U.S. Dividend News – Increases, Cuts & Special Dividends

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Middlesex Water (MSEX) hikes dividend by 5.6%

Middlesex Water (MSEX) announced a 5.6% dividend increase to $0.38 per share quarterly on October 23, 2026. The latest hike extends the water utility's dividend growth streak to 54 consecutive years , maintaining its status as a Dividend Hero .
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Microsoft (MSFT) hikes dividend by 7.7%

Microsoft (MSFT) raised its quarterly dividend by 7.7% to $0.98 per share on September 15, 2026. It is Microsoft's 24th consecutive year of dividend growth , but also its smallest increase since 2017.
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American Financial Group (AFG) hikes dividend by 10.2%

American Financial Group (AFG) announced a 10.2% dividend increase to $0.97 per share quarterly on October 1, 2026. The latest hike extends the insurer's dividend growth streak to 21 consecutive years , with double-digit increases recorded in each of the past seven years.
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Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (FMAO) hikes dividend by 4.3%

Farmers & Merchants Bancorp (FMAO) announced a 4.3% increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.24 per share on September 29, 2026. The bank also declared a $0.01 special dividend to celebrate America's 250th anniversary, bringing the combined quarterly payment to $0.25 per share. The regular dividend increase extends the company's dividend growth streak to 32 consecutive years .
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