Genuine Parts Co. Earns Spot on Dividend Channel’s S.A.F.E. 25 List
Genuine Parts Co. (Symbol: GPC) has achieved recognition on the Dividend Channel’s “S.A.F.E. 25” list. This accolade marks it as a stock with above-average DividendRank metrics, highlighted by a robust 3.2% yield and an impressive record of at least two decades of dividend growth, as reported in the latest DividendRank publication.
Membership in Key ETFs
According to the ETF Finder at ETF Channel, Genuine Parts Co. is included in the iShares S&P 1500 Index ETF (ITOT). Furthermore, it constitutes 1.02% of the SPDR S&P Dividend ETF (SDY), which currently holds $204,864,020 worth of GPC shares.
Key Qualities of Genuine Parts Co.
Genuine Parts Co. made the “Dividend Channel S.A.F.E. 25” list due to several important attributes:
- Solid return — substantial yield accompanied by strong DividendRank characteristics;
- Accelerating amount — consistent growth in dividend payouts;
- Flawless history — a perfect record with no missed or reduced dividends;
- Enduring — at least two decades of continuous dividend payments.
Current Dividend Information
The annualized dividend for Genuine Parts Co. stands at $4.12 per share, distributed in quarterly payments. Notably, the most recent dividend ex-date was June 6, 2025. Below, a long-term dividend history chart portrays GPC’s performance over the years, underscoring its significance.
Industry Context
Genuine Parts Co. operates within the auto parts sector, alongside other notable companies such as Honeywell International Inc. (HON) and Cummins, Inc. (CMI).
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