Novartis (VTX:NOVN)

Discover the detailed analysis of Novartis, the pharmaceutical giant born from the merger of Ciba-Geigy and Sandoz, and its dividend policy that raises ethical and economic questions. Between job cuts and sustainable dividend growth, let's explore how this global leader in pharma balances its social responsibilities and financial performance.

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Dividends: Back to basics

In an insightful analysis published in Les Echos, Gilles Coville explores the resurgence of dividends as a pillar of investment, highlighting their historical importance and their crucial role in stock performance. This trend marks a return to normal according to David Shairp of JP Morgan AM, who highlights the reliability of dividends as an indicator of the financial health of companies and their appeal to investors seeking stable returns over the long term.

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Forum opening

I had already tried to open a forum over a year ago, without any real success. I wanted to try it again a few days ago and a loyal reader contacted me to tell me that it would be a good idea. So I reopened the dividendes.ch forum, you can access it here. Introduce yourself, exchange, ask questions… let loose

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Variability of dividend growth rates

Investors are particularly attracted to consistent dividends, as demonstrated by iconic companies such as PepsiCo, McDonald's and 3M, which have maintained consistent growth in their payouts. Analysis of these giants reveals that dividend growth can vary widely depending on economic cycles and corporate policies, but remains a key indicator for long-term investing.

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