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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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The Top 3 Utilities Stocks to Buy Now: Summer 2024
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Recent Dividend Stocks Articles
Chevron’s Strong Cash Flow Makes the Fat Dividend Yield Very Attractive
Chevron's strong cash flow makes its 5.8% dividend yield very attractive. CVX stock is worth at least 43% more based on its dividend and capital return priorities.
Shell Knows It’s a Zombie as Long as It Focuses on Fossil Fuels
Shell admits that oil demand may never recover. It is cutting the Shell stock dividend and increasing investments in renewable power to create a sustainable future for itself.
Exxon Mobil is a Classic Yield Trap That May Not Last Much Longer
The oil producer thinks it can make money with oil at $40 a barrel but futures prices aren't showing that price until the end of 2023. Meanwhile, Exxon Mobil stock has an alluring dividend.
Royal Caribbean’s Dividend Is Under Siege
RCL stock offers a $3.12 annual dividend for now, but weakness in the cruise industry makes it unlikely investors will see a payout.
Investors Should Not Buy Caterpillar Ahead of Its Earnings
Given the questions marks regarding the state of the global economy, CAT stock may not be a long-term buy yet.
Verizon Can Handle the Pandemic Storm
Verizon can handle its dividend and capital requirements. The company isn't growing, but it's a conservative investment in tough times.
Without Its Dividend AT&T Stock Would Be Worthless
AT&T is cutting costs to manage the debt it bought with DirecTv and Time Warner, and prioritizing its dividend.
Coca-Cola can Handle the Coronavirus Storm
CEO James Quincey admits the Coca-Cola supply chain is stretched and fountain sales are down. But KO stock should be good for its dividend, which yields 3.5%.
3M Stock Has Secure Dividends and Ample Cash Flow
MMM stock is worth at least 45% more from current price levels, based on the company's steady free cash flow and its historical average dividend yield.
Is It Too Early to Buy Ford Stock?
Automakers like Ford face a difficult burden due to their business structures. Here's a closer look at F stock as the coronavirus persists.
Johnson & Johnson Stock Is Your Shelter From the Storm
Last year, investors saw JNJ stock as a laggard in the pharma space. Now it has stellar earnings and a promising coronavirus candidate.
BP Needs to Cut Debt to Protect Its Attractive 10%-plus Dividend Yield
BP needs to reduce debt, but its 10% dividend yield is very attractive. BP stock could benefit from lower leverage and asset sales, but either way, the dividend is secure.
Buy, Sell, or Ignore BP Stock With a 10% Dividend Yield?
BP stock has been slugged amid the turmoil in the stock market and hammering of oil prices. Does that make it a bargain or a warning?
Wells Fargo Offers Great Value With Its 6.8% Dividend Yield
Wells Fargo offers great value with its 6.8% dividend yield. WFC stock has an attractive dividend yield as the dividend is likely to pass the upcoming Federal Reserve stress test.
Amazon Is Still Strangling FedEx Stock
FedEx founder and CEO Fred Smith takes the fight with Amazon personally, while UPS treats it as yet another corporate challenge.