💿 Weekly Dividend Hikes — June 22–29, 2026 |
Dividend growth activity accelerated this week, with companies across Australia, the United States, and Canada announcing another round of higher shareholder payouts. Utilities, consumer staples, financials, and infrastructure businesses were particularly well represented, underscoring the resilience of companies with stable cash flows and disciplined capital allocation. |
Australia stood out with several notable dividend increases, while one leading U.S. grocery retailer delivered the largest raise of the week. High-quality dividend growers also continued extending long-running records of annual dividend increases. |
🇺🇸 United States |
Alerus Financial Corporation (ALRS) |
Last Div Date: 26.06.2026
Dividend: $0.21 → $0.22 (+4.76%)
Dividend Growth Streak: 14 consecutive years
Consistent Years: 32
Dividend Safety Score: 87.84 / 99 |
The diversified financial services company continued its long-standing commitment to shareholders with another annual dividend increase. A balanced mix of banking, wealth management, and retirement services supports resilient earnings and capital generation. |
Portland General Electric Company (POR) |
Last Div Date: 25.06.2026
Dividend: $0.525 → $0.551 (+5.00%)
Dividend Growth Streak: 19 consecutive years
Consistent Years: 19
Dividend Safety Score: 87.01 / 99 |
The regulated electric utility extended its nearly two-decade dividend growth streak. Predictable cash flows, constructive regulation, and continued investments in grid modernization provide a solid foundation for future dividend growth. |
Kroger Company (KR) |
Last Div Date: 25.06.2026
Dividend: $0.35 → $0.39 (+11.43%)
Dividend Growth Streak: 20 consecutive years
Consistent Years: 20
Dividend Safety Score: 85.25 / 99 |
The leading U.S. grocery retailer delivered the largest dividend increase of the week. Kroger continues benefiting from resilient consumer demand, expanding digital operations, and strong free cash flow generation, allowing it to reward shareholders while investing in long-term growth. |
🇨🇦 Canada |
West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. (WFG TO) |
Last Div Date: 25.06.2026
Dividend: C$0.436 → C$0.455 (+4.36%)
Dividend Growth Streak: 5 consecutive years
Consistent Years: 22
Dividend Safety Score: 85.26 / 99 |
The diversified wood products manufacturer announced another dividend increase despite operating in a cyclical industry. Its strong balance sheet, disciplined capital allocation, and leading market position continue supporting shareholder returns through varying market conditions. |
Restaurant Brands International Inc. (QSR TO) |
Last Div Date: 23.06.2026
Dividend: C$0.892 → C$0.920 (+3.14%)
Dividend Growth Streak: 10 consecutive years
Consistent Years: 10
Dividend Safety Score: 97.71 / 99 |
The global quick-service restaurant operator extended its dividend growth streak to a full decade. Supported by highly franchised brands, recurring royalty income, and strong global cash generation, the company continues delivering reliable returns to shareholders. |
🇦🇺 Australia |
Charter Hall Group (CHC AU) |
Last Div Date: 29.06.2026
Dividend: A$0.248 → A$0.258 (+4.07%)
Dividend Growth Streak: 16 consecutive years
Consistent Years: 16
Dividend Safety Score: 99 / 99 |
The diversified property investment and funds management company extended its impressive dividend growth record with another increase. Long-term management contracts, recurring fee income, and a high-quality real estate portfolio continue supporting reliable cash generation and shareholder distributions. |
BWP Trust (BWP AU) |
Last Div Date: 29.06.2026
Dividend: A$0.096 → A$0.098 (+2.61%)
Dividend Growth Streak: 2 consecutive years
Consistent Years: 12
Dividend Safety Score: 90.87 / 99 |
The retail property trust announced another dividend increase, supported by stable rental income and a portfolio anchored by long-term leases. Its defensive real estate assets continue providing dependable cash flows for investors. |
APA Group (APA AU) |
Last Div Date: 29.06.2026
Dividend: A$0.275 → A$0.305 (+10.91%)
Dividend Growth Streak: 15 consecutive years
Consistent Years: 15
Dividend Safety Score: 87.58 / 99 |
Australia's largest natural gas infrastructure operator delivered one of the week's strongest dividend increases. Stable regulated assets, long-term transportation contracts, and ongoing infrastructure investments continue underpinning sustainable dividend growth. |
⭐ Weekly Standouts |
Kroger Company — delivered the largest dividend increase of the week, raising its quarterly payout by 11.43%. Charter Hall Group — earned this week's highest Dividend Safety Score of 99 while extending its dividend growth streak to 16 consecutive years. Restaurant Brands International Inc. — combined an outstanding Dividend Safety Score of 97.71 with a decade of consecutive dividend increases.
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Why This Matters |
Some hikes are modest, some are big — but all of them mean higher passive income. Week after week, this is how the compounding snowball keeps rolling. |
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