Top 50 High-Quality Dividend Growth Stocks For September 2026

I track a universe of 50 high-quality dividend growth stocks to identify opportune entry points based on valuation and future return potential. Recent upgrades include Eli Lilly, Watsco, and Nike, driven by improved valuations and stronger EPS growth projections. 43 out of 50 stocks currently offer a forward return estimate of at least 10%, with 29 appearing potentially undervalued based on free cash flow mean reversion.

Seeking Alpha • Sep 14, 2026

Graco Announces Regular Quarterly Dividend

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG) has declared a regular quarterly dividend of 29.5 cents ($0.295) per common share, payable on November 4, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on October 19, 2026. The Company has approximately 160.4 million shares outstanding.ABOUT GRACOGraco Inc. supplies technology and expertise for the management of fluids and coatings in both industrial and commercial applications. It designs, manufactures and.

Business Wire • Sep 11, 2026

Graco Inc. Appoints Richard B. Lewis to the Board of Directors

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Graco Inc. (NYSE:GGG) announced today that Richard B. Lewis has been appointed as a member of the company's Board of Directors, effective December 3, 2026. Mr. Lewis is President and Chief Executive Officer of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI), a leading worldwide provider of innovative filtration products and solutions, a role he has held since March 2026. He also serves on its board of directors. Previously, he was Donaldson's Chief Operating Officer and held a.

Business Wire • Sep 11, 2026

Graco (GGG) Could Find a Support Soon, Here's Why You Should Buy the Stock Now

After losing some value lately, a hammer chart pattern has been formed for Graco (GGG), indicating that the stock has found support. This, combined with an upward trend in earnings estimate revisions, could lead to a trend reversal for the stock in the near term.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 3, 2026

Graco Acquires Valco Melton, Strengthens Product Offerings

GGG's $447 million Valco Melton buyout expands adhesive dispensing and quality assurance capabilities while broadening its fluid handling portfolio.

Zacks Investment Research • Sep 1, 2026

Graco Inc. Closes Acquisition of Valco Melton

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Graco Inc. (NYSE: GGG), a global leader in fluid and powder handling technologies, today announced it has completed its acquisition of Valco Melton, a global provider of adhesive application and quality assurance systems, for $447 million in cash. When adjusted for the present value of expected tax benefits of approximately $40 million, the net transaction value represents approximately 14x 2025 adjusted EBITDA and approximately 10x 2026 estimated full-year, synerg.

Business Wire • Aug 31, 2026

Graco (GGG) Upgraded to Buy: Here's What You Should Know

Graco (GGG) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

Zacks Investment Research • Aug 27, 2026

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

Conestoga SMid Cap Composite Q2 2026 Portfolio Review

West Pharmaceuticals stock moved higher following another quarter of broad-based growth, driven by continued demand for high-value biologics packaging and proprietary delivery components. Tyler Technologies underperformed during the quarter despite delivering solid financial results that met management's guidance. We were attracted to Knowles' accelerating organic growth, expanding margins, and exposure to several attractive long-term secular trends.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 31, 2026

Madison Mid Cap Fund Q2 2026 Portfolio Activity

The top five contributors for the quarter were MKS, Amphenol, Arista Networks, Bio-Techne, and Waters. The bottom five detractors for the quarter were Ross Stores, Arch Capital, Copart, Gartner, and Brown & Brown. We purchased shares in Verisk Analytics, the dominant provider of data and analytics to property and casualty insurers in the U.S.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 31, 2026