Profit Survey: High rates may cut into profits in future quarters
Profit Survey: 13 companies still increased their dividends in a tough quarter
Net income for the firms in the Profit Survey declined by 12% on average
Ten of the 42 firms in the survey raised their quarterly dividends amid darkening economic conditions
Profit Survey: Only one firm raised its dividend amid increasing concern about the economy
The 45 firms in the Profit Survey saw their net income decline, on average, by 1% year over year
Profit Survey: Eleven firms increased their dividends in the latest quarter