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Sign InMajor 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.