Archer-Daniels-Midland (ADM) has marked its 53rd consecutive year of dividend increases, reinforcing its status as a Dividend King. Despite a decline in fourth-quarter revenues to $18.55 billion and a drop in earnings per share from $1.17 to $0.94, ADM’s management is optimistic about a rebound in 2026, projecting earnings between $3.60 and $4.25 per share. The stock has rallied 24% this year, buoyed by a solid dividend yield of 2.9%.
Meanwhile, Hershey is also making headlines with a forecasted earnings surge for 2026, anticipating a 30% to 35% increase in adjusted earnings. The company is integrating its brand portfolios to enhance marketing efficiency, which has already led to a nearly 15% rise in its stock price this year, alongside a dividend yield of 2.7%.
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Source: nasdaq.com