Chevron's Stable Dividend: A Safe Haven in Uncertain Times

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is Cory with the story with Durham News today. Chevron stands out as one of the top dividend pairs in the S&P 500, delivering steady returns to shareholders through billions in. Dividends and buybacks. It offers a yield of 3-4%, well above the 1-2% average for most companies in the index. The firm has raised its payout for 39 straight years, from $4.28 per share in 2021 to $7. 12 cents today at about 5% annual growth. In times of economic uncertainty, like tariffs and global tensions, dividend stocks like Chevron provide reliable cash flow. The company pays dividends quarterly, sending shareholders roughly $1.78 per share every three months, typically in March. June, September and December. To get the next payout, investors need to buy shares before the ex-dividend day, which gives several weeks of notice. Investors love Chevron's track record as a dividend aristocrat, a rare status earned by boosting payouts for at least 25 years in a.

1:07Roe Chevron has done it for 39, even through crashes like the financial crisis and COVID. It's also one of the 10 highest yodors in the Dow Jones average this year, drawing income seekers looking for stability in the bumpy energy sector. Last year, Chevron posted $12.3 billion in net income and $20.2 billion in adjusted free cash flow. It's July 2025 purchase of Hess, boosted daily output to a record 4.1 million barrels of oil equivalent, strengthening it. Portfolio for long term growth. With a solid balance sheet and operations across oil production and refining, Chevron's dividend looks secure even if prices dip. This setup appeals to those building portfolios for steady income amid market swings. Appreciation to our sponsor for backing this episode. Your favorite podcast, music or sleep sounds coming from your pillow, no earbuds, no distractions, just listen and relax. S-O-L-I-S-O-L-Pillow.com.