In general, dividends are not always predictable; but looking at the history above can help in judging whether the most recent dividend from DDT is likely to continue, and whether the current estimated yield of 7.02% on annualized basis is a reasonable expectation of annual yield going forward. The chart below shows the one year performance of DDT shares, versus its 200 day moving average:

Looking at the chart above, DDT's low point in its 52 week range is $25.11 per share, with $26.795 as the 52 week high point — that compares with a last trade of $26.72.

In Thursday trading, Dillards Capital Trust I shares are currently up about 0.5% on the day.

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