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Emera Increases Quarterly Dividend to $0.74 per Share

Emera Inc. has announced an increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.74 per common share. This marks a 1% increase from the previous annual dividend of $2.93 per share, resulting in an annualized dividend of $2.96. The increase also signifies the 20th consecutive year of dividend growth for the company.

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Emera Inc., based in Halifax, Nova Scotia, has approved an increase in its quarterly dividend to $0.74 per common share, as announced by the company's Board of Directors. This represents a 1% rise over the prior annual dividend of $2.93 per share, bringing the new annualized dividend to $2.96. The decision highlights the company's ongoing commitment to shareholder returns and marks a significant milestone, being the 20th consecutive year that Emera has increased its dividend. The company underscores the strength of its business operations and its focus on providing stable returns to its shareholders. Such consistency may reflect the financial health and operational stability Emera has maintained in a changing market landscape.

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