The Dividend Edge
Multi-Sector Value Leaders
September 2025 Edition | Ex-Dividend Week: September 3-5, 2025
Portfolio Highlights
Avg Upside: 15.9%
Avg Yield: 2.54%
Top Score: 29/35
Sectors: 5
Editor's Note:
This week presents exceptional value-driven dividend opportunities across multiple sectors, with our top 5 selections averaging 15.9% analyst price upside potential and demonstrating remarkable diversification.Key Theme: Our Multi-Sector Value Leaders showcase outstanding diversification across energy, healthcare, consumer staples, financials, and automotive sectors, led by Schlumberger with an exceptional 41.4% upside potential and Strong Buy rating from 19 analysts. These companies combine attractive dividend yields averaging 2.54% with conservative payout ratios and strong dividend growth momentum, creating time-sensitive ex-dividend opportunities between September 3-5 that demand immediate attention. The portfolio's remarkable balance of income generation and capital appreciation potential makes this week's selections ideal for dividend acceleration strategies.
— The Market Movers Edge Research Team
August 30, 2025
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Trusted Partner Presentation
$5 dividend stock powers AI revolution
- Builds Nvidia's AI servers
- Pays a dividend nearly 2.5x the market average
- AI revenue surpassing iPhone business
Selection Methodology
Our proprietary screening system evaluated dividend stocks with upcoming ex-dividend dates, analyzing six critical factors for optimal dividend acceleration potential:
Analyst Ratings (10 pts)
Strong Buy=10, Buy=8, Hold=5, with emphasis on analyst conviction
Price Upside (5 pts)
40%+=5, 30-40%=4, 20-30%=3, 10-20%=2, 0-10%=1
Dividend Yield (5 pts)
4%+=5, 3-4%=4, 2-3%=3, 1-2%=2, <1%=1
Dividend Growth (5 pts)
30%+=5, 20-30%=4, 10-20%=3, 5-10%=2, <5%=1
Payout Ratio (5 pts)
<30%=5, 30-40%=4, 40-50%=3, 50-60%=2, >60%=1
P/E Ratio (5 pts)
<10=5, 10-15=4, 15-20=3, 20-25=2, >25=1
1
Schlumberger Limited (SLB)
$36.84
Target: $52.11
Company Overview
Schlumberger Limited is the world's leading provider of technology for reservoir characterization, drilling, production, and processing to the oil and gas industry. The company operates in over 120 countries with a comprehensive portfolio of products and services spanning the entire oil and gas value chain. Schlumberger's extensive technology portfolio, global scale, and deep domain expertise position it as an essential partner for energy companies looking to optimize their operations and maximize resource recovery in an increasingly complex energy landscape.
Dividend Strengths
- Outstanding 41.4% analyst price target upside potential
- Strong Buy rating with broad analyst support from 19 professionals
- Attractive 3.09% dividend yield above market average
- Conservative 38.62% payout ratio ensures sustainability
- Reasonable 12.6 P/E ratio offering excellent value
Risk Factors
- Energy sector volatility and commodity price sensitivity
- Negative 5-year dividend growth due to sector challenges
- Cyclical nature of oil services industry
- Geopolitical risks in international operations
Dividend Information
Ex-Dividend Date
Sep 3, 2025
Payment Date
Oct 9, 2025
Quarterly Dividend
$0.285
Recent Div Growth
5.12%
Key Dividend Metrics
Dividend Yield
3.09%
Annual Dividend
$1.14
Payout Ratio
38.6%
P/E Ratio
12.6
Past performance does not guarantee future results. This stock recommendation is based on current market data and analyst projections as of August 30, 2025.
Trusted Partner Presentation
$5 dividend stock powers AI revolution
- Builds Nvidia's AI servers
- Pays a dividend nearly 2.5x the market average
- AI revenue surpassing iPhone business
2
The Cigna Group (CI)
$300.87
Target: $379.94
Company Overview
The Cigna Group is a leading global health services company dedicated to improving the health, well-being, and peace of mind of those they serve. Through an integrated platform of health services, Cigna offers medical, pharmaceutical, dental, supplemental insurance and Medicare solutions to individuals, families, and businesses in 30 countries and jurisdictions. The company's diversified healthcare platform includes Evernorth, a health services business that provides pharmacy benefit management, specialty pharmacy services, and clinical solutions to improve health outcomes and reduce costs.
Dividend Strengths
- Strong 26.3% analyst price upside potential
- Strong Buy rating from 16 analyst professionals
- Impressive 42.76% five-year dividend growth history
- Conservative 32.52% payout ratio provides sustainability
- Defensive healthcare sector characteristics
Risk Factors
- Lower 2.01% dividend yield may not satisfy income investors
- Healthcare industry faces regulatory pressures
- Medical cost inflation can impact margins
- Competition from other managed care organizations
Dividend Information
Ex-Dividend Date
Sep 4, 2025
Payment Date
Sep 18, 2025
Quarterly Dividend
$1.51
Recent Div Growth
9.21%
Key Dividend Metrics
Dividend Yield
2.01%
Annual Dividend
$6.04
Payout Ratio
32.5%
P/E Ratio
16.5
Past performance does not guarantee future results. This stock recommendation is based on current market data and analyst projections as of August 30, 2025.
