Blackstone (NYSE: BX), the world’s largest alternative asset manager with $1.275 trillion in assets, has announced a 15% increase in its quarterly dividend to $1.49. Despite a -23% total return over the past year due to concerns in the private credit market, analysts maintain a consensus price target of $170-$175, indicating potential upside of 31-35%. Blackstone’s dividend yield over the last 12 months stands at 3.7%.
Charles Schwab (NYSE: SCHW) has reported a remarkable 27% total return over the past year, alongside a 19% dividend increase to $0.32 per share. The company’s revenue grew by 22% in 2025, driven by the addition of 2.5 million client accounts and a 36% rise in Managed Investing inflows. Analysts have set a consensus price target of $116-$128, suggesting 10-22% upside from current levels.
Allstate (NYSE: ALL) announced an 8% dividend increase to $1.08 after a strong earnings report revealing operating EPS of $14.31, significantly above the estimated $8.72. The company’s adjusted net income rose over 38%, supported by improvements in its combined ratio, which fell from 87% to 73% in property and liability insurance. Analysts indicate a consensus price target near $238, reflecting a potential 15% upside in shares.
