Second wave a risk for Snap-On

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SNAP-ON INC. $175 is still a hold. The company (New York symbol SNA; Conservative-Growth Dividend Payer Portfolio, Manufacturing sector; Shares outstanding: 54.2 million; Market cap: $9.5 billion; Dividend yield: 2.8%; Dividend Sustainability Rating: Above Average; www.snapon.com) makes tools for auto mechanics and industrial customers. Starting with the December 2020 payment, Snap-On will increase the quarterly dividend for shareholders by 13.9%, to $1.23 a share from $1.08. The new annual rate of $4.92 yields a solid 2.8%. The stock has nearly doubled since falling to $90.72 a share in March 2020 on strong demand for its tools after the spring lockdowns. However, the second wave of COVID-19 in North America and Europe could lead to more shutdowns. Snap-On is a hold. hold…