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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

Buy, Sell or Hold Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) Stock Into Earnings?

Starbucks Corporation is set to report earnings on Thursday, but SBUX has been a consistent disappointment over the last few years when it comes to earnings. Is that set to change this time around though?

Create Your Own Dividend Using These 3 Covered Calls

Fixed-income or retired investors may dismiss using options because they seem exotic. Yet they don’t have to be, and covered calls can provide you additional income without terribly much additional risk than holding a stock.

7 Dividend Stocks That May Be Hurting Your Retirement

Often there are signs leading up to dividend stocks cutting their payouts. If you own any of these 7 you'd be better off moving your money elsewhere.

Pumping Out the Dividends in the Energy Sector

U.S. crude oil has been on a great recovery over the past year with West Texas Intermediate (WTI) rising from a low of $42.53 back…

Should You Buy 3M Co (MMM) Stock After Earnings Plunge?

3M Co plunged after reporting its first-quarter earnings results. There's reason to be bummed about MMM stock and more excited about Honeywell.

3 Reasons Why Cisco Systems, Inc. Will Hit New Highs Soon

Cisco Systems, Inc. will make new highs eventually, it's just a matter of when it will happen. However, there are two levels to buy CSCO stock at.

3 Tech Stocks for Dividend Investors to Buy Now

Tech stocks have been unpredictable over the past few weeks, but there is no question that the technology sector has been at the forefront of the market’s....

Kinder Morgan Inc Finally Gives Investors What They Want

Kinder Morgan stock's dividend is back in a big way. KMI cut its dividend by 75% a few years ago, but it turns out it was a wise move on the company's part. That extra money has been used to decrease debt and fund expansion. And that makes Kinder Morgan stock a major buy for income-seekers.

Southern Company Leads 6 Dividend Stocks Boosting Payouts

Six notable dividend stocks recently raised their payouts, including Southern Company (SO). Here's what you need to know about each.

7 Stocks to Buy for Big May Dividend Hikes

While most income investors are reaching for big yields right now, a small group of “hidden yield” stocks are quietly handing smart investors growin....

Procter & Gamble Co Stock Continues to Struggle Despite Earnings Beat

PG stock fell after earnings due to weaker revenue guidance, and with revenues down over the past few years, any bad news on that front hits Procter & Gamble.

10 Dividend-Payers to Own for Month-to-Month Income

Contrary to popular belief, dividends don't have to be a quarterly thing. These stocks and funds dish out reliable income twelve times per year, so you earn dependable monthly income without having to time the market.

The 5 Best Big-Dividend Stocks With Upside

Escaping volatility by sidelining cash pays nothing. Instead, investors can sit in a high-yielding stock with great expectations while the market makes up its mind.

3 Dividend ETFs With High Inflows in April

Consider these three dividend ETFs to fend off growing market uncertainty. Compare Brokers....

3 Terrific Telecom Dividend Stocks

Telecom companies have a firm hold on their customers, guaranteeing revenues. These 3 telecom dividend stocks pay it forward to investors.

5 Unsteady Dividend Stocks That Will Win Longer Term

The recent downturn is a great time to find beaten-down dividend stocks. Here are five of the best ones to buy today.

10 Retirement Stocks That You Should Already Own

If you're looking for a safe and stable mix of growth and income while you're still working, these names are your best long-term bets.

3 Reasons Home Depot Inc Stock Will Surge 30%

Home Depot Inc has been under pressure over the last few months. But that doesn't mean we should avoid HD stock.

Comcast Corporation Stock Is a No Brainer Buy Right Now

Comcast stock has been beaten down almost 25% from its recent highs. CMCSA stock now trades at vital support.