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Business Wire
28-05-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
COPT Defense to Present at Nareit's REITweek: 2025 Investor Conference
COLUMBIA, Md.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--COPT Defense Properties (NYSE: CDP) ('COPT Defense' or the 'Company') announced that its President and CEO, Stephen E. Budorick, will provide an update on the Company and participate in a question and answer session at Nareit's REITweek: 2025 Investor Conference. The presentation will be held on June 3, 2025 at 8:45 a.m. Eastern Time at the New York Hilton Midtown in New York, NY. A live audio webcast of the presentation and accompanying materials will be available in the 'News & Events – IR Calendar' section of COPT's Investors website: About COPT Defense COPT Defense, an S&P MidCap 400 Company, is a self-managed REIT focused on owning, operating and developing properties in locations proximate to, or sometimes containing, key U.S. Government ('USG') defense installations and missions (referred to as its Defense/IT Portfolio). The Company's tenants include the USG and their defense contractors, who are primarily engaged in priority national security activities, and who generally require mission-critical and high security property enhancements. As of March 31, 2025, the Company's Defense/IT Portfolio of 198 properties, including 24 owned through unconsolidated joint ventures, encompassed 22.6 million square feet and was 96.6% leased. Forward-Looking Information This press release may contain 'forward-looking' statements, as defined in Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, that are based on the Company's current expectations, estimates and projections about future events and financial trends affecting the Company. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of words such as 'may,' 'will,' 'should,' 'could,' 'believe,' 'anticipate,' 'expect,' 'estimate,' 'plan' or other comparable terminology. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which the Company cannot predict with accuracy and some of which the Company might not even anticipate. Although the Company believes that the expectations, estimates and projections reflected in such forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions at the time made, the Company can give no assurance that these expectations, estimates and projections will be achieved. Future events and actual results may differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or supplement any forward-looking statements. The areas of risk that may affect these expectations, estimates and projections include, but are not limited to, those risks described in Item 1A of the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2024.
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Business Standard
27-05-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Stock Market LIVE: Sensex down over 800 pts, Nifty near 24,750; Smallcaps shine; IndiGo down 2%
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE on Tuesday, May 27, 2025: On the broader markets front, Nifty SmallCap was up 0.13 per cent while MidCap was trading 0.10 per cent lower 10:04 AM Stock Market LIVE Updates: 10 AM Update- Sensex down 853 pts; Nifty below 24,750 Stock Market LIVE Updates: BSE Sensex slipped 853.25 points or 1.04 per cent at 81,323.20 and Nifty was down 247 points or 0.99 per cent at 24,753.75 around 10 AM. Selling pressure was seen across sectors. 10:00 AM Stock Market LIVE Updates: Here's Nifty technical outlook by Axis Securities Stock Market LIVE Updates: The Nifty managed to close above the psychological 25,000 level yesterday, but as long as the previous high of 25,116 is holding, there is a small chance of a dip that holds 24,462. This level is a make-or-break for bulls and bears alike, and the preferred view is that as long as it is intact, we will target the 25,400 - 25,600 area. This dip doesn't have to come, however, in which case the 25,500 area becomes the immediate play. Elsewhere, in yet another sign of bullish behaviour, the NSE smallcap index ended above its 200-day moving average yesterday for the first time in seven months. Macro-wise, expectations of a US-EU trade deal are keeping sentiment positive. View by Akshay Chinchalkar, head of research, Axis Securities. 9:31 AM Stock Market LIVE Updates: Sensex extends fall, down 750 points at 81,400 levels 9:18 AM Stock Market LIVE Updates: Sensex down over 350 pts in opening deals 9:08 AM Stock Market LIVE Updates: Sensex down 139 pts in pre-open deals; Nifty near 24,950 levels Stock Market LIVE Updates: The BSE Sensex was down 139 points at 82,037 levels in the pre-open deals. Meanwhile, the NSE Nifty 50 index quoted around 24,950 levels - indicating a likely gap-down of 44 points. 