Among the latest increases, Atmus Filtration Technologies ($ATMU) raised its quarterly dividend by about 9.1%, while Badger Meter ($BMI) increased its payout by 10%. Westlake ($WLK) also announced a higher dividend.
Several Morgan Stanley preferred securities and BitMine's preferred stock recorded higher distributions as well.
Recent Dividend Increases
| Stock | New Dividend | Previous Dividend | Increase | Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atmus Filtration Technologies ($ATMU) | $0.060 | $0.055 | ~9.1% | ~0.40% |
| Badger Meter ($BMI) | $0.440 | $0.400 | 10.0% | ~1.20% |
| Westlake ($WLK) | $0.533 | $0.530 | ~0.6% | ~2.70% |
Atmus Filtration Technologies
$ATMU increased its quarterly dividend from $0.055 to $0.060 per share, representing an increase of approximately 9.1%.
The next ex-dividend date is August 27, 2026.
Badger Meter
$BMI raised its quarterly dividend from $0.40 to $0.44 per share, delivering a 10% increase.
The stock's next ex-dividend date is August 28, 2026.
Westlake
$WLK increased its quarterly dividend from $0.530 to $0.533 per share.
Although the increase is relatively small, the company offers a higher indicated yield of approximately 2.7%.
Its next ex-dividend date is August 25, 2026.
Morgan Stanley Preferred Securities
The latest dividend increases also include several Morgan Stanley preferred securities. Their indicated yields are substantially higher than those of the common stocks listed above, ranging from approximately 6.6% to 7.1%.
These securities should not be viewed as direct substitutes for conventional dividend-growth stocks because preferred shares have different characteristics, including different risks and potential sensitivity to interest rates.
Why Dividend Growth Matters
For long-term investors, dividend growth can be just as important as the current dividend yield.
A high-yield stock may provide more income today, but a company that consistently grows its dividend can potentially increase an investor's income significantly over time.
Investors should therefore consider several factors together:
Current dividend yield
Dividend growth rate
Earnings and free-cash-flow growth
Payout ratio
Debt levels
Valuation
Dividend history
A dividend increase alone is not necessarily a reason to buy a stock. The underlying business must also be capable of supporting future payouts.
The Bottom Line
The latest dividend increases put $ATMU, $BMI and $WLK on the radar of income-focused investors.
Badger Meter stands out with a 10% increase, while Atmus Filtration Technologies delivered another strong payout increase of roughly 9.1%. Westlake offers the highest current yield among the three common stocks, despite its smaller increase.
For dividend-growth investors, the key question is what comes next: Can these companies continue increasing their payouts while maintaining healthy earnings and cash flow?
This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice.
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