Marcin Frąckiewicz

March 28, 2026, 4:02 AM EDT. The FTSE 100 index has pulled back from recent highs, creating opportunities for investors seeking passive income through dividends. Insurer Aviva (LSE: AV.) exemplifies this trend, with shares down about 15%, pushing its dividend yield to 6.6%. Despite share price weakness, Aviva's solid fundamentals remain intact. The company reported a 10% dividend increase in 2025 and a £350 million share buyback program. Over five years, Aviva's dividends per share grew at a 15.5% compound annual rate, supported by rising operating profit, which jumped 25% to £2.2 billion in 2025. Management is investing in growth areas like wealth management and AI. While challenges like claims inflation and pricing pressure persist, Aviva's scale and cost efficiencies position it well for future resilience.