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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

5 Notable Dividend Increases From the Past Week — Including Apple Inc.

Five notable dividend stocks recently raised their payouts, including Apple (AAPL). Here's what you need to know about each.

10 Dividend Stocks to Buy in May

What are the best buys today for income investors? Here are 10 stocks that need to be on your watchlist this month.

Marvelous Monthly Dividend Stocks to Own Now

These monthly dividend-payers are the secret sauce to making monthly income that works for you, without sacrificing quality holdings.

3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks You Probably Overlooked

You may not expect to find high-yield dividend stocks in these places. Here are 3 dividend stocks the markets missed.

5 Excellent Dividend Growth Stocks to Beat May Swoon

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3 Bullish Takeaways From Apple Inc.’s Earnings Report

There was lots of apprehension regarding the upcoming Apple earnings report but it looks like there was not much to worry about. The fact is, AAPL stock is gaining traction with its focus on services.

3 Dividend Stocks to Buy for $20 or Less

Low-price and high-yield stocks often got that way through declining businesses. But these three dividend stocks should provide stable income and capital appreciation at a low price.

3 Reasons to Consider Buying CVS Health Stock Before Earnings

CVS Health stock is looking like an attractive name for bulls. It's got a low valuation, decent growth and a 3% dividend. Too bad CVS stock is almost $10 off its recent low.

Consider Buying AT&T Inc. Stock for Its Reliable Dividend

AT&T Inc. has been hammered over the past few months, something long-term investors aren't used to. Despite the flaws with T, AT&T stock is still yielding 6% - and that means income hunters should consider buying it for the dividend.

8 Dividend Aristocrats That Also Offer Stock Price Growth

AFL, CVX, GD, ITW, JNJ, LOW, MCD and TGT are dividend aristocrats that offer both consistent dividend growth and stock price appreciation.

Exxon Mobil Corporation Leads 6 Dividend Stocks Boosting Payouts

Six notable dividend stocks recently raised their payouts, including Exxon Mobil (XOM). Here's what you need to know about each.

3 High-Growth Dividend Stocks for Long-Term Investors

Big growth stocks are good. Big dividend stocks are good. Big-growth dividend stocks are the best.

9 Highest-Yielding Dividend Aristocrats to Buy Today

These dividend aristocrats to buy today have a cult-like following among income investors, and for good reason. To be a dividend aristocrat, a company must be a member of the S&P 500 Index and have paid higher dividends for 25 consecutive years.

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.