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Microsoft Corporation ( MSFT , Financial) has raised its dividend for 20 consecutive years, so the company has shown a commitment to growing its dividend for a long period of time. This growth has been fueled by its market leadership in its industry, which has provided ample capital to return to shareholders through dividends.
moderately positive