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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

3 Tech Stocks for Dividend Investors to Buy Now

Tech stocks have been unpredictable at times recently, but the sector has rebounded from volatility strongly, and there is no question that tech has been the le....

4 Unique Stocks With Double-Digit Yields

Things aren’t going to script right now in the financial sector. It’s a widely established fact (based on years of historical evidence) that banks a....

10 Dividend Aristocrats You Never Have to Worry About

There are dividend stocks, and then there are dividend aristocrats. These ten names are the income producers you rarely have to worry about.

Should Investors Load Up on Walmart Stock Ahead of Earnings?

Walmart has had to make some big investments over the past 24 months. If the worst is over, investors will likely get on board with WMT stock.

MFA Financial Stock Still Offers a Safe Double-Digit Dividend Yield

MFA manages a proven portfolio of high cash generating mortgage securities, making MFA stock an ideal pick for dividend investors.

The Philosophy of Dividend Aristocrat Stocks

Dividend aristocrat stocks, equities who have raised dividends for 25 or more consecutive years create an air of stability but also place tremendous pressure on themselves to maintain the streak.

Outfront Stock Is a Big Buying Opportunity Following Earnings Drop

OUT stock has fallen for years, but a high dividend and possible new business lines could revive the outdoor ad company.

Rescue Your Retirement With High-Growth Dividend Stocks

Top dividend-paying companies are safer, better places to park long-term wealth than any currency or any government bond, and these dividend stocks are better than gold for parking long-term wealth.

Safe Investments to Regularly Earn 12%-Plus

It’s possible for ordinary investors to earn a very safe 12% yield without investing in risky stocks. Here is how regular investors earn monster yields consistently through steady, safe investments.

These 9 Dividend Stocks Are About to Soar — Thanks to Donald Trump

There’s a lot uncertainty in today’s market, but one thing is guaranteed ... The new tax reform law is about to cause an avalanche of money to rush into dividend stocks in the weeks and months ahead.

3 Reasons Cisco Systems Stock Can Surge to $50

Cisco Systems has done well over the past year, up more than 30%. However, CSCO stock has been moving sideways for a while now. Could a big move be in store?

Could Viacom Surge to $35 After Earnings Beat?

Viacom didn't report a stellar quarterly result, but the results weren't dismal either. Throw in the low valuation of VIAB stock and its near-3% dividend yield and it's hard to ignore.

3 Unloved High-Yielders That Will Rise With Rates (and Pay Up to 7% in Cash!)

Once again, almost everyone has gotten sucked in by a tired investor slogan that’s dead wrong—and it’s costing them big gains (and income). Bu....

9 Great Income Investments You’ve Never Heard Of

They may be small and/or obscure, but these picks are among the best income-producing assets you can easily own today.

7 High-Risk Dividend Stocks for Adventurous Income Investors

The best dividend stocks tend to be large-cap, mature, and stable companies that provide annual payout increases. These 7 stocks don't fit that category, but these high-risk dividend stocks do provide some upside potential for income investors.

Kraft Heinz Earnings: KHC Stock Doesn’t Jibe With 3G’s Playbook

Kraft Heinz' earnings came in light, but investors grabbed the stock in hope of a big deal that may not happen.

10 High-Dividend Stocks to Buy When the Market Is Blue

With growing uncertainty about the markets’ next direction, stable, high-dividend stocks are your best bet for survival!

5 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy for a Doubtful August

August has been one of the worst months of the year for Wall Street, with steeper losses especially in midterm years. Compare Brokers....

3 Dividend Stocks to Buy to Earn a Monthly Check

Some dividend stock investors are patient. Others, however, are not so keen on waiting for income. If you find yourself in the latter camp, this selection of dividend stocks will pay you an allowance month after month without hesitation.