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Another solid week of dividends rolled in between December 12th and December 16th. From consistent dividend powerhouses like SCHD and Home Depot (HD) to utilities and consumer staples, this week’s passive income is proof that steady investing delivers results. Let’s break down the dividends received, key insights, and how this week fits into my broader financial journey.
1. Weekly Dividend Breakdown (Dec 12-16)
| Date | Stock | Dividends Received |
|---|---|---|
| 12-Dec | HD | $89.43 |
| 12-Dec | ADM | $11.76 |
| 12-Dec | MMM | $44.81 |
| 13-Dec | FLO | $40.22 |
| 16-Dec | SCHD | $126.67 |
| 16-Dec | HSY | $45.11 |
| 16-Dec | ED | $47.45 |
| 16-Dec | GOOG | $4.01 |
Total Dividends (Dec 12-16): $409.46
2. Key Highlights
SCHD Leads the Charge
- With a payout of $126.67, SCHD remains the MVP this week.
- This ETF blends strong dividend yield and growth, making it a key holding in my portfolio.
Home Depot (HD): Solid Returns
- HD contributed $89.43 this week, reaffirming its place as a reliable dividend grower.
- Investing in quality businesses with increasing dividends ensures sustainable income.
Utility & Consumer Staples Strength
- ED (Consolidated Edison): $47.45 – Utility dividends provide consistent stability.
- HSY (Hershey): $45.11 – Consumer staples continue to deliver sweet payouts.
- FLO (Flowers Foods): $40.22 – A great example of smaller, consistent payers that add up.
A Tech Dividend Surprise
- GOOG paid out $4.01 – a small, but notable dividend from big tech. This is a sign of changing shareholder priorities as tech giants explore dividends.
3. Key Takeaways
- Weekly Passive Income Works: Receiving $409.46 in just one week highlights the benefits of a well-diversified dividend strategy.
- Sector Diversification: This week’s dividends came from ETFs, consumer staples, utilities, industrials, and even tech. Diversification reduces risk and smoothens income.
- Consistency is Key: Smaller payouts like ADM ($11.76) and GOOG ($4.01) may seem minor, but they contribute to the bigger picture.
4. Looking Ahead
This week’s dividends are reinvested to fuel further growth. Weekly payouts like these remind me why I focus on dividend growth investing: consistency, stability, and a growing passive income stream.
As I head into the final weeks of December, the snowball keeps rolling stronger!
