These 3 Stocks Are Beating the Market in 2026 and Just Announced Hefty Dividend Increases

The S&P 500 is up near 10% total return in 2026, roughly matching its long-run full-year average, despite being down as much as 7% earlier in the year. The article notes that three stocks have recently raised, suggesting selective strength even as the index experienced an early drawdown.

Analysis

The S&P 500 is up near 10% total return in 2026, roughly matching its long-run full-year average, despite being down as much as 7% earlier in the year. The article notes that three stocks have recently raised, suggesting selective strength even as the index experienced an early drawdown.