10 Dividend Growth Stocks: August 2026

In this monthly series, I rank a selection of dividend growth stocks and present the top 10 stocks for consideration. To rank stocks, I do a quality assessment and sort. My quality scoring system rates dividend stocks on a 10-point scale across 9 weighted factors. Each factor blends qualitative signals and quantitative metrics. I usually target dividend growth stocks. None of the screened candidates currently meet all criteria for new portfolio positions due to insufficient fair value upside or yield on cost.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 26, 2026

Mueller Industries: Even Strong Growth Doesn't Justify Great Upside

Mueller Industries, Inc. has delivered strong growth via acquisitions and price increases, but current valuation limits market-beating upside. MLI's management targets significant operating income growth to $1.5B by 2030, leveraging organic expansion, vertical integration, and $1.41B net cash. Despite robust financials and sector tailwinds, MLI's projected annualized returns (5.7%-8.5%) lag typical S&P 500 averages.

Seeking Alpha • Aug 25, 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

Mueller Industries, Inc. Announces Retirement of Gary S. Gladstein from the Board of Directors Effective December 31, 2026

COLLIERVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mueller Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MLI) announced today that effective December 31, 2026, Gary S. Gladstein, who has served on the Board a combined 30 years, including three years as Chairman and three years as Lead Independent Director, will retire from Board service. On the transition, Greg Christopher, Chairman and CEO, stated, “We are grateful for Gary's commitment to our Company and thank him for his three decades of service. Gary has played an instrument.

Business Wire • Aug 7, 2026

Mueller Industries, Inc. Declares Cash Dividend for Third Quarter

COLLIERVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mueller Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MLI) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend on its common stock of 17.5 cents per share. The dividend will be payable September 18, 2026 to shareholders of record on September 4, 2026. Mueller Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MLI) is an industrial corporation whose holdings manufacture vital goods for important markets such as air, water, oil and gas distribution; climate comfort; fo.

Business Wire • Aug 6, 2026

Mueller Industries Grew Sales 25% With Piping Up 27%. Here's the Backdrop to an Insider Filing

The non-discretionary disposition involved 1,808 shares at $66.57 per share, representing an estimated value of about $120,400 on July 30. The activity resulted in a 2% reduction in the insider's direct equity holdings in the company.

The Motley Fool • Aug 2, 2026

Mueller Industries, Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2026 Earnings

COLLIERVILLE, Tenn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mueller Industries, Inc. (NYSE: MLI) announces results for the second quarter of 2026. Comparisons are to the second quarter of 2025. Net Sales increased to $1.43 billion versus $1.14 billion. Net Income increased to $249.7 million versus $245.9 million. Operating Income increased to $310.0 million versus $304.2 million. Diluted EPS* increased to $1.13 versus $1.11. Dividends per share* increased to $.175 versus $.125. * Diluted EPS and dividends per share.

Business Wire • Jul 21, 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

These 3 Cash-Flow Stocks Give Investors More Than Just Growth Potential

Cash flow is an essential component for many successful companies, allowing firms to fund new growth via acquisitions or increased production while also reducing the need to rely on debt and providing financial stability. Still, investors may be inclined to overlook cash flow in favor of other key metrics—in doing so, however, they risk missing out on excellent opportunities to buy into companies with the flexibility and stability to expand their operations.

MarketBeat • Jul 8, 2026

Top 50 High-Quality Dividend Growth Stocks For July 2026

I track a curated universe of 50 high-quality dividend growth stocks to identify opportune entry points based on valuation and future return potential. Year-to-date through June, the investable universe returned 8.69%, trailing SPY (10.10%) and SCHD (17.50%), but several individual stocks outperformed significantly. Currently, 39 out of 50 stocks offer a forward return estimate of at least 10%, with 22 appearing potentially undervalued by my free cash flow model.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 8, 2026