EP91: Why Raise the Dividend When Earnings are Down?

In this episode, we're going to look at why some companies increase their dividend even though their earnings go down.I also cover the following topics in this episode:- Example stock used in this episode, Franklin Resources (BEN)- Recent decline in earnings for stock BEN- Why do companies increase their dividend?- Two real-life examples: Walmart and Visa- Should you invest in BEN today?Disclaimer: The views and opinions shared on this channel are for informational and educational purposes only. Simply Investing Incorporated nor the author and guests shall be liable for any loss of profit or any commercial damages, including but not limited to incidental, special, consequential, or other damages. Investors should confirm any data before making stock buy/sell decisions. Our staff and editor may hold at any given time securities mentioned in this video/course/report/presentation/app. The final decision to buy or sell any stock is yours; please do your own due diligence. Stock buy or sell decisions are based on many factors including your own risk tolerance. When in doubt please consult a professional advisor. No advice on the buying and selling of specific securities is provided. All trademarks, trade names, or logos mentioned or used are the property of their respective owners. For our full legal disclaimer, please visit our website.