Three Blue-Chip Giants Pay Out Dividends Ranging from $2.32 to $5.73
On September 22, 2026, three major companies - UnitedHealth (NYSE:UNH), BlackRock (NYSE:BLK), and Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE:SWK) - paid dividends to their shareholders. The payments ranged from $2.32 per share for UnitedHealth to a high of $5.73 per share for BlackRock.
The standout dividend raiser was Stanley Black & Decker, which increased its payout to $0.84 per share from the prior quarter's rate of $0.83. This represents the company's first payment at this new level and is part of a trend where raises arrive throughout the year, each supported by a separate business with its own drivers.
The spread of income across different boards, cycles, and risks means that one company's decision to hold its rate flat leaves the rest of the income stream intact. This structure, also known as a dividend ladder, holds up better than income tied to a single name.