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

These 4 Companies Just Increased Their Dividends. Not All the Raises Are Equal

Four NYSE companies raised their dividends within a single week, but a closer look at the coverage ratios, balance sheets, and business risks reveals that some of these payouts stand on far shakier ground than the headline increases suggest.

24/7 Wall Street • Oct 16, 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

International Markets and RPM International (RPM): A Deep Dive for Investors

Explore how RPM International's (RPM) revenue from international markets is changing and the resulting impact on Wall Street's predictions and the stock's prospects.

Zacks Investment Research • Oct 12, 2026

RPM International Targets Another Record Year, Raises Dividend for 53rd Straight Year

RPM International NYSE: RPM shareholders elected 12 directors, approved executive compensation on an advisory basis and ratified Deloitte & Touche LLP as the company's independent registered public accounting firm for fiscal 2027 at the company's 2026 annual meeting.

MarketBeat • Oct 9, 2026

RPM Increases Cash Dividend for 53rd Consecutive Year

MEDINA, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RPM Increases Cash Dividend for 53rd Consecutive Year.

Business Wire • Oct 8, 2026

RPM Announces Election of Jeffrey D. Rowe to Board of Directors

MEDINA, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--RPM Announces Election of Jeffrey D. Rowe to Board of Directors.

Business Wire • Oct 8, 2026

RPM International: Looks Better When You Separate The Growing Segments

RPM International remains a Buy, modestly undervalued with a compelling upside after solid Q1 2027 results. Q1 2027 saw revenue up 4.8% to $2.21B, with strong Performance Coatings and Consumer segments offsetting Construction Products weakness. Despite inflationary pressures and margin compression, RPM maintains profitability, strong cash flow, and the ability to reduce debt YoY.

Seeking Alpha • Oct 8, 2026

RPM International's Dividend King Status Just Got Stronger

While macroeconomic headwinds persist and affect activity across industries, RPM International quietly grows, sets new records, and drives robust cash flows.

MarketBeat • Oct 7, 2026

RPM International Q1 Earnings Call Highlights

RPM International NYSE: RPM reported record first-quarter sales, adjusted EBITDA and adjusted earnings per share for fiscal 2027, as growth in its Performance Coatings and Consumer segments offset temporary weakness in Construction Products.

MarketBeat • Oct 6, 2026