NWN Strengthens Palo Alto Networks Partnership with Three NextWave Advanced MSSP Specializations

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NWN, a leading AI-powered technology services provider and Palo Alto Networks NextWave Diamond Innovator, today announced that it has earned three Palo Alto Networks NextWave Advanced Specializations for managed security service providers: Prisma Access MSSP, Prisma SD-WAN MSSP, and Next-Generation Firewall MSSP. The recognition builds on NWN's 2026 North America State, Local and Education Partner of the Year award and reinforces the company's role helping organizations.

Business Wire • Oct 27, 2026

NW Natural vs. Middlesex Water: Which Dividend Is Safer for Retirement?

A Pacific Northwest gas utility expanding into Texas squares off against a New Jersey water company staring down a quarter-billion-dollar cleanup bill, and for retirees living on dividends, picking the wrong one could cost them years of income growth.

24/7 Wall Street • Oct 27, 2026

Best Dividend Kings: October 2026

Dividend Kings have outperformed SPY YTD, rising 13.5% versus SPY's 12.32%, with a strong October rebound. Twenty-six Dividend Kings appear both potentially undervalued and offer long-term annualized expected returns of at least 10%. Dividend growth for the Kings in 2026 averages 4.65%, with recent increases from GRC, NWN, and RPM.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 26, 2026

Rising Income Over Big Yields: 4 Dividend Kings That Have Raised Payouts for 70 Years Straight

A dividend that has risen every year for seven decades has seen a lot.

24/7 Wall Street • Oct 20, 2026

NWN Earns CRN Triple Crown for Fifth Consecutive Year, Recognized for Scale, Growth, and Technical Excellence

BOSTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NWN, the leading AI-powered managed services provider delivering intelligent workplace, cloud, cybersecurity and customer experience solutions, today announced it has earned the prestigious CRN Triple Crown Award for 2026, marking the fifth consecutive year the company has received the distinction. Reserved for the most accomplished technology solution providers in North America, the award recognizes NWN as one of only 55 companies named across all three of CRN's most r.

Business Wire • Oct 14, 2026

Dividend Announcements: October 3-9, 2026

I track dividend announcements across 1,200+ stocks. This week, I'm highlighting 5 dividend increases. RPM announced the largest dividend increase this week of 5.56% and boasts the highest Quality Score (7.10). LMT raised its dividend by 4.35%, marking its 24th consecutive annual increase. Its payout ratio is well covered at 50%, and it has an A+ Dividend Safety Grade.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 13, 2026

NW Natural Holdings Schedules Earnings Release and Conference Call for Thursday, Nov. 5

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NW Natural Holdings Schedules Earnings Release and Conference Call for Thursday, Nov. 5.

Business Wire • Oct 9, 2026

5 Hidden Dividend Stocks With Payout Records That Put Bigger Names to Shame

Two of these obscure dividend stocks have raised their payouts for 56 straight years, longer than most household names, yet they trade at a fraction of the attention.

24/7 Wall Street • Oct 9, 2026

NW Natural Holdings Increases Dividend for 71st Consecutive Year

PORTLAND, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--NW Natural Holdings Increases Dividend for 71st Consecutive Year.

Business Wire • Oct 8, 2026

ExxonMobil, Visa Among 16 Dividend Growth Companies To Announce Annual Dividend Increases In October

ExxonMobil is expected to announce its 45th consecutive year of dividend growth in October, with a predicted increase of 4.4–5.8%. XOM's cost-cutting and share buybacks are driving a recovery, with GAAP EPS up 26% and adjusted EPS up 32% in 1H 2026. Dividend growth for XOM is forecast to accelerate modestly, reflecting improved earnings after a period of slower growth and recent acquisitions.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 5, 2026