Top 50 High-Quality Dividend Growth Stocks For August 2026

I track a curated universe of 50 high-quality dividend growth stocks to identify timely, attractive entry points for long-term total return. The universe delivered a 10.44% YTD return through July, closely matching SPY but trailing SCHD, with several individual stocks significantly outperforming. Currently, 40 stocks in the universe offer a forward return estimate of at least 10%, with 25 appearing potentially undervalued based on free cash flow analysis.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 9, 2026

Why Is FactSet (FDS) Up 5.2% Since Last Earnings Report?

FactSet (FDS) reported earnings 30 days ago. What's next for the stock?

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 31, 2026

Why FactSet Research (FDS) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term

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Zacks Investment Research • Jul 31, 2026

Best Dividend Aristocrats For August 2026

NOBL is outperforming SPY YTD in 2026, returning 12.9% versus SPY's 7.88%, with 45 Aristocrats ahead of SPY. Dividend growth among Aristocrats in 2026 averages 4.10%, with recent increases from ALB, FAST, PPG, SJM, and SWK. 25 Dividend Aristocrats appear undervalued and offer estimated long-term annualized returns of at least 10% using dividend yield theory.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 29, 2026

Financial Sector ETF Hits Record High on Fintech Gains

Shares of the State Street Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLF) touched a fresh all-time high Tuesday. That gain is part of a broader shift in the market.

ETF Trends • Jul 28, 2026

FactSet Announces Appointment of Chief People & Workforce Transformation Officer

NORWALK, Conn., July 27, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FactSet (NYSE:FDS | NASDAQ:FDS), a leading global data and AI solutions provider to the financial markets, today announced that Di Hirji has been appointed Chief People & Workforce Transformation Officer, effective August 3, 2026. She will succeed Catrina Harding, who is leaving FactSet after three years and will remain in an advisory capacity through a transition period.

GlobeNewsWire • Jul 27, 2026

FactSet Strengthens Insurance Sector Footprint as Curi Holdings Adopts Portfolio Analytics Suite

As insurance companies face growing pressure to modernize investment operations, Curi Holdings' is leveraging FactSet's Portfolio Analytics Suite to strengthen decision-making and position for long-term growth

GlobeNewsWire • Jul 21, 2026

Why FactSet Research (FDS) is a Top Growth Stock for the Long-Term

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Zacks Investment Research • Jul 21, 2026

10.9% Run Up, But Still Undervalued: FactSet

FactSet Research Systems remains undervalued, trading at a 44% discount to a fair value estimate of $445 per share. FDS's AI-enhanced products are driving organic ASV growth (+7% in Q3 2026), with clients using AI solutions growing ASV 50% faster than non-AI clients. FDS delivers a 1.8% dividend yield with a payout ratio in the mid-20% range, supporting 6%–8% annual dividend growth and a 26-year Dividend Aristocrat streak.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 16, 2026

10 Dividend Growth Stocks: July 2026

I define dividend growth stocks as those with dividend increases of 5 or more consecutive years. In this monthly series, I rank a selection of dividend growth stocks and present the top 10 stocks for consideration. This month, I'm presenting the top 10 dividend growth stocks with a 5-year yield-on-cost of 2.5% or higher and a consensus upside of at least 5%.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 11, 2026