Seven S&P500 Ideal 'Safer' March Dividend Dogs

Seven S&P 500 dividend 'Dogs'—including VICI, VZ, BEN, F, HST, T, and KEY—offer high yields supported by sufficient free cash flow, making them attractive buys. Analyst forecasts project 14.2% to 32.2% net gains for the top ten S&P 500 dividend stocks by March 2027, with an average estimated gain of 20.51%. Dividend safety is emphasized: only stocks with positive free cash flow margins and yields from $1K invested exceeding share prices are considered 'safer' and ideal for purchase.

Seeking Alpha • Mar 4, 2026

Here's Why KeyCorp (KEY) is a Strong Value Stock

Whether you're a value, growth, or momentum investor, finding strong stocks becomes easier with the Zacks Style Scores, a top feature of the Zacks Premium research service.

Zacks Investment Research • Mar 3, 2026

5 'Safer' Dividend Buys In Barron's 23 Better February Bets Than T-Bills

Long-term bond yields continue to rise. But investors looking for income can still find plenty of attractive opportunities with dividend-paying stocks that have healthy yields. “23 stocks pay huge dividends. They should be a better bet than treasuries.” —Barron's Weekly reported in October, 2024. Steven Wieting, strategist at Citi Wealth, told Barron's a growing dividend is a tangible-benefit for shareholders and a hallmark of companies with strong balance-sheets. “Nobody can fake a dividend," he-said.

Seeking Alpha • Feb 26, 2026

KeyBank Becomes Official Retail Bank of the Portland Thorns in New Multi‑Year Partnership

PORTLAND, Ore., Feb. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Portland Thorns have signed a multi‑year agreement with KeyBank (NYSE: KEY), naming the financial institution the club's Official Retail Bank and launching a slate of programs focused on community impact, youth development, and financial empowerment.

PRNewsWire • Feb 25, 2026

KeyBank Recognized as Best Bank in Small Business and Middle Market Banking with Nine National and Regional Coalition Greenwich 2026 Awards

Awards recognize Key's commitment to building relationships and enduring trust with clients, and providing excellent service   CLEVELAND, Feb. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- KeyBank (NYSE: KEY) is being recognized for its support of small and middle market business clients with nine 2026 Best Bank Awards from Crisil Coalition Greenwich in small business and middle market banking. These national and regional awards honor Key's collaborative approach that empowers small business owner-operators in addressing their complex financial needs and depth of expertise that helps middle market companies optimize business performance.

PRNewsWire • Feb 24, 2026

Is KeyCorp Well-Positioned to Support Its Capital Return Strategy?

KeyCorp KEY maintains a disciplined capital distribution approach, aiming to return value to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.  In 2022, KeyCorp raised its quarterly dividend by 5.1% to 20.5 cents per share and has maintained this level since then.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 24, 2026

KeyCorp (KEY) Up 1.2% Since Last Earnings Report: Can It Continue?

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

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 19, 2026

What Fueled KEY's NII Expansion in 2025 Despite Easing Rates

KeyCorp posts 23% NII jump in 2025 to $4.67B, driven by commercial loan growth, lower funding costs and balance sheet optimization despite rate cuts.

Zacks Investment Research • Feb 13, 2026

Keyera Corp. (KEY:CA) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Keyera Corp. (KEY:CA) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Transcript

Seeking Alpha • Feb 12, 2026

KeyCorp (KEY) Presents at Bank of America Financial Services Conference 2026 Transcript

KeyCorp (KEY) Presents at Bank of America Financial Services Conference 2026 Transcript

Seeking Alpha • Feb 10, 2026