Quotes about Dividend

1. As we continue to focus on the company's transformation and the board continues to evaluate capital strategy options, this dividend increase is another step in our ongoing commitment to increase capital returns to shareholders.

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2. The dividend remains a top priority.

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3. However, so far in 2016 investors have penalized firms that executed buybacks while rewarding firms with high dividends and high capex. Low interest rates and uncertain global growth prospects have led investors to high dividend yielding sectors such as Telecom (24% YTD) and Utilities (22%).

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