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ODFL Shares Outpaced Other Truckers Before Holiday Weekend

Old Dominion Freight Line shares rose 1.34% to $210.47 on Friday after a new dividend declaration, outperforming other transport stocks. The board approved a quarterly cash dividend of 29 cents per share, up 3.6% from last year, payable June 17. For the week, shares gained 3.6%. Shareholders also re-elected 12 directors and ratified Ernst & Young as auditor.

May 23, 2026

Vanguard Australian Shares ETF: A Consideration After Recent Pullback
May 28, 2026, 8:19 PM EDT. The Vanguard Australian Shares Index ETF (ASX: VAS) offers investors broad exposure to around 300 Australian companies including major firms like Commonwealth Bank and BHP Group. Recently trading at $106.92, down about 6.5% from its 52-week high, the ETF presents a potential entry point for long-term investors. It provides simplicity by diversifying across sectors, reducing reliance on individual stocks. The ETF also appeals through dividends with franking credits, beneficial to Australian taxpayers. While not immune to market declines, VAS offers a balanced approach combining income and growth potential. Investors should be mindful of market volatility but may find value in the current modest price pullback.