Market volatility recently hit the 3rd highest levels ever recorded, and extreme fear grips Wall Street. The yen carry trade unwind is likely not over yet; US recession risks remain elevated, and the market decline might still have another 8%. Dividend aristocrats are down just 0.9% in this downturn, and many aristocrats are up modestly.

Toronto, Ontario--(Newsfile Corp. - August 8, 2024) - Vince McCormick (the "Acquiror") is pleased to announce the acquisition on August 2, 2024 of ownership of an aggregate of (i) an aggregate of $705,000 of convertible debentures (the "Debentures") of KWG Resources Inc. (the "Issuer"), (ii) 147,707 Multiple Voting Shares of the Issuer (each, a "Multiple Voting Share"); (ii) 147,707 Warrants of the Issuer (each, a "Warrant") pursuant to a private placement (the "Private Placement") completed by KWG Resources Inc. (see the Issuer's news release dated August 2, 2024 for the terms of the Private Placement). The Debentures are convertible into an aggregate of 587,500 Units comprised of 587,500 Multiple Voting Shares and 587,500 Warrants or an aggregate of 1,175,000 Multiple Voting Shares calculated on the basis of the conversion of the principal of the Acquiror's Debentures into Multiple Voting Shares and Warrants and the exercise of all such Warrants.

The ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats ETF slumps to end the first half of 2024, posting a loss of 1.40% in June. I present 3 strategies that can theoretically beat the dividend aristocrat index in the long term. After 36 months of tracking these strategies, two strategies are outperforming NOBL, while 1 remains relatively close.

McCormick & Company is a leader in the spices and condiments market, showing potential for future growth. Revenue has been steadily increasing, with the flavor solutions segment growing faster but the consumer segment having better margins. Dividend aristocrat McCormick offers a safe and growing dividend with the potential for future dividend increases.

With a global portfolio aligned with consumer trends and innovative product platforms, McCormick's (MKC) focus on growth areas and efficiency bolsters its market presence.

A lot of investors are searching for Dividend Aristocrats, which are recognized for paying consistently increasing dividends. These companies are well known for their ability to provide shareholders with predictable, rising dividends and potential long-term capital appreciation.

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McCormick & Company NYSE: MKC is in the consumer staples sector and is the 8th largest US food products company by market capitalization. The firm reported Q2 2024 earnings on Jun. 27, 2024.

McCormick & Company, Inc. shares hit bottom in 2023 and have since seen a slight run-up, still lagging the market. Q2 sales declined 1.2%, driven by pricing power, with consumer sales down 1% overall. Operating income and EPS increased in Q2, with a positive outlook for future earnings growth and potential global expansion.

The ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats ETF continues its positive run in 2024, posting a gain of 1.45% in May. I present 3 strategies that can theoretically beat the dividend aristocrat index in the long term. After 35 months of tracking these strategies, two strategies are outperforming NOBL, while 1 remain relatively close.

It's been an interesting year for the stock market. The major indices keep plowing to new all-time highs.

Brendan Foley, McCormick CEO, joins 'Power Lunch' to discuss the company's rise in shares, spice commodities and the state of the consumer.