.25% increase in its quarterly cash dividend to $0.3426 per share, payable on September 2, 2025, to shareholders of record on August 12, 2025. This marks Essential’s 80th consecutive year of quarterly dividends and 35 dividend increases in the last 34 years. Essential Utilities operates under the Aqua and Peoples brands, serving 5.5 million people across nine states, focusing on water, wastewater, and natural gas services.