From Nasdaq:

The fourth quarter 2023 earnings season is underway, with most companies meeting expectations. 808 companies are set to release their financial numbers next week, with 285 on the S&P 500 Index already reporting 4.4% higher earnings and 3.5% higher revenues from last year. Five dividend-paying large-cap stocks are predicted to beat their earnings and drive up stock prices.

Waste Management Inc. (WM) continues to achieve higher margins with a dividend yield of 1.48%. It is set to release earnings results on Feb 12, after the closing bell, with an expected earnings growth rate of 12.5% for the current year and an Earnings ESP of +0.70%.

Restaurant Brands International Inc. (QSR) remains optimistic about growth, boasting a dividend yield of 2.88%. It is set to release earnings results on Feb 13, before the opening bell, with an Earnings ESP of +0.42%.

Molson Coors Beverage Co. (TAP) raised its 2023 view with a dividend yield of 2.68%. It recorded earnings surprises in the last four quarters and is set to release earnings results on Feb 13, before the opening bell, with an Earnings ESP of +2.72%.

Leidos Holdings Inc. (LDOS) has been benefiting from increased contract wins and is set to release earnings results on Feb 13, before the opening bell, with a dividend yield of 1.36% and an Earnings ESP of +1.88%.

Ventas Inc. (VTR) has a diverse portfolio poised to capitalize on favorable industry fundamentals. It has a current dividend yield of 3.99% and an Earnings ESP of +0.82%. It is set to release earnings results on Feb 14, after the closing bell.



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