PayChex, Inc. (PAYX) Increases Dividend, Announces Buyback
In an industry considered by most to be dull and boring, one company is producing exciting returns. On Thursday, payroll software company Paychex, Inc. (NASDAQ:PAYX) announced a $0.04 increase in the company’s quarterly dividend to $0.46 per share. The move.
Genesis Energy, L.P. Announces Distribution Hike
While many oil patch firms are still deep in the doldrums, one energy partnership is increasing its already-impressive payout to income investors. On Thursday, July 7, Genesis Energy, L.P. (NYSE:GEL) announced a quarterly distribution of $0.69 per common unit for.
PNC Financial Services Inc Announces 8% Dividend Hike
The financial crisis hammered bank stocks, but one company is still finding ways to reward shareholders. On Thursday, July 7, PNC Financial Services Group Inc (NYSE:PNC) declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.55 per share. This represents an eight percent.
U.S. Manufacturing Sector Expanded in May
Several indicators have been suggesting a growing U.S. economy. This time, it’s the Purchasing Managers’ Index, or PMI. Today, the Institute of Supply Management (ISM) published its latest report on the U.S. manufacturing sector. It suggests that in May, the.
Obama Retirement Savings Rule Faces Big Challenge
A regulation known as the fiduciary rule was finalized by the Department of Labor back in April. Now, financial industry trade groups are taking to the courts to block it. Today, The Wall Street Journal reported that the U.S. Chamber.
Unum Group Hikes Dividends, Approves Buyback
As an income investor, you might not care much about insurance company Unum Group’s (NYSE:UNM) impressive climb in its stock price recently. But you should pay attention now, because the company just raised its dividend again. On Thursday, May 26,.
Lowe’s Companies, Inc. Hikes Dividend by 25%
Brick-and-mortar retailers might not look that attractive today, but for income investors, there is a good reason to take a look at Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE:LOW). Why? It just hiked its dividend again. On May 27, Lowe’s announced a 25%.
U.S. Economic Growth Slows, but Beats Estimates
The U.S. economy did not have a great start in the first quarter of 2016, but the latest report suggests that growth was not as slow as previously reported. Today, the Bureau of Economic Analysis released its latest estimate for.
Auto Insurance Rates See Highest Spike in 13 Years
With gasoline prices being so low, you might think that driving has become cheaper. However, a recent report on auto insurance rates might prove otherwise. Last week, the federal government released its monthly consumer price index (CPI) data related to.
Study: Students Make Less Money After Attending These Colleges
Most people go to university to increase their earnings potential. However, according to a recent study, you can actually see your earnings decline after going to some colleges. A working paper published by the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER).