FIS's announcement to maintain a dividend payout ratio of 35% of adjusted net earnings, excluding EMI, signals a commitment to returning value to shareholders. This policy could positively influence investor sentiment and potentially increase stock attractiveness to dividend-focused investors. The exclusion of EMI (Equity Market Investments) from the calculation may indicate a more stable and predictable dividend payout, appealing to conservative investors. However, the actual impact on the stock price will depend on broader market conditions, the company's future earnings performance, and investor perception of the company's growth prospects.