5 Interesting Stocks With Ex-Dividend Dates Around October 21, 2024

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When it comes to buying stocks, to me it is not about buying into the coolest company or holding onto that investment for the long term. It is about getting in and out fairly quickly with minimal risk and a small profit, then enjoying life a little with that profit. I generally look for undervalued companies as part of this strategy — ideally companies I have heard of, well under $100.00 per share, which are not “penny stocks” — in knowing that stocks go up and down regularly.

Sometimes it is not about the price range for me when I am looking to purchase stocks, but rather dividends. Below are 5 stocks with ex-dividend dates coming up early next week, meaning there is still time to get onboard and qualified for some dividend money.

Disclaimers below; but in short, I am not a licensed financial advisor, and am not being compensated by any stocks or stock platforms to endorse these entities. Advice to follow at your own risk.

#1: Bank Of New York Mellon

The Bank of New York Mellon Corporation, commonly known as BNY, is an American international financial services company headquartered in New York City. Its annual dividend is reportedly 2.43%, as paid out quarterly. It trades at BK on the NYSE.

#2: CVS Health Corporation

The CVS Health Corporation is an American healthcare company that owns CVS Pharmacy (a retail pharmacy chain), CVS Caremark (a pharmacy benefits manager) and Aetna (a health insurance provider), in addition to other brands. The company is reportedly the world's second largest healthcare company, behind UnitedHealth Group. Its annual dividend is reportedly 4.09%, as paid out quarterly. It trades at CVS on the NYSE.

#3: Dell Technologies

Dell Technologies Inc. is an American multinational technology company headquartered in Round Rock, Texas. The company was formed as a result of the September 2016 merger of Dell and EMC Corporation. Its annual dividend is reportedly 1.40%, as paid out quarterly. It trades at DELL on the NYSE.

#4: APA Corporation

APA Corporation is the holding company for Apache Corporation, an American company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration. It is organized in Delaware and headquartered in Houston, Texas. Per a website bio I read online, the company is ranked 431st on the Fortune 500. Its annual dividend is reportedly 4.03%, as paid out quarterly. It trades at APA on NASDAQ.

#5: The Clorox Company

The Clorox Company is an American global manufacturer and marketer of consumer and professional products. The Oakland, California-based company is said to have approximately 8,000 employees worldwide while its net sales for the 2024 fiscal year were around $7.1B. Its annual dividend is reportedly 2.99%, as paid out quarterly. It trades at CLX on the NYSE.

Disclaimer: This is not financial advice. Please consult a financial advisor before making investment decisions. I am not a licensed financial advisor. As of this article’s writing, I am not affiliated with any stock platforms nor being paid to endorse any entities. I do not own any of these stocks at time of submitting this article for publishing, but have covered some of these entities over the years as a journalist and/or podcaster.