9:00 AM Stock Market LIVE Updates: Prostarm Info Systems IPO opens today, GMP at 24%: Should you subscribe? Stock Market LIVE Updates: The initial public offering (IPO) of power solution products company Prostarm Info Systems opens for public subscription today, Tuesday, May 27, 2025. The company aims to raise ₹168 crore through the public offer comprising a fresh issue of 16 million equity shares. Prostarm Info Systems has already raised ₹50.4 crore from various anchor investors at the upper price band of ₹105 per equity share ahead of the public offering's opening. READ MORE 8:53 AM Stock Market LIVE Updates: Stocks to Watch, May 27: Aurobindo Pharma, Nazara Tech, IndiGo, Lupin, TCS Stock Market LIVE Updates: Blue Dart Express:The logistics company reported a 29 per cent decline in its net profit to ₹55.15 crore for the March quarter of FY25. The company had reported a net profit of ₹77.78 crore in the year-ago period. Muthoot FinCorp:The company reported a 20 per cent decline in net profit to ₹192 crore for the fourth quarter ended March 2025. The NBFC firm primarily in gold loans had earned a standalone net profit of Rs 240 crore in the January-March quarter of FY24. Gillette India:The company reported a net profit increase of 60 per cent to ₹159 crore in Q4FY25, compared to ₹99 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year. The revenue from operations rose by 12 per cent to ₹767.47 crore in the quarter under review, compared to ₹680.74 crore in the March quarter last year.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. (CFR): Among the Best Mid-Cap Dividend Aristocrats to Invest in Now
We recently published a list of the 12 Best Mid-Cap Dividend Aristocrats to Invest in Now. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. (NYSE:CFR) stands against other mid-cap dividend aristocrats. There's a common misunderstanding that dividend payouts are mostly limited to large-cap companies, but mid-cap firms are often just as generous—and notably stable—when it comes to dividends. Recently, mid-cap dividend stocks, which had fallen out of favor, are making a comeback and drawing renewed interest from investment strategists. The MidCap Dividend Aristocrats Index, which includes 53 mid-sized companies that have raised their dividends for at least 15 consecutive years, has declined just 1.2% year-to-date through May 5. In comparison, the broader market has dropped 3.7% over the same period. Notably, these mid-cap companies generate about 82% of their revenue from within the US, significantly higher than the roughly 60% average for broader market firms and 53% for those in the Nasdaq Composite, based on data from S&P Dow Jones Indices and FactSet as of April 30. READ ALSO: Alongside investors, analysts are also recommending that income portfolios include mid-cap companies. According to Simeon Hyman, global investment strategist at ProShares, these stocks can help cushion downside risk amid current market volatility. He noted that this is particularly relevant for investors whose portfolios are heavily weighted toward large-cap growth names like the 'Magnificent Seven' tech giants. Hyman emphasized the importance of diversifying equity exposure across a wider range of asset classes to help manage risk in today's environment. Analysts are leaning toward mid-cap dividend stocks largely because they appear undervalued. As of April 30, the MidCap Dividend Aristocrats Index had a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 17.87, which is significantly lower than the P/E ratios of the broader market and the Nasdaq. Larry Adam, chief investment officer at Raymond James, made the following comment about this: 'Now is the time for bargain-hunting since midcap dividend stocks are trading at historically low valuations relative to large-cap stocks. They could be the sweet spot for investors when you consider they are more insulated from tariff exposure and are expected to outpace the earnings growth of large-caps this year.' According to analysts, instead of picking individual mid-cap dividend stocks, investors should consider exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as an alternative. These funds offer tax efficiency and diversification across multiple industries and typically come with low expense ratios. For instance, the WisdomTree U.S. MidCap Dividend ETF (DON), which manages $3.47 billion in assets, posted a year-to-date return of -6.47% through April 30, with a 12-month return of 4.72% and a 12-month yield of 2.54%. Its expense ratio stands at 0.38%. Meanwhile, the ProShares S&P MidCap Dividend Aristocrats ETF (REGL), with $1.69 billion in assets, returned -1.88% so far this year, delivered a 6.96% one-year return, and yields 2.60% over 12 months. Its expense ratio is 0.40%, according to Morningstar Direct. Though both ETFs are showing negative returns for the year, their dividend payouts help cushion losses. Financial advisers often recommend reinvesting those dividends rather than withdrawing the cash, as this approach can build wealth over time by acquiring more shares while prices remain subdued. A customer tapping their debit card at an ATM, making a secure transaction. For this list, we scanned the holdings of MidCap 400 Dividend Aristocrats, which tracks the performance of mid-sized companies within the MidCap 400 index that have maintained a consistent track record of increasing dividends annually for at least 15 years. From the index, we picked 12 dividend stocks that have garnered the most attention from hedge fund investors by the conclusion of Q4 2024, using data from Insider Monkey's database. The stocks are ranked according to the number of hedge funds having stakes in them. At Insider Monkey, we are obsessed with hedge funds. Why are we interested in the stocks that hedge funds pile into? The reason is simple: our research has shown that we can outperform the market by imitating the top stock picks of the best hedge funds. Our quarterly newsletter's strategy selects 14 small-cap and large-cap stocks every quarter and has returned 373.4% since May 2014, beating its benchmark by 218 percentage points (). Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 17 Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. (NYSE:CFR) is a Texas-based financial holding company that offers commercial and consumer banking services to its customers. As of March 31, the company has approximately $52 billion in assets. In its latest earnings report, it stated that it expects to open its 199th branch in the Fort Worth area within the next month, followed by the milestone 200th Frost location in Pflugerville, just north of Austin. With these additions, the company noted that it will have grown its total number of locations by over 50% since initiating its organic expansion strategy in December 2018. The stock has surged by over 17% in the past 12 months. In the first quarter of 2025, Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. (NYSE:CFR) reported revenue of $560.4 million, which showed a 7.2% growth from the same period last year. The revenue also surpassed analysts' consensus by $18.8 million. Its net interest income came in at $416.2 million, compared with $390 million in the prior-year period. The company's total assets also grew to $41.6 billion, from $40.7 billion in Q1 2024. On May 1, Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. (NYSE:CFR) declared a 5.3% hike in its quarterly dividend to $1.00 per share. This marked the company's 32nd consecutive year of dividend growth, which makes CFR one of the best dividend stocks on our list. The stock has a dividend yield of 3.23%, as of May 5. Overall, CFR ranks 12th on our list of the best mid-cap dividend aristocrats to buy now. While we acknowledge the potential of CFR as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some deeply undervalued dividend stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns, and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for a deeply undervalued dividend stock that is more promising than CFR but that trades at 10 times its earnings and grows its earnings at double digit rates annually, check out our report about the . READ NEXT: 20 Best AI Stocks To Buy Now and 30 Best Stocks to Buy Now According to Billionaires. Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at . Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
09-05-2025
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Silgan Holdings Inc. (SLGN): Among the Best Mid-Cap Dividend Aristocrats to Invest in Now
We recently published a list of the 12 Best Mid-Cap Dividend Aristocrats to Invest in Now. In this article, we are going to take a look at where Silgan Holdings Inc. (NYSE:SLGN) stands against other mid-cap dividend aristocrats. There's a common misunderstanding that dividend payouts are mostly limited to large-cap companies, but mid-cap firms are often just as generous—and notably stable—when it comes to dividends. Recently, mid-cap dividend stocks, which had fallen out of favor, are making a comeback and drawing renewed interest from investment strategists. The MidCap Dividend Aristocrats Index, which includes 53 mid-sized companies that have raised their dividends for at least 15 consecutive years, has declined just 1.2% year-to-date through May 5. In comparison, the broader market has dropped 3.7% over the same period. Notably, these mid-cap companies generate about 82% of their revenue from within the US, significantly higher than the roughly 60% average for broader market firms and 53% for those in the Nasdaq Composite, based on data from S&P Dow Jones Indices and FactSet as of April 30. READ ALSO: Alongside investors, analysts are also recommending that income portfolios include mid-cap companies. According to Simeon Hyman, global investment strategist at ProShares, these stocks can help cushion downside risk amid current market volatility. He noted that this is particularly relevant for investors whose portfolios are heavily weighted toward large-cap growth names like the 'Magnificent Seven' tech giants. Hyman emphasized the importance of diversifying equity exposure across a wider range of asset classes to help manage risk in today's environment. Analysts are leaning toward mid-cap dividend stocks largely because they appear undervalued. As of April 30, the MidCap Dividend Aristocrats Index had a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 17.87, which is significantly lower than the