MDU’s decision to spin off Knife River Corporation as an independent entity demonstrates the company’s commitment to streamlining its operations. Previously, Knife River accounted for approximately 30% of MDU’s earnings, while the remaining business was divided between construction services (48% of profits), a regulated utility (39%), and pipelines (13%). The separation of Knife River allows…

Lithium is a key ingredient for making batteries that power electric vehicles, smartphones and other devices. As the demand for these products grows, so does the need for lithium. But where does lithium come from and who controls its supply? One company that has a big stake in the lithium market is Albemarle, a Charlotte,…

On Friday, May 5, 2023, the Board of Directors of Cabot Corporation (NYSE: CBT) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share, an increase of 8% compared to the current quarterly dividend, on all outstanding shares of the Corporation’s common stock. The dividend is payable on June 9, 2023, to stockholders of record at the close of business on May 26, 2023.…

The Board of Directors of NewMarket Corporation (NYSE: NEU) declared a quarterly dividend in the amount of $2.25 per share on the common stock of the Corporation, an increase of $0.15 as compared to the last quarterly dividend of $2.10 per share. The dividend is payable July 3, 2023, to NewMarket shareholders of record at…

The Board of Directors of Air Products (APD) has increased the quarterly dividend on the Company’s common stock by 13 cents per share—from $1.62 to $1.75 per share—representing an eight percent increase. This marks the 41st consecutive year that Air Products has increased its dividend payment. The dividend is payable on May 8, 2023 to…