As things heat up in the political landscape, President Trump, who oversees one of the world’s largest economies (America), is shaking up markets with executive orders that could impact some of the world’s largest corporations. Investors are closely watching companies like Apple, Tesla, Microsoft, Starbucks, Meta Platforms, General Motors (GM), ASML, Comcast, Intel, Visa, Mastercard, Boeing, and Lockheed Martin as they prepare to announce their earnings. A beat in the market could signal strong performance or favourable conditions, often leading to a rise in share prices as demand increases. Conversely, results below expectations could raise red flags, resulting in a share price dip. However, it’s worth considering that the action plans shared during earnings calls could play a key role in influencing investor sentiment.
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Upcoming dividends following earnings reports from the companies above?
New listing in the property space
EasyProperties is listing a new property this week: The Dawn, an exclusive development in the heart of Lynnwood, Pretoria.
“Lynnwood's rental market has consistently demonstrated strong demand due to several factors... The combination of location, quality, and strong rental demand makes this development particularly attractive for investors looking to add to their property portfolio.” – EasyProperties
M&A and spin-offs
Premier Investments Limited (an Australian retail company) is separating from Myer Holdings Limited after Myer combines with Premier’s apparel brands. As a result, Premier will distribute approximately 7.2 Myer shares for every 1 Premier share held. The last date to qualify for these shares is this week.
“The Apparel Brands business would be contributed along with sufficient cash to ensure a consistent capital structure for each of the two businesses and to provide Myer with capital to invest in growth initiatives... Premier shareholders would benefit, given Premier’s existing shareholding in Myer and because Premier shareholders would become shareholders in Myer.” – Premier
A look at companies paying cash dividends with upcoming last trade dates:
Here’s the latest dividend update for the week!
South Africa
Supermarket Income REIT will be paying R0.34 per share.
American
Antero Midstream Corporation will be paying $0.22 per share.
Entegris Inc will be paying $0.10 per share.
Marsh & McLennan Cos Inc will be paying $0.81 per share.
Texas Instruments Inc will be paying $1.36 per share.
AGNC Investment Corp will be paying $0.12 per share.
Enterprise Products Partners LP will be paying $0.53 per share.
Morgan Stanley will be paying $0.92 per share.
Agree Realty Corp will be paying $0.25 per share.
EPR Properties will be paying $0.28 per share.
Fastenal Co will be paying $0.43 per share.
ONEOK Inc will be paying $1.03 per share.
MPLX LP will be paying $0.95 per share.
Realty Income Corporation will be paying $0.26 per share.
Synchrony Financial will be paying $0.25 per share.
Kinder Morgan Inc will be paying $0.28 per share.
Citigroup Inc will be paying $0.56 per share.
United Kingdom
IG Group Holdings Plc will be paying £0.13 per share.
Pennon Group Plc will be paying £0.14 per share.
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