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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Keith Speights

Chevron Poised for Double-Digit Gains as Hess Deal Fuels Growth

Analysts predict $CVX stock could surge 10-20% within a year, buoyed by Hess acquisition synergies, operational efficiency, and sustained oil prices.
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Investing.comInvesting.com··Christine Short

Dividend Surge Hits 7-Year High as Mega-Caps Drive Q1 2026 Payout Growth

Q1 2026 saw 45% of companies raise dividends, highest since 2019. Mega-caps led aggressively while small-caps hesitated amid economic uncertainty.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··James Halley

Canadian Gold Giants Surge Amid Market Decline: Mining Stocks Outpace S&P 500

Canadian miners $AEM and $WPM surge 19-22% in 2026 as gold exceeds $5,000/oz, outpacing broader market decline with record earnings and double-digit dividend increases.
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