Dividend Heroes update May 29, 2025
McKesson and Cintas lead with 12 hikes already reported YTD
Dividend Heroes: Up 3% YTD After a Stellar 29.8% in 2024
📅 Update as of May 29, 2025
We just published a detailed update on DividendHike.com, covering all 25 Dividend Heroes, complete with performance data, dividend growth stats, historical returns, and the latest dividend hikes for 2025 and 2024.
Here’s a quick breakdown:
📌 Key Highlights – Dividend Heroes 2025
🔥 +29.8% total return in 2024 — outperforming most major indexes.
📈 +3.0% YTD in 2025, as of May 29.
🚀 Average dividend growth of 15.7% per year since 2016.
🚀 A massive 19.2% dividend growth in 2024.
🌟 Top performers so far in 2025:
McKesson (+25.1%) MCK 0.00%↑
Cintas (+23.7%) CTAS 0.00%↑
💥 Current average dividend yield: 1.7% — modest but consistently rising.
📊 Long-term annual return: 17.2% — blending income and capital growth.
💼 Built around market-dominating companies with stellar long-term records.
🏆 2025 Dividend Hikes (So Far)
12 of the 25 Heroes have already raised their dividends this year
The average increase is 11.1%, although this is skewed by multiple hikes from a few names — meaning more raises are still expected in the coming months.
From powerhouse winners like McKesson (+25.1%) to crowd-favorite Cintas (+23.7%), the Dividend Heroes continue to prove that you don’t have to choose between reliable income and spectacular returns.
📍 Full update now live on DividendHike.com — including dividend history, 2025 and 2024 hikes, yield data, and full performance stats.
Disclaimer: The information provided here is for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Investors should conduct their own research or consult with a financial advisor before making any investment decisions.