P/E ratios of the broader market and the Nasdaq. Larry Adam, chief investment officer at Raymond James, made the following comment about this: 'Now is the time for bargain-hunting since midcap dividend stocks are trading at historically low valuations relative to large-cap stocks. They could be the sweet spot for investors when you consider they are more insulated from tariff exposure and are expected to outpace the earnings growth of large-caps this year.' According to analysts, instead of picking individual mid-cap dividend stocks, investors should consider exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as an alternative. These funds offer tax efficiency and diversification across multiple industries and typically come with low expense ratios. For instance, the WisdomTree U.S. MidCap Dividend ETF (DON), which manages $3.47 billion in assets, posted a year-to-date return of -6.47% through April 30, with a 12-month return of 4.72% and a 12-month yield of 2.54%. Its expense ratio stands at 0.38%. Meanwhile, the ProShares S&P MidCap Dividend Aristocrats ETF (REGL), with $1.69 billion in assets, returned -1.88% so far this year, delivered a 6.96% one-year return, and yields 2.60% over 12 months. Its expense ratio is 0.40%, according to Morningstar Direct. Though both ETFs are showing negative returns for the year, their dividend payouts help cushion losses. Financial advisers often recommend reinvesting those dividends rather than withdrawing the cash, as this approach can build wealth over time by acquiring more shares while prices remain subdued. An industrial robotic arm automating the production of metal containers. For this list, we scanned the holdings of MidCap 400 Dividend Aristocrats, which tracks the performance of mid-sized companies within the MidCap 400 index that have maintained a consistent track record of increasing dividends annually for at least 15 years. From the index, we picked 12 dividend stocks that have garnered the most attention from hedge fund investors by the conclusion of Q4 2024, using data from Insider Monkey's database. The stocks are ranked according to the number of hedge funds having stakes in them. At Insider Monkey, we are obsessed with hedge funds. Why are we interested in the stocks that hedge funds pile into? The reason is simple: our research has shown that we can outperform the market by imitating the top stock picks of the best hedge funds. Our quarterly newsletter's strategy selects 14 small-cap and large-cap stocks every quarter and has returned 373.4% since May 2014, beating its benchmark by 218 percentage points (). Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 21 Silgan Holdings Inc. (NYSE:SLGN) is an American manufacturing company that specializes in packaging for consumer goods. The stock is generating solid returns this year, surging by nearly 7% since the start of 2025, while its 12-month returns came in at nearly 17%. Over the years, the company has grown into a leading global supplier of sustainable rigid packaging for consumer products, operating 107 manufacturing facilities across four continents. Silgan Holdings Inc. (NYSE:SLGN) reported $1.47 billion in revenue in the first quarter of 2025, up by over 11.3% from the same period last year. The company's net income for the quarter came in at $68 million, up from $55.2 million in the prior-year period. Its adjusted earnings per share rose by 19%, a figure that came in near the upper end of its projected range for the first quarter. This performance was attributed to volume growth, strong operational execution across all segments, solid contributions from the Weener acquisition, and ongoing progress in its cost reduction efforts. Silgan Holdings Inc. (NYSE:SLGN)'s cash position also remained strong as it ended the quarter with $353 million available in cash and cash equivalents. The company reaffirmed its projected free cash flow for 2025 at around $450 million, representing a 15% increase over the $391.3 million reported in 2024. Due to this cash position, the company managed to grow its dividend for 21 years in a row. Currently, it offers a quarterly dividend of $0.20 per share and has a dividend yield of 1.47%, as of May 5. Overall, SLGN ranks 11th on our list of the best mid-cap dividend aristocrats to buy now. While we acknowledge the potential of SLGN as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some deeply undervalued dividend stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns, and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for a deeply undervalued dividend stock that is more promising than SLGN but that trades at 10 times its earnings and grows its earnings at double digit rates annually, check out our report about the . READ NEXT: 20 Best AI Stocks To Buy Now and 30 Best Stocks to Buy Now According to Billionaires. Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at . Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
09-05-2025
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Is National Fuel Gas Company (NFG) the Best Mid-Cap Dividend Aristocrat to Invest in Now?
We recently published a list of the 12 Best Mid-Cap Dividend Aristocrats to Invest in Now. In this article, we are going to take a look at where National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG) stands against other mid-cap dividend aristocrats. There's a common misunderstanding that dividend payouts are mostly limited to large-cap companies, but mid-cap firms are often just as generous—and notably stable—when it comes to dividends. Recently, mid-cap dividend stocks, which had fallen out of favor, are making a comeback and drawing renewed interest from investment strategists. The MidCap Dividend Aristocrats Index, which includes 53 mid-sized companies that have raised their dividends for at least 15 consecutive years, has declined just 1.2% year-to-date through May 5. In comparison, the broader market has dropped 3.7% over the same period. Notably, these mid-cap companies generate about 82% of their revenue from within the US, significantly higher than the roughly 60% average for broader market firms and 53% for those in the Nasdaq Composite, based on data from S&P Dow Jones Indices and FactSet as of April 30. READ ALSO: Alongside investors, analysts are also recommending that income portfolios include mid-cap companies. According to Simeon Hyman, global investment strategist at ProShares, these stocks can help cushion downside risk amid current market volatility. He noted that this is particularly relevant for investors whose portfolios are heavily weighted toward large-cap growth names like the 'Magnificent Seven' tech giants. Hyman emphasized the importance of diversifying equity exposure across a wider range of asset classes to help manage risk in today's environment. Analysts are leaning toward mid-cap dividend stocks largely because they appear undervalued. As of April 30, the MidCap Dividend Aristocrats Index had a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 17.87, which is significantly lower than the P/E ratios of the broader market and the Nasdaq. Larry Adam, chief investment officer at Raymond James, made the following comment about this: 'Now is the time for bargain-hunting since midcap dividend stocks are trading at historically low valuations relative to large-cap stocks. They could be the sweet spot for investors when you consider they are more insulated from tariff exposure and are expected to outpace the earnings growth of large-caps this year.' According to analysts, instead of picking individual mid-cap dividend stocks, investors should consider exchange-traded funds (ETFs) as an alternative. These funds offer tax efficiency and diversification across multiple industries and typically come with low expense ratios. For instance, the WisdomTree U.S. MidCap Dividend ETF (DON), which manages $3.47 billion in assets, posted a year-to-date return of -6.47% through April 30, with a 12-month return of 4.72% and a 12-month yield of 2.54%. Its expense ratio stands at 0.38%. Meanwhile, the ProShares S&P MidCap Dividend Aristocrats ETF (REGL), with $1.69 billion in assets, returned -1.88% so far this year, delivered a 6.96% one-year return, and yields 2.60% over 12 months. Its expense ratio is 0.40%, according to Morningstar Direct. Though both ETFs are showing negative returns for the year, their dividend payouts help cushion losses. Financial advisers often recommend reinvesting those dividends rather than withdrawing the cash, as this approach can build wealth over time by acquiring more shares while prices remain subdued. A large oil and gas production plant with pipelines leading to tanker truck and storage tanks. For this list, we scanned the holdings of MidCap 400 Dividend Aristocrats, which tracks the performance of mid-sized companies within the MidCap 400 index that have maintained a consistent track record of increasing dividends annually for at least 15 years. From the index, we picked 12 dividend stocks that have garnered the most attention from hedge fund investors by the conclusion of Q4 2024, using data from Insider Monkey's database. The stocks are ranked according to the number of hedge funds having stakes in them. At Insider Monkey, we are obsessed with hedge funds. Why are we interested in the stocks that hedge funds pile into? The reason is simple: our research has shown that we can outperform the market by imitating the top stock picks of the best hedge funds. Our quarterly newsletter's strategy selects 14 small-cap and large-cap stocks every quarter and has returned 373.4% since May 2014, beating its benchmark by 218 percentage points (). Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 29 National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG) is a New York-based diversified energy company that is active in natural gas exploration and production, runs pipeline and storage operations, and delivers natural gas utility services to its customers. It expects its adjusted earnings per share to grow at a compound annual rate of over 10% through 2027. With the rapid rise of artificial intelligence, National Fuel Gas sees strong growth potential in meeting the increasing natural gas demand from data centers supporting AI technologies. The stock has soared by over 34.3% since the start of 2025. In fiscal Q2 2025, National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG) reported nearly $730 million in revenues, up 16% from the same period last year. The revenue missed analysts' estimates by $44.6 million. Its EPS of $2.39 beat the consensus by $0.18. The company's GAAP net income of $216 million, or $2.37 per share, reflected a 32% increase in earnings per share from the previous year. On an adjusted basis, operating income totaled $218 million, or $2.39 per share, representing a 34% year-over-year increase. National Fuel Gas Company (NYSE:NFG) generated $473.8 million in operating cash flow in the first six months of fiscal 2025. The company has a strong dividend history with 121 consecutive years of dividend payment and 54 years of dividend growth in a row. Its quarterly dividend comes in at $0.515 per share for a dividend yield of 2.5%, as of May 5. Overall, NFG ranks 3rd on our list of the best mid-cap dividend aristocrats to buy now. While we acknowledge the potential of NFG as an investment, our conviction lies in the belief that some deeply undervalued dividend stocks hold greater promise for delivering higher returns, and doing so within a shorter time frame. If you are looking for a deeply undervalued dividend stock that is more promising than NFG but that trades at 10 times its earnings and grows its earnings at double digit rates annually, check out our report about the . READ NEXT: 20 Best AI Stocks To Buy Now and 30 Best Stocks to Buy Now According to Billionaires. Disclosure: None. This article is originally published at .
