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Many investors overlook the importance of steady income. No matter your investment profile, dividends provide stable growth with consistent payments that accrue and compound over time. If you plan to retire wealthy, you need stocks that will pay you to own them. Our investment analysts highlight the stocks with the highest yields, uncover those increasing their payouts and evaluate the highly regarded Dividend Aristocrats, plus much more. Read on to find out how you can profit from investing in dividend stocks.

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Buy the Dip in Exxon Mobil Stock Before It Climbs Back to $45

Exxon Mobil stock boasts a healthy dividend yeild and with effective cost control and liqudity management, expect the stock to bounce back.

Bank of America Is Ballast in a Balanced Portfolio

BAC stock can provide the ballast in a balanced portfolio, a steady dividend investment play that's still cheap at about 13 times earnings.

Nokia Stock Still Looks Attractive Given Its New CEO and Likely Shakeup

Nokia's new CEO and management may shake things up, which could push Nokia stock up 50% to its target price.

Energy Transfer Is a High-Yield Dividend Superstar

Income investors have limited choices as many firms are slashing their dividends. However, that's shouldn't be a concern for ET stock.

5 Stable Dividend Stocks to Buy as Fixed Income Vanishes

These five stable stocks pay big and sustainable dividends in a world where the "income" part of fixed income is disappearing.

JPMorgan May Need to Reconsider a Dividend Increase

JPMorgan Chase may not increase its next quarterly dividend as expected. Even if it doesn't hike the dividend, JPM stock is still attractive with a 3.5% yield and a minimum potential gain of 37.4%.

7 Safe Dividend Stocks for Investors to Buy Right Now

It's never too early to start preparing for the next big downturn. Here are seven safe dividend stocks to ride out coming storms.

7 Great Dividend Stocks to Buy While Interest Rates Are Low

Growth stocks may get all of the attention, but dividend stocks can protect your portfolio in tough times. Here are seven names to buy now.

30 Dividend Stocks to Buy Now for 20 Years of Income Growth

With a 20-year timeline, you have multiple choices for dividend stocks to buy. Here are 30 names that should do very well.

Why Realty Income Stock Is Besting Its Peers

Retail stocks are struggling and Realty Income stock faces strong headwinds. Still, this REIT can succeed thanks to its quality tenants.

Exxon Mobil’s Commitment To Its Dividend Is Pushing Its Yield Higher

Exxon's dividend commitment is pushing the yield higher. At an 8.5% dividend yield today, Exxon Mobil stock could keep falling anyway.

The 4 Best Dividend Aristocrats to Buy Now

Dividend aristocrats have increased dividends for at least 25 consecutive years. Here are four of the best dividend aristocrats you can buy.

9 Monthly Dividend Stocks to Buy to Pay the Bills

If you're looking for dependable income, these are 9 great monthly dividend stocks to buy for the regular payouts.

The Best 4 Energy Stocks to Buy as Fall Approaches

Energy stocks have been in a consolidation zone and look attractive as fall approaches. Oil trending higher can potentially trigger upside for these energy stocks.

5 Monthly Dividend Stocks You Can Rely On

When interest rates are slashed to the bone and bonds yield approximately 1%, these monthly dividend stocks offer much-needed respite.

By Maintaining Its Dividend, Exxon Mobil Stock Is an Energy Name to Hold

Exxon Mobil stock is holding up nicely above $40, although it seriously lacks momentum. With an 8% dividend yield, is it inticing enough?

Dividend-Heavy Verizon Stock Is Shockingly Undervalued Right Now

Verizon Communications stock is worth at least 55% more given its history. VZ stock is undervalued based on a comparison with its peers, its history, and its average dividend yield.

Chill Out and Collect Dividends with Exxon Mobil

Exxon Mobil is shifting to cleaner energy sources. You can take a position in this while collecting dividend payments with Exxon Mobil stock.

A Reinstated 7% Dividend Makes MFA Financial Attractive

MFA Financial's reinstated dividend makes the stock's 7% yield attractive. MFA stock will likely double if the REIT has to hike its dividend.