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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

7 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts

Seven notable dividend stocks recently raised payouts, including Bank of America (BAC) and General Mills (GIS). Here's what you need to know.

Follow Buffett Into Bank of America Corp (BAC) Stock

Bank of America (BAC) has been stagnant this year, but BAC stock just gave everyone, including Warren Buffett, a reason to be more bullish.

5 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts

Five notable dividend stocks recently increased their payouts. Here's what investors need to know about these companies.

Why I Won’t Go Near Ford Motor Company (F) Stock

There's a lot more risk in Ford (F) stock and other car stocks, like General Motors (GM), than you may think. If you own them, sell them!

The 7 Best Dividend Stocks to Buy for Q3 and Beyond

As me move into the second half of the year, these are some of the best dividend stocks for your income needs.

Why Energy Transfer Partners LP (ETP) Stock Has a Chance to Shine

ETP stock has been a loser. But Energy Transfer Partners still appears to be on solid footing, as it has a variety of standout projects that should propel growth.

A 3-Step Test for Avoiding Dividend Stock Disasters

I keep saying it: don't take any dividends for granted. Instead get prepared by considering these three steps to avoid dividend disasters

Nokia Oyj (ADR) (