

Despite continued concentration in mega-cap technology stocks, US dividend-focused strategies have generally remained competitive and historically experienced more shallow drawdowns than broader equity markets. Last year, US companies paid a record US$704.8 billion in dividends - the 15th consecutive annual record. Concurrently, dividend growth accelerated across several international markets, highlighting the continued strength of shareholder-return trends.

Elevation Capital Advisory LLC decreased its holdings in shares of Principal U.S. Mega-Cap ETF (NASDAQ: USMC) by 20.8% in the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 101,514 shares of the company's stock after selling 26,608 shares during the

Commonwealth Equity Services LLC grew its holdings in Principal U.S. Mega-Cap ETF (NASDAQ: USMC) by 48.2% during the third quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 110,699 shares of the company's stock after purchasing an additional 35,990 shares during the period. Commonwealth Equity

Wealth Advisors of Iowa increased its USMC holding by 144,585 shares during the third quarter. The overall position increased by an estimated $10.21 million in value.

Added 373,083 shares, raising the position value by $47.92 million Transaction represented a 0.2% percentage-point change relative to 13F reportable assets under management Post-trade holding: 4,379,501 shares, valued at $298.56 million These 10 Stocks Could Mint the Next Wave of Millionaires ›

The firm initiated a new position with 128,122 shares acquired. The fund's transaction represents 3.5% of reported 13F assets under management.

The Principal U.S. Mega-Cap ETF has outperformed the S&P 500 and peers, benefiting from a strong mega-cap focus and lower volatility. USMC's portfolio is concentrated in 25 holdings, heavily weighted towards technology, financial services, and communication services, with a higher valuation than the S&P 500. Despite high interest rates and trade uncertainties, USMC's quality profile makes it a solid choice for exposure to mega-cap stocks.

SAN DIEGO, Dec. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. (Nasdaq: KTOS), a Technology Company in the Defense, National Security and Global Markets and an industry-leading provider of high-performance, jet-powered unmanned aerial systems, today announced the successful performance of a recent series of flight tests of the United States Marine Corps' XQ-58A Valkyrie, manufactured by Kratos. These flights and exercises were conducted jointly earlier this year by Kratos, Northrop Grumman Corporation, Autodyne, the United States Marine Corps (USMC), the United States Navy, and the United States Air Force (USAF).