GE Vernova (NYSE: GEV), Pacific Gas & Electric (NYSE: PCG), and Mastercard (NYSE: MA) have recently announced significant dividend increases for shareholders. GE Vernova doubled its quarterly dividend to 50 cents per share, set to be paid on February 2, 2026, to shareholders of record as of January 5, 2026. The company’s share price has risen over 100% in 2025, and it has authorized a $10 billion share repurchase program, equivalent to 5.5% of its market cap. Despite a low yield of 0.3%, GEV is showing strong commitment to returning capital to investors.
Pacific Gas & Electric announced a 100% increase in its quarterly dividend to 5 cents per share, to be paid on January 15, 2026, to shareholders of record as of December 31. This substantial increase marks a 400% rise in dividend payouts over the past two years, offering a yield of under 1.3%, slightly higher than the S&P 500’s 1.1%. Meanwhile, Mastercard boosted its quarterly dividend by 14% to 87 cents per share, scheduled for payment on February 9, 2026, for shareholders on record by January 9. The company’s total indicated dividend yield stands at 0.6%, alongside a newly authorized $14 billion share buyback program, augmenting its existing capacity.
