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DIVIDEND ACCELERATORS WEEKLY: May 5th

Cross-Sector Dividend Leaders: Energy, Healthcare, and Banking

Editor's Opinion
Don't miss our five standout dividend opportunities with ex-dividend dates between April 21-25, 2025. CVS Health offers an attractive 3.95% yield with its healthcare diversification, while Dell Technologies impresses with 19.61% dividend growth despite recent volatility. Lowe's continues its impressive 15.90% 5-year dividend CAGR, and Coca-Cola FEMSA stands out with both its 3.44% yield and exceptional 23.27% growth rate. For value seekers, Unum Group presents perhaps the most compelling case with a low 17.76% payout ratio and significant price upside potential.

These selections span healthcare, technology, retail, consumer staples, and insurance sectors, creating a balanced income opportunity set with yields ranging from 2.10% to 3.95%. Review all five profiles to discover which align best with your portfolio needs – whether you prioritize current income, dividend growth potential, or value recovery plays.
1

CVS Health Corporation (CVS)

$67.29 Price Target: $79.80
Buy (16 analysts)
Company Overview
CVS Health Corporation stands as a leading integrated healthcare provider, combining retail pharmacy operations with health insurance services through its Aetna division. The company's strategic positioning in both healthcare delivery and insurance creates a unique value proposition in the evolving healthcare landscape.
Dividend Strengths
  • Strong cash flow generation from diverse revenue streams
  • Consistent dividend growth history with 5.87% CAGR
  • Strategic healthcare market positioning
  • Substantial cash position ($11B)
  • Strong cash position and financial stability
Risk Factors
  • Higher payout ratio at 72.68%
  • Medicare Advantage rate pressures
  • Competitive retail pharmacy landscape
  • Healthcare regulatory uncertainty
  • Ongoing Medicare rate pressure challenges
Dividend Information
Ex-Dividend Date April 22, 2025
Payment Date May 1, 2025
Quarterly Dividend $0.67
Recent Div Growth 4.72%
Key Dividend Metrics
Dividend Yield
3.95%
5Y Dividend CAGR
5.87%
Annual Dividend
$2.66
Payout Ratio
72.68%

Disclaimer: This report is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own due diligence and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Sources

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Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL)

$84.80 Target: $138.47
Strong Buy (17 analysts)

Company Overview

Dell Technologies is a leading global technology company that designs, develops, and manufactures comprehensive IT solutions including hardware, software, and services. The company operates through Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG) and Client Solutions Group (CSG) segments, serving businesses and consumers worldwide.

Dividend Strengths

  • Strong dividend growth rate (19.61%)
  • Reasonable 32.92% payout ratio
  • Solid 2.48% yield
  • Robust cash position ($3.66B)
  • Strategic positioning in AI infrastructure

Risk Factors

  • Recent stock price volatility (-29.96% YoY)
  • PC market cyclicality
  • Intense competition in servers and storage
  • Supply chain challenges
  • Potential tariff impacts

Dividend Information

Ex-Dividend Date April 22, 2025
Payment Date May 2, 2025
Quarterly Dividend $0.53
Recent Div Growth 19.61%

Key Dividend Metrics

Dividend Yield
2.48%
Annual Dividend
$2.10
Payout Ratio
32.92%
P/E Ratio
13.29

Disclaimer: This report is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own due diligence and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

3

Lowe's Companies, Inc. (LOW)

$219.00 Target: $276.51
Buy (24 analysts)

Company Overview

Lowe's Companies is the second-largest home improvement retailer in the U.S., operating approximately 1,700 stores. The company offers products and services for maintenance, repair, remodeling, and decorating, targeting both do-it-yourself consumers and professional customers through retail stores and e-commerce channels.

Dividend Strengths

  • Impressive 15.90% dividend CAGR over 5 years
  • Moderate 37.61% payout ratio
  • Strong dividend growth rate (4.55%)
  • Solid cash flow generation
  • Effective pro customer strategy

Risk Factors

  • Housing market cyclicality
  • Recent stock underperformance (-4.09% YoY)
  • Competition from Home Depot
  • Interest rate sensitivity
  • Consumer spending pressures

Dividend Information

Ex-Dividend Date April 23, 2025
Payment Date May 7, 2025
Quarterly Dividend $1.15
Recent Div Growth 4.55%

Key Dividend Metrics

Dividend Yield
2.10%
5Y Dividend CAGR
15.90%
Annual Dividend
$4.60
Payout Ratio
37.61%

Disclaimer: This report is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own due diligence and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

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Coca-Cola FEMSA, S.A.B. de C.V. (KOF)

$96.50 Target: $110.51
Strong Buy (5 analysts)

Company Overview

Coca-Cola FEMSA is the largest franchise bottler of Coca-Cola products by volume globally. The company produces, markets, and distributes Coca-Cola beverages across Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Panama, Colombia, Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay, serving a population of over 300 million consumers.

Dividend Strengths

  • Impressive 23.27% dividend growth rate
  • Strong 10.44% dividend CAGR over 5 years
  • Attractive 3.44% yield
  • Defensive consumer staples business
  • Strong market positioning in Latin America

Risk Factors

  • Higher 56.94% payout ratio
  • Currency fluctuation risks
  • Sugar tax regulations
  • Latin American economic volatility
  • Shifting consumer preferences

Dividend Information

Ex-Dividend Date April 22, 2025
Payment Date May 5, 2025
Quarterly Dividend $0.78
Recent Div Growth 23.27%

Key Dividend Metrics

Dividend Yield
3.44%
5Y Dividend CAGR
10.44%
Annual Dividend
$3.25
Payout Ratio
56.94%

Disclaimer: This report is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own due diligence and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

5

Unum Group (UNM)

$75.87 Target: $93.92
Buy (13 analysts)

Company Overview

Unum Group is a leading provider of financial protection benefits including disability, life, accident, and critical illness insurance in the U.S., U.K., and Poland. The company primarily serves the employee benefits market, providing protection to millions of workers and their families through workplace benefits programs.

Dividend Strengths

  • Low 17.76% payout ratio
  • Strong 15.07% dividend growth rate
  • Solid 8.06% 5-year dividend CAGR
  • Impressive 50.59% stock return YoY
  • Low P/E ratio of 8.02

Risk Factors

  • Insurance industry regulation changes
  • Interest rate sensitivity
  • Group insurance competition
  • Legacy long-term care liabilities
  • Employment market fluctuations

Dividend Information

Ex-Dividend Date April 25, 2025
Payment Date May 16, 2025
Quarterly Dividend $0.42
Recent Div Growth 15.07%

Key Dividend Metrics

Dividend Yield
2.21%
5Y Dividend CAGR
8.06%
Annual Dividend
$1.68
Payout Ratio
17.76%

Disclaimer: This report is for informational purposes only and should not be considered as investment advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own due diligence and consult with a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions.

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