“NJR Recognized as One of the Top 25 SAFE Dividend Stocks with Decade-Long Payment Increases”

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New Jersey Resources Corp Recognized as a Top Dividend Performer

New Jersey Resources Corp (Symbol: NJR) has earned its spot on the Dividend Channel “S.A.F.E. 25” list, highlighting it as a stock with impressive “DividendRank” statistics. The company boasts a solid 3.7% yield and has maintained a remarkable track record of dividend growth for over 20 years, according to the latest “DividendRank” report.

Solid Performance in the ETF Market

According to ETF Channel’s ETF Finder, New Jersey Resources Corp is part of the iShares S&P 1500 Index ETF (ITOT) and forms a 0.28% holding of the SPDR S&P Dividend ETF (SDY), which has invested $56,981,077 in NJR shares.

Key Attributes Behind the S.A.F.E. Qualification

NJR made the “Dividend Channel S.A.F.E. 25” list due to several noteworthy factors: S. Strong return—the high yield paired with excellent DividendRank metrics; A. Accelerating amounts—regular increases in dividends; F. Flawless history—no missed or reduced dividends; E. Enduring tenure—over two decades of consistent dividend payments.

Consistent Dividend Payments

The annual dividend from New Jersey Resources Corp is set at $1.8 per share, distributed quarterly. The most recent dividend ex-date was on March 11, 2025. A chart detailing NJR’s long-term dividend history highlights the significance of these payments.

NJR Dividend History Chart

NJR’s Sector Positioning

NJR is active in the Gas Utilities sector, alongside notable companies such as Atmos Energy Corp. (ATO) and NiSource Inc. (NI).

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