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Dividend Accelerators Weekly

Ex-Dividend Opportunities: This Week's Premier Dividend Accelerators

Financial growth and dividend acceleration

Capturing Quality Dividends in the Peak Ex-Dividend Season - Five Strong Buy and Buy-rated companies with accelerating dividend growth and significant upside potential

June 15, 2025 | By Dividend Wealth Builders Research Team | Ex-Dividend Week Focus

Editor's Note:

This week presents an exceptional opportunity for dividend investors with quality companies going ex-dividend. Our top 5 selections combine Strong Buy/Buy ratings, accelerating dividend growth, and significant upside potential.

Investment Highlights: Academy Sports leads with exceptional 20% dividend growth and retail resilience, while semiconductor leader Lam Research offers AI-driven expansion. The diversified portfolio spans retail, technology, industrials, banking, and services, providing excellent balance for income-focused investors seeking both current yield and future growth. All featured companies have ex-dividend dates this week, analyst target upside of 2-30%, and sustainable payout ratios below 50%.

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Block 2: Stock Profile 1 - ASO
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Academy Sports and Outdoors (ASO)
$43.55 Price Target: $56.72 Buy (18 analysts)
Company Overview
Academy Sports and Outdoors operates as a leading full-line sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer across the United States. The company serves outdoor enthusiasts and athletes through its extensive network of stores offering hunting, fishing, camping, and athletic equipment. With approximately 290 stores across 19 states, Academy focuses on value-driven merchandising and customer service in the growing outdoor recreation market.
Dividend Strengths
  • Exceptional 20% dividend growth year-over-year
  • Extremely low 9.53% payout ratio provides significant safety
  • Plans to open 20-25 new stores in 2025 showing expansion confidence
  • Strong Jordan Brand partnership launched in 145 stores
  • $700 million share repurchase program authorized
Risk Factors
  • Retail sector faces consumer spending pressure
  • Comparable sales declined 3% in recent quarter
  • Stock volatility with recent downward pressure
  • Seasonal business dependent on outdoor activity trends
Dividend Information
Ex-Dividend Date June 18, 2025
Payment Date July 17, 2025
Quarterly Dividend $0.13
Recent Div Growth 20.00%
Key Dividend Metrics
Dividend Yield
1.19%
Annual Dividend
$0.52
Payout Ratio
9.53%
P/E Ratio
8.04
This analysis is based on current market data and analyst projections as of June 15, 2025. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
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Block 3: Stock Profiles 2 & 3 - LRCX and NDSN
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Lam Research Corporation (LRCX)
$89.52 Price Target: $91.14 Buy (25 analysts)
Company Overview
Lam Research Corporation designs, manufactures, and services semiconductor processing equipment used in chip fabrication. As a critical supplier in semiconductor equipment space, Lam's tools are essential for producing chips that power smartphones, data centers, AI applications, and advanced memory systems. The company maintains market leadership in etch processes and strong positioning in deposition technologies.
Dividend Strengths
  • Outstanding 15% annual dividend growth rate
  • Conservative 25.63% payout ratio ensures sustainability
  • EPS growth projected to rebound 32% in 2025
  • Strong exposure to AI and memory chip manufacturing trends
  • Market leadership in critical etch and deposition processes
Risk Factors
  • Cyclical semiconductor industry creates earnings volatility
  • China trade restrictions impact growth prospects
  • Stock has experienced recent sector-wide pressure
  • High dependence on memory and logic chip demand cycles
Dividend Information
Ex-Dividend Date June 18, 2025
Payment Date July 9, 2025
Quarterly Dividend $0.23
Recent Div Growth 15.00%
Key Dividend Metrics
Dividend Yield
1.03%
Annual Dividend
$0.92
Payout Ratio
25.63%
P/E Ratio
24.95
This analysis is based on current market data and analyst projections as of June 15, 2025. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
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Nordson Corporation (NDSN)
$214.36 Price Target: $258.33 Strong Buy (6 analysts)
Company Overview
Nordson Corporation engineers, manufactures, and markets differentiated products and systems used to dispense, apply, and control adhesives, coatings, polymers, sealants, and other fluids. Operating through Industrial Precision Solutions and Advanced Technology Solutions segments, Nordson serves diverse end markets including packaging, electronics, medical devices, and automotive applications with precision technology solutions.
Dividend Strengths
  • Strong 14.71% recent dividend growth rate
  • Consistent quarterly dividend of $0.78 per share
  • Healthy 40.09% payout ratio provides growth room
  • Diversified industrial technology portfolio
  • Strong positioning in growing electronics manufacturing
Risk Factors
  • Industrial cyclicality affects customer demand
  • Higher valuation at 27.55 P/E ratio
  • Exposure to global manufacturing trends
  • Currency translation risks from international operations
Dividend Information
Ex-Dividend Date June 18, 2025
Payment Date July 3, 2025
Quarterly Dividend $0.78
Recent Div Growth 14.71%
Key Dividend Metrics
Dividend Yield
1.46%
Annual Dividend
$3.12
Payout Ratio
40.09%
P/E Ratio
27.55
This analysis is based on current market data and analyst projections as of June 15, 2025. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
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Block 4: Stock Profiles 4 & 5 - SNV and G
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Synovus Financial Corp. (SNV)
$47.13 Price Target: $57.09 Buy (23 analysts)
Company Overview
Synovus Financial Corp. operates as a leading regional bank holding company providing commercial and consumer banking services across Georgia, Alabama, Florida, South Carolina, and Tennessee. With approximately $60 billion in assets, Synovus offers comprehensive financial services including commercial banking, treasury management, wealth services, and mortgage lending through its well-established southeastern franchise.
Dividend Strengths
  • Strong Q1 2025 earnings growth of 67% year-over-year
  • Excellent credit metrics with declining charge-offs
  • Quarterly dividend of $0.39 with consistent payments
  • Strong southeast market positioning and expansion
  • Significant 21% upside to analyst price targets
Risk Factors
  • Interest rate sensitivity affects net interest margins
  • Regional banking concentration in southeastern states
  • Credit cycle risks in commercial real estate
  • Stock volatility during banking sector uncertainty
Dividend Information
Ex-Dividend Date June 18, 2025
Payment Date July 1, 2025
Quarterly Dividend $0.39
Recent Div Growth 1.32%
Key Dividend Metrics
Dividend Yield
3.31%
Annual Dividend
$1.56
Payout Ratio
44.04%
P/E Ratio
13.24
This analysis is based on current market data and analyst projections as of June 15, 2025. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
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Genpact Limited (G)
$42.92 Price Target: $48.57 Buy (7 analysts)
Company Overview
Genpact Limited provides advanced technology services and solutions globally, specializing in business process outsourcing, information technology services, and data analytics. The company serves clients across financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and technology sectors with its Data-Tech-AI and Digital Operations segments driving innovation in artificial intelligence and process automation.
Dividend Strengths
  • Strong 11.21% recent dividend growth
  • Record $5.7 billion in new bookings for 2024
  • Data-Tech-AI segment growing at 11.9% annually
  • Low 23.12% payout ratio provides growth flexibility
  • Consistent "Dividend Challenger" status
Risk Factors
  • Stock declined significantly from recent highs
  • Competitive pressure in IT services sector
  • Currency exposure from global operations
  • Client concentration in financial services
Dividend Information
Ex-Dividend Date June 18, 2025
Payment Date June 30, 2025
Quarterly Dividend $0.17
Recent Div Growth 11.21%
Key Dividend Metrics
Dividend Yield
1.58%
Annual Dividend
$0.68
Payout Ratio
23.12%
P/E Ratio
14.65
This analysis is based on current market data and analyst projections as of June 15, 2025. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
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Block 5: Five Honorable Mentions

Five Honorable Mentions

Additional dividend opportunities worth considering with solid fundamentals and growth potential

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Greif, Inc.
GEF • Ex-Div: Jun 17
Dividend Yield
3.40%
Price Target
$73.67
Div Growth
3.85%
Rating
Buy (7)
Industrial packaging leader with sustainable 48% payout ratio and strong global presence. Recent 16% stock gain shows market confidence in cyclical recovery.
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VICI Properties Inc.
VICI • Ex-Div: Jun 18
Dividend Yield
5.39%
Price Target
$35.23
Div Growth
4.22%
Rating
Buy (12)
Premier gaming REIT with high-quality casino properties and long-term triple-net leases. Attractive 5.39% yield with steady dividend growth track record.
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HPE Company
HPE • Ex-Div: Jun 18
Dividend Yield
2.95%
Price Target
$21.75
Div Growth
1.96%
Rating
Buy (12)
Enterprise technology infrastructure leader with edge computing and AI opportunities. Strong 23% upside potential to analyst targets with sustainable dividend.
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CSG Systems Intl.
CSGS • Ex-Div: Jun 18
Dividend Yield
2.03%
Price Target
$68.29
Div Growth
6.90%
Rating
Buy (7)
Software solutions provider for communications and media companies. Consistent 6.9% dividend growth with moderate 44% payout ratio provides room for expansion.
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Ferguson Enterprises
FERG • Ex-Div: Jun 20
Dividend Yield
1.56%
Price Target
$218.00
Div Growth
5.13%
Rating
Buy (14)
Leading plumbing and heating distributor with strong market position. Excellent operational efficiency and consistent dividend growth with 41% payout ratio.

These honorable mentions represent quality dividend opportunities that narrowly missed our top 5 rankings but offer compelling value propositions for income-focused investors.

Important Disclaimer: This analysis is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. All investments carry risk of loss. Please consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. Data current as of June 15, 2025.
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