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DIVIDEND ACCELERATORS WEEKLY: Feb 25

Consumer Power Plays: 7 Day Ex-Dividend Watch

Editor's Note: With five defensive dividend leaders approaching pivotal ex-dividend dates between February 27-28, investors have a strategic window for portfolio positioning. Their combined cash reserves of $5.82B and conservative average payout ratio of 47.5% indicate strong dividend sustainability, while recent positive price momentum reflects improving market sentiment. A trusted partner has just passed over an urgent must-see presentation below that you might want to check out below.

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Dividend Defense All-Stars: Section 1
1

Laboratory Corporation of America (LH)

Price Target: $264.53
Dividend Yield: 1.15%
Payment Date: Mar 12, 2025
Current Price: $251.43
Dividend Amount: $0.72
Payout Ratio: 32.58%
Ex-Dividend Date: February 27, 2025
Analyst Coverage: 17 analysts | Consensus: Strong Buy
Performance: 1W: +2.09% | 1M: +2.91% | 3M: +4.91% | 6M: +8.90% | 1Y: +14.72%
Key Metrics: Forward P/E: 15.20 | Market Cap: $21.03B | 52W Range: $191.97 - $258.59 | Revenue: $12.71B
Analyst Insights: LH demonstrates strong market leadership in diagnostics with consistent revenue growth and healthy margins. The conservative payout ratio of 32.58% and strong cash position ($1.52B) support dividend sustainability. Recent positive momentum across all timeframes indicates market confidence in the company's execution.
2

Molson Coors Beverage Company (TAP)

Price Target: $63.27
Dividend Yield: 3.07%
Payment Date: Mar 14, 2025
Current Price: $61.20
Dividend Amount: $0.47
Payout Ratio: 35.14%
Ex-Dividend Date: February 27, 2025
Analyst Coverage: 15 analysts | Consensus: Buy
Performance: 1W: +0.94% | 1M: +13.25% | 3M: +1.39% | 6M: +13.69% | 1Y: -2.06%
Key Metrics: Forward P/E: 10.10 | Market Cap: $12.40B | 52W Range: $49.19 - $69.18 | Revenue: $11.63B
Analyst Insights: TAP offers an attractive value proposition with a low forward P/E of 10.10 and strong dividend yield. Recent momentum (+13.25% 1M) suggests improving market sentiment. Healthy cash position ($969.3M) and reasonable payout ratio support dividend sustainability.
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Dividend Defense All-Stars: Section 2
3

NextEra Energy (NEE)

Price Target: $86.60
Dividend Yield: 3.20%
Payment Date: Mar 17, 2025
Current Price: $70.80
Dividend Amount: $0.57
Payout Ratio: 67.24%
Ex-Dividend Date: February 28, 2025
Analyst Coverage: 15 analysts | Consensus: Buy
Performance: 1W: +3.36% | 1M: +2.27% | 3M: -6.84% | 6M: -11.12% | 1Y: +24.69%
Key Metrics: Forward P/E: 18.92 | Market Cap: $145.64B | 52W Range: $53.95 - $86.10 | Revenue: $24.75B
Analyst Insights: NEE stands out with impressive dividend growth (10.40% 5Y CAGR) and strong renewable energy positioning. While the higher payout ratio suggests limited room for significant dividend increases, robust operating cash flow ($13.26B) provides stability.
4

Cboe Global Markets (CBOE)

Price Target: $211.25
Dividend Yield: 1.20%
Payment Date: Mar 14, 2025
Current Price: $210.79
Dividend Amount: $0.63
Payout Ratio: 34.95%
Ex-Dividend Date: February 28, 2025
Analyst Coverage: 12 analysts | Consensus: Buy
Performance: 1W: +1.82% | 1M: +4.55% | 3M: -1.16% | 6M: +0.56% | 1Y: +6.92%
Key Metrics: Forward P/E: 22.86 | Market Cap: $22.07B | 52W Range: $166.13 - $221.66 | Revenue: $4.09B
Analyst Insights: CBOE demonstrates impressive dividend growth (11.91% 5Y CAGR) with a sustainable payout ratio. Strong market position in options trading and consistent revenue growth support long-term dividend sustainability. Healthy cash reserves ($1.03B) provide additional financial flexibility.
5

Tyson Foods (TSN)

Price Target: $61.00
Dividend Yield: 3.29%
Payment Date: Mar 14, 2025
Current Price: $60.87
Dividend Amount: $0.50
Payout Ratio: 67.58%
Ex-Dividend Date: February 28, 2025
Analyst Coverage: 10 analysts | Consensus: Hold
Performance: 1W: +5.15% | 1M: +8.56% | 3M: -4.55% | 6M: -4.08% | 1Y: +13.12%
Key Metrics: Forward P/E: 16.52 | Market Cap: $21.26B | 52W Range: $52.11 - $66.88 | Revenue: $53.61B
Analyst Insights: TSN offers an attractive dividend yield with recent positive momentum. While the higher payout ratio (67.58%) raises some concern, strong cash position ($2.29B) and improving operational metrics provide some comfort. Recent positive price action suggests potential turnaround in market sentiment.
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