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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.

Recent Dividend Stocks Articles

Dividend and Market Worries Leave More Downside for Exxon Mobil Stock

Rest of the year will likely see a dividend cut Exxon Mobil stock, after which the shares could fall below $40 and offer better value

Once Slow, Stable Sanofi Stock is Now Pharma’s Most-Talked About Name

SNY stock is no longer a sleepy passive investment. Under a new CEO, Sanofi is less reliant on diabetes and heart drugs and looking to buy pre-market cancer blockbusters.

8 Dividend Stocks That Look Too Generous

Investors are looking for dividend stocks in a zero interest rate environment. But these eight names may be paying out a little too much.

As Uncertainty Remains, Hold Off From Buying Exxon

With much still up in the air, Exxon Mobil stock could go either way in the next 12 months. Stay on the sidelines for now.

AT&T Still Failing Up for Income

New CEO John Stankey must cut costs while competitors invest heavily, which is why AT&T stock has a 7% yield.

7 Super Stable Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

With the market flying high but risks in the air, this is a great time to play defense by buying these seven super safe dividend stocks.

7 Monthly Dividend Stocks That Will Support Your Retirement

With interest rates reaching record lows, fixed income is no longer a reliable yield provider. These seven monthly dividend stocks could be a great alternative.

Stay Clear of Exxon Mobil Stock as It Struggles to Protect the Dividend

Speaking of oil prices, the recovery hasn't been sharp enough to prevent Exxon from issuing some gloomy commentary. In a recent regulatory filing, the oil major said that if prices don't rally some more – it didn't say by how much – before the end of 2020, it could be forced to write-off 20% of output, or the equivalent of 4.5 billion barrels of crude.

Once-Stuck Kroger Stock Gets Out of First Gear as Essential During Virus

Kroger stock is up 20% in 2020, as it consolidates advertising under a single team and prepares profitable online grocery with Ocado.

The 4 Best Utility Stocks Right Now

Utility stocks that have strong fundamentals and have a clear cash flow visibility for the coming years. Dividends add to the attraction.

The Best Dividend Stocks to Buy in 9 Sectors

With seemingly everyone bidding up growth firms, it’s easy to forget about dividend stocks. However, you shouldn’t ignore these relatively reliable, passive income-paying companies.

Exxon Mobil Stock Has Strong Positive Drivers

Buying a small amount of Exxon Mobil stock now and buying more shares on any weakness in the fall is likely to be a winning bet.

It’s Time to Let Kraft Heinz Out of the Penalty Box

New CEO Miguel Patricio has aggressively written down assets so that Kraft Heinz will draw maximum financial benefit from pandemic growth.

Capital One: What’s in an Empty Wallet?

Capital One had to slash its dividend as COF stock suffered a big loss. Credit card banks are having trouble collecting on loans.

3 Natural Gas Stocks Worth Your Time Today

Analysts are heavily debating the outlook for natural gas stocks in 2020. These three stocks offer value for long-term investors

5 Real Estate Stocks to Buy for Dividend Income

These real estate stocks have become some of the higher-paying dividend stocks while still delivering steady cash flows to investors.

Wells Fargo Stock Should Survive Its Dividend Cut Just Fine

Wells Fargo stock should survive its dividend cut just fine. Wells Fargo stock sells for just 82% of its tangible book value, whereas all of its peers are much more expensive.

The 7 Best Dividend Stocks for Adventurous Investors

In 2002, many investors are in searching for the best dividend-paying stocks. Here are out top seven picks

3 Defense Stocks to Buy Even in Peacetime

Global defense spending is likely to remain robust with NATO having the largest spending share. Defense stocks will continue to benefit.