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Middlesex Water (MSEX), MetroCity Bankshares (MCBS), and Kontoor Brands (KTB) raised their dividends. Middlesex, with a 53-year streak, increased its payout by 5.9%, yielding 2.57%. MetroCity boosted its dividend by 6.9%, offering the highest yield at 3.47%. Kontoor's raise was 1.9%, backed by strong cash flow. Each company's financials and risks were analyzed.

Kontoor Brands increased its quarterly dividend by 2% to $0.54 per share. The payment is scheduled for December 18, 2026, to shareholders of record on December 8, 2026, according to the company.

Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Other Events. Exhibit 99.1 KONTOOR BRANDS DECLARES QUARTERLY DIVIDEND, A 2 PERCENT INCREASE GREENSBORO, N.C. - October 22, 2026 - Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.54 per share of its common stock,

Jim Cramer recommended VF Corp (VFC) and Kontoor Brands (KTB) on his Mad Money show, citing their depressed valuations. Both stocks have shown recent gains, with VF Corp up 33% in a month and Kontoor up 18.6% this year. Analysts upgraded both stocks, setting price targets of $20 for VFC and $89 for KTB. Both companies face risks, including debt and economic headwinds.

Needham initiated coverage on Kontoor Brands (KTB) with a Hold rating, citing opportunities and risks. The firm noted positive aspects like exposure to denim and outdoor apparel but expressed caution about acquisition strategy and macroeconomic uncertainty. Analysts anticipate a 14% sales decline this year. Other analysts have mixed ratings and price targets ranging from $80 to $136.

Jim Cramer recommends investing in VF Corp (VFC) and Kontoor Brands (KTB) as investors rotate away from volatile AI stocks. VF Corp's turnaround depends on Vans' growth and improving earnings, with Williams Trading raising its price target to $22. Kontoor offers denim growth, buybacks, and a lower valuation, with Jefferies upgrading it to Buy and raising its target to $89.

Jefferies upgraded Kontoor Brands (KTB) to buy, raising its price target to $89 from $82, citing growth potential in denim and outdoor brands. Shares have fallen 15% over the past year. Analysts highlight Helly Hansen's U.S. expansion and renewed demand for denim as growth drivers. 8 of 10 analysts rate KTB as buy or strong buy.

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Stifel maintained its Hold rating and $80 price target for Kontoor Brands (KTB) ahead of Q3 2026 earnings. The firm expects EPS of $1.37, in line with consensus, with potential margin expansion but unchanged revenue outlook. KTB shares trade near the low end of their range, with a 3.23% dividend yield. Recent Q2 2026 earnings beat expectations, with revenue up 31% and raised guidance. BTIG and UBS raised their price targets to $105 and $136, respectively, citing growth prospects.