Jacobs Solutions shares rise 5.14% premarket after announcing a 12.5% quarterly dividend increase to $0.36 per share.

Jacobs Solutions surged 5.14% in premarket trading following the announcement that its board increased the quarterly dividend to $0.36 per share from $0.32, a 12.5% rise. The dividend, payable on March 20, 2026, to shareholders of record as of February 20, reflects the company’s confidence in its cash flow and profitability, likely attracting income-focused investors. This move aligns with the stock’s upward trajectory, as dividend hikes often signal financial strength and reward long-term shareholders. While other news, such as a contract to modernize a wastewater facility and analyst rating changes, were reported, the dividend increase was the most immediate and impactful driver of the premarket rally.