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Image source: Getty Images The FTSE 100 has some quality dividend shares. And while there are never any guarantees, several have impressive track records when it comes to returning cash to shareholders. This can be a sign that a company has seen it all before and can cope with setbacks. This can be extremely valuable for investors looking for long-term passive income. Tesco Tesco (LSE:TSCO) is the UK’s biggest supermarket company. And that’s a good thing from an investment perspective – demand for food tends to be resilient even in a recession. The big challenge for the company is the…

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On Thursday, Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE:) shares experienced an optimistic adjustment in their price target, as an industry analyst at TD Cowen increased the target to $208 from $193 while sustaining a Buy rating on the stock. The adjustment follows a recent meeting with the company’s new CFO, Justin Picicci, and Corey Van der Ghinst from investor relations. The analyst’s decision to raise the price target is based on the anticipation of slight increases in both second-quarter and full-year sales and margin guidance, propelled by the company’s ongoing business momentum. This positive outlook is supported by management’s consistent performance in…

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V2X technology allowing vehicles to communicate with each other is Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg’s “moonshot” toward Vision Zero — but some advocates think it’s all a distraction from the low-tech solutions we should have been pursuing for years. (Bloomberg) Cities are using new technology to change the way they use curbs; for example, installing sensors to restrict loading zones to emissions-free vehicles. (Government Technology) Technology can also help make streets safer by helping to identify dangerous corridors and enforce traffic laws. (American City and County) New Rochelle, New York — split in half by a six-lane highway in 1958 — is…

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The natural gas sector comprises of companies involved in the exploration, production, transportation, and distribution of natural gas. These firms range from upstream producers to midstream pipeline operators and downstream utilities. Natural gas stocks represent ownership in these companies traded on public exchanges. The sector has gained attention as natural gas plays a crucial role in the transition to cleaner energy sources. Investing in natural gas stocks can offer several potential benefits. Natural gas is often seen as a bridge fuel between coal and renewable energy. Many countries are increasing natural gas usage to reduce carbon emissions. Natural gas companies…

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British Airways, one of the finest airlines has launched an ambitious initiative to accelerate its climate action by investing over £9 million in carbon removal credits. The move strengthens its position as the UK’s largest carbon removal purchaser and the leading airline in the space. These efforts are part of the company’s broader strategy to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. In Pursuit of Aviation Sustainability! Carrie Harris, Director of Sustainability at British Airways, gave a long statement on this move. He said, As we approach the halfway point in this critical decade of action, we’re sharpening our focus on…

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Image source: Getty Images I own a few high-yield dividend shares in my portfolio. I like the passive income streams they offer me, but I do not buy them just because they have a high yield. After all, a dividend can be cut, something we have seen happening to a raft of FTSE 100 shares over the past few years. Rather, I aim to buy shares in what I see as great companies trading at attractive valuations. Only then do I consider the income prospects. One share I own currently yields 9.5% — and I have no plans to sell!…

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Benzinga and Yahoo Finance LLC may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below.It’s common knowledge that dividend stocks can help investors build wealth and generate passive income. However, not all dividend stocks are created equally and only 68 have earned dividend aristocrat status. Despite the REIT sector’s solid performance history, only three REITs are certified dividend aristocrats. Keep reading to find out which ones.Don’t Miss:How Do Stocks Achieve Dividend Aristocrat Status?Achieving Dividend aristocrat status requires stocks to hit several key metrics in terms of longevity, performance and name recognition. First, the company issuing the stock must…

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LA JOLLA, Calif. – Longboard Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:LBPH) has launched a global Phase 3 clinical trial for its investigational drug, bexicaserin, aimed at treating seizures associated with Dravet syndrome in individuals aged two years and older. The trial, known as the DEEp SEA Study, has activated its first sites and plans to activate additional sites in the coming weeks. The DEEp SEA Study is a double-blind, placebo-controlled trial designed to assess the efficacy of bexicaserin by monitoring countable motor seizures in approximately 160 participants ranging from two to 65 years old. The study will also evaluate the safety and tolerability…

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