#dividend-cut

#dividend-cut

DOW trimmed its dividend by half following disappointing earnings results, with revenue falling short of expectations and missing on both EPS and operating EBIT. As a result, overall sales dropped 6%, impacted by import pressures from China and subsequent delays. Furthermore, weakened seasonal demand and a lingering oversupply contributed to a negative free cash flow of $1.13 billion. The shift towards equity joint venture losses continues to impact performance significantly.

SCHD has a remarkable dividend growth history, with total dividends for the first half of 2025 up 6.4% compared to 2024, indicating long-term progress.