Dividend Investing Isn't Out of Fashion

S&P 500 companies have spent five straight years allocating more capital to share repurchases than to dividends, while low-yielding technology stocks continue to lead large caps higher. The article frames dividend investing as out of favor, but it is largely a commentary on market style and capital allocation preferences rather than a new fundamental catalyst. Overall market impact should be limited.

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S&P 500 companies have spent five straight years allocating more capital to share repurchases than to dividends, while low-yielding technology stocks continue to lead large caps higher. The article frames dividend investing as out of favor, but it is largely a commentary on market style and capital allocation preferences rather than a new fundamental catalyst. Overall market impact should be limited.