Disney and Canadian Firms Report Strong Dividend Growth Ahead of Earnings

The Walt Disney Company is set to release its fiscal third‑quarter earnings on Aug. 5. Analysts expect adjusted revenue of about $25.4 billion and earnings of $1.85 per share, with the company’s dividend currently yielding roughly 1.5% after recent increases.

In Canada, Metro Inc. announced a 10.1% quarterly dividend hike to $0.41 per share for 2026, marking its 31st consecutive annual increase, while Sun Life Financial raised its quarterly dividend to $0.96, delivering an annualized payout of $3.84 and a yield near 3.2%. Both firms cited solid earnings growth and ongoing strategic acquisitions as drivers of the dividend improvements.