Dividend

Carriage Services announced a quarterly cash dividend of 11.25 cents per share, payable March 2, 2026. This regular payout reflects the company’s commitment to shareholder value and financial stability within the death care industry. Operating a vast network of funeral homes and cemeteries across the U.S., Carriage Services is positioned to adapt to industry trends like personalization and technology adoption. The consistent dividend signals management’s confidence in ongoing operational performance.

PG&E Corp. announced a regular cash dividend of $0.05 per share for Q4 2025, payable Jan 15 2026 to shareholders of record Dec 31 2025. Its utility subsidiary set quarterly preferred‑stock payouts for eight series, ranging from $0.27 to $0.37 per share, payable Feb 15 2026. The modest dividend reflects ongoing balance‑sheet recovery after wildfire liabilities, while PG&E invests $8 billion in grid modernization and wildfire‑hardening, seeks regulatory approval for its capital plan, and aims to restore investor confidence and potentially raise future dividends.

BNY Mellon’s High Yield Strategies Fund (NYSE: DHF) declared a monthly cash dividend of $0.0175 per share, payable January 9 2026, with the ex‑dividend date of December 23 2025. The fund, managed by BNY Mellon Investment Adviser, targets income from high‑yield fixed‑income securities—including corporate, emerging‑market, and asset‑backed bonds—while employing dynamic duration and credit risk management. Analysts view the steady dividend as a sign of confidence amid broader fixed‑income payout cuts. As a closed‑end fund, its market price may trade at a premium or discount to NAV, affecting total return.

words.Progressive (NYSE: PGR) declared a 2025 annual dividend of $13.50 per share and a $0.10 quarterly dividend, both payable on January 8 2026 to shareholders of record as of January 2 2026. The board expects quarterly payouts to continue throughout 2026. The 2026 annual shareholders’ meeting record date is March 13, 2026, with the meeting set for May 8, 2026. The payout reflects Progressive’s strong capital position, diversified underwriting portfolio, AI‑driven pricing analytics, and recent acquisition expanding its commercial auto business.

Hafnia Limited reported Q3 2025 net profit of $91.5 million ($0.18 per share), down from $215.6 million a year earlier, with adjusted EBITDA of $150.5 million and TCE earnings of $247 million at $26,040 per day. NAV reached $3.4 billion ($6.76 per share) and an 80% dividend of $0.147 per share was declared. Off‑hire days fell after dry‑dock delays, and 71% of Q4 earning days are booked at $25,610. Management expects robust demand, tighter clean‑tanker supply and favorable rates through 2025‑26.

90 words.Nordic American Tankers reported Q3 2025 results, declaring a $0.13 per‑share dividend—the 113th consecutive payment—payable on Dec 22, 2025. The 20‑vessel Suezmax fleet logged an average TCE of $27,490/day against $9,000/day operating costs, delivering adjusted EBITDA of $21.4 million while posting a $2.8 million net book loss. Cash reserves exceed $70 million. The company secured a preliminary deal for two new Suezmax ships slated for delivery in H2 2028, with a firm contract expected in early 2026, and continues to rely on major oil majors for stable long‑term charters.

Itaú Unibanco’s board approved a 2025 dividend of BRL 1.868223 per share (paid Dec 19, 2025) and interest on capital of BRL 0.369750 per share (net BRL 0.3142875 after 15% tax, payable by Apr 30, 2026), totalling about BRL 23.4 billion. Both common and preferred shares receive identical amounts, and the shares will trade ex‑rights on Dec 10, 2025. The board also cancelled 78.85 million treasury‑held preferred shares (≈BRL 3 billion), leaving 10.71 billion book‑entry shares. The actions underscore cash returns, capital‑structure optimisation, and support ongoing digital banking investments.

GE HealthCare (GEHC) declared a Q4 2025 cash dividend of $0.035 per share, payable February 13, 2026, to shareholders of record on January 9, 2026. This decision reflects the company’s commitment to shareholder value amidst increasing demand within the healthcare industry and technological advancements. GE HealthCare, a $19.7 billion global leader, focuses on medical technology, pharmaceutical diagnostics, and AI-enabled solutions. The company aims to optimize hospital efficiency and improve patient outcomes.

Extra Space Storage Inc. (EXR) declared a fourth-quarter 2025 dividend of $1.62 per share on its common stock, payable December 31, 2025, to shareholders of record on December 15, 2025. As of September 30, 2025, Extra Space Storage, a leading self-storage REIT, owned or operated 4,238 properties comprising approximately 2.9 million units and 326.9 million square feet of rentable space. The company is the largest operator in the U.S. self-storage market, offering varied storage solutions across the United States.

Southwest Airlines (NYSE: LUV) declared its 187th consecutive quarterly dividend of $0.18 per share, payable March 20, 2024, to shareholders of record as of February 28, 2024. This reflects the airline’s financial stability and dedication to shareholder returns. The consistent payout occurs amid industry challenges like fluctuating fuel prices and evolving travel demand. Southwest’s resilience, fuel hedging, fleet modernization, customer service focus, and capacity management are crucial for future performance and dividend sustainability.