3
Molson Coors Beverage Company (TAP)
$50.49
Target: $55.14
Company Overview
Molson Coors Beverage Company is one of the world's largest brewing companies, with a portfolio of more than 100 beer and beverage brands including Coors Light, Miller Lite, Molson Canadian, Carling, and Blue Moon. The company operates across major markets including North America and Europe, focusing on premiumization, innovation, and operational efficiency. Molson Coors has been transforming its business model beyond beer to include hard seltzers, energy drinks, and other beverage categories to capture evolving consumer preferences.
Dividend Strengths
- Attractive 3.72% dividend yield above market average
- Exceptional 40.33% five-year dividend growth
- Conservative 36.58% payout ratio ensures sustainability
- Attractive 9.96 P/E ratio offering excellent value
- Consumer staples defensive characteristics
Risk Factors
- Limited 9.2% price upside to analyst target
- Declining beer consumption trends in key markets
- Competitive pressure from craft breweries
- Currency exchange rate exposure in international markets
Dividend Information
Ex-Dividend Date
Sep 5, 2025
Payment Date
Sep 19, 2025
Quarterly Dividend
$0.47
Recent Div Growth
6.94%
Key Dividend Metrics
Dividend Yield
3.72%
Annual Dividend
$1.88
Payout Ratio
36.6%
P/E Ratio
10.0
Past performance does not guarantee future results. This stock recommendation is based on current market data and analyst projections as of August 30, 2025.
4
Hancock Whitney Corporation (HWC)
$62.92
Target: $67.14
Company Overview
Hancock Whitney Corporation is a financial holding company headquartered in Gulfport, Mississippi, with banking centers along the Gulf Coast in Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Louisiana, and Texas. The company provides a broad range of financial services including commercial and consumer banking, trust and investment services, mortgage origination and insurance. Hancock Whitney focuses on relationship-based banking and has been serving communities throughout the Gulf South region for over 100 years, building strong customer relationships and supporting local economic development.
Dividend Strengths
- Outstanding 25% recent dividend growth rate
- Strong 2.86% dividend yield
- Conservative 32.29% payout ratio provides expansion room
- Attractive 11.59 P/E ratio valuation
- Regional banking exposure to Gulf Coast growth
Risk Factors
- Limited 6.7% price upside to analyst target
- Regional concentration in Gulf Coast markets
- Interest rate sensitivity affects banking margins
- Credit risk exposure in economic downturns
Dividend Information
Ex-Dividend Date
Sep 5, 2025
Payment Date
Sep 15, 2025
Quarterly Dividend
$0.45
Recent Div Growth
25.00%
Key Dividend Metrics
Dividend Yield
2.86%
Annual Dividend
$1.80
Payout Ratio
32.3%
P/E Ratio
11.6
Past performance does not guarantee future results. This stock recommendation is based on current market data and analyst projections as of August 30, 2025.
5
General Motors Company (GM)
$58.59
Target: $56.24
Company Overview
General Motors Company designs, builds and sells cars, trucks and automobile parts worldwide. The company operates through GM North America, GM International, Cruise, and GM Financial segments. GM is a global automotive leader focused on delivering safer, better and more sustainable ways to get around. The company is advancing an all-electric future with the launch of 30 new global electric vehicles by 2025, while building its software and services capabilities to create new customer experiences and business opportunities.
Dividend Strengths
- Exceptional 43.10% five-year dividend growth
- Strong 20% recent dividend growth rate
- Ultra-low 8.66% payout ratio provides massive expansion potential
- Attractive 8.96 P/E ratio offering value
- Electric vehicle transition positioning
Risk Factors
- Negative 4% price upside to analyst target
- Low 1.02% current dividend yield
- Automotive industry cyclicality risks
- Electric vehicle transition costs and competition
Dividend Information
Ex-Dividend Date
Sep 5, 2025
Payment Date
Sep 18, 2025
Quarterly Dividend
$0.15
Recent Div Growth
20.00%
Key Dividend Metrics
Dividend Yield
1.02%
Annual Dividend
$0.60
Payout Ratio
8.7%
P/E Ratio
9.0
Past performance does not guarantee future results. This stock recommendation is based on current market data and analyst projections as of August 30, 2025.
Report Summary
2.54%
Average Dividend Yield
15.9%
Average Upside Potential
25%
Maximum Dividend Growth
Sep 3-5
Ex-Dividend Week
This week's Multi-Sector Value Leaders represent exceptional dividend opportunities across energy, healthcare, consumer staples, financial, and automotive sectors with strong analyst support, conservative payout ratios, and significant acceleration potential.
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Important Disclaimer
This report is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice. All investments carry risk of loss. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Dividend payments are not guaranteed and may be reduced or eliminated at any time.
Analyst ratings and price targets are subject to change. Always conduct your own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making investment decisions. Data accurate as of August 30, 2025.