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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

Here’s the Main Reason Microsoft Corporation Stock Is a Safe Haven

Shares of Microsoft Corporation have weathered the trade-war storm quite well over the past few weeks. So is it time to go all-in on Microsoft stock?

4 Notable Dividend Stocks Boost Payouts, Including The TJX Companies Inc

Four notable dividend stocks recently raised their payouts, including The TJX Companies (TJX). Here's what you need to know about each.

Is Foot Locker, Inc. Stock Good for a Huge 50% Gain?

Foot Locker, Inc. has been rebounding following a massive decline in its stock price. Is there still huge upside left in Foot Locker stock?

10 Safe Dividend Stocks for the Second Quarter

These 10 dividend stocks have been paying their shareholders for a long time and have a history of increases.

Will Darden Restaurants, Inc. Surge 35% to $115?

Darden Restaurants has been struggling as DRI stock has fallen below key trend-line support. Below, bears can gain momentum. Above, bulls are back in control.

There’s a Time and Place for Everything

As I take the helm of Profitable Investing, the portfolio is well-placed for the time, as there continue to be many stocks that are not just hanging in there, but thriving.

3 Top Low-Cost Dividend Funds to Buy

Costs can be a drag on performance, so investors need to choose their funds wisely. Here are three low-cost dividend funds to consider.

Walmart Inc Is Making Moves: What You Need To Know

Walmart is making headlines this week. What does WMT's potential move for Humana, new international payments initiative, and launch of stores in China mean for Walmart stock? For one, that Walmart has the nerve to make big plays, and that could end up being a very good thing for Walmart stock.

You Can Root for General Motors Company Stock, but Don’t Buy It

General Motors continues to reshape itself in the image of Tesla, even while fighting for share in an aging car business

3 High-Yield Stocks to Avoid

Avoid these three high-yield stocks or suffer big possible losses. Here's why each of these stocks is troublesome.

Cisco Systems, Inc. Set To Dazzle You With Its Dividend

Compared to the selling in more flashy names like Tesla and the FAANG stocks, CSCO is a safe haven. Cisco announced huge plans for its $60 billion in offshore cash. If you like massive buybacks and dividend increases, now is the time to take a closer look at Cisco stock.

Hormel Foods Corporation Is a Strong Buy Thanks to the Tax Plan

Hormel has been around for more than a century, during which time it's learned to grow its business in some of the toughest periods this country has faced. HRL stock has earned the title of dividend king and it is a bargain as the trade war heats up.

3 Reasons You Should Stay Away from Chevron Corporation Stock

Is Chevron a big buy or big sell? We take a look at 3 pros and 3 cons facing CVX stock investors.

4 Notable Dividend Stocks Boost Payouts, Including Raytheon Company

Four notable dividend stocks recently raised their payouts, including Raytheon (RTN). Here's what you need to know about each.

3 Little-Known Dividend Aristocrats to Buy

Reliability is king for retirement. Investors should consider these three solid dividend aristocrats that aren't talked about as much as others.

4 Smart Retirement Buys for 7.2% Dividends and Big Gains

Today I’m going to show you 4 funds that, when put together, give you a juicy 7.2% dividend yield. And that’s just the start. In addition to giving....

Trade of the Day: Magellan Midstream Partners, L.P. (MMP)

As Treasury yields come down, interest-rate sensitive issues like REITs, utilities and other dividend-paying stocks are probably going to see a little rally. Within that group, pipeline MLPs are particularly attractive for a contrarian bullish play.

Is VF Corporation Stock A Buy After Its Earnings Miss? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Apparel maker VF Corporation sells for a premium against its direct competition. Should you be willing to spring for VF stock's high-quality brands?

Is the Public Storage Stock Dividend Really Worth It?

Public Storage now pays out a 4% dividend yield. But that's not enough of a reason to chase PSA stock right now.