Essential Utilities, Verizon, and WesBanco have a history of increasing dividends, appealing to income-focused investors. Essential Utilities raised its dividend by 5.25% to $0.3426 per share, with a 3.34% yield. Verizon increased its dividend by 1.25% to $0.69 per share, yielding 6.68%. WesBanco maintained its dividend at $0.37 per share, with a 4.40% yield.

Essential Utilities, Verizon, and WesBanco offer dividend yields of up to 6%, with long histories of consistent hikes. Essential Utilities raised its dividend by 5.25% to $0.3426 per share, Verizon by 1.25% to $0.69 per share, and WesBanco maintained its dividend at $0.37 per share. Investors seeking passive income find these companies attractive.

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