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StocksMediumUpdated×2•Originally published 16 April 2026•Updated 17 April 2026•

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Costco Hikes Dividend by 13% Amid Strong US Corporate Earnings and Payouts

Key Facts

1Costco Wholesale Corporation increased its quarterly dividend by 13% from $1.30 to $1.47 per share.

about 2 months ago

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What changed: The story was expanded to include dividend declarations from regional financial institutions, First Resource Bancorp and Quaint Oak Bancorp, reinforcing the trend of consistent payouts in the banking sector.

Version 1about 2 months ago

What changed: The story was updated to include First Merchants Corporation's dividend declaration for its preferred stock, adding to the trend of financial sector payouts.

Major US corporations across retail and finance are reinforcing investor confidence through robust dividend declarations, led by Costco’s 13% hike to $1.47 per share. The banking sector showed further momentum as regional players First Resource Bancorp and Quaint Oak Bancorp announced quarterly cash dividends of $0.02 and $0.04 per share, respectively. These additions complement Cintas Corporation’s impressive 42-year streak of consecutive increases and First Merchants Corporation’s substantial payout on its Series A preferred stock. Specifically, First Merchants declared a $46.88 per share dividend, with depositary share (FRMEP) holders set to receive $0.4688 in May 2026. Collectively, these actions signal sustained corporate health and a widespread commitment to returning capital to shareholders across various industry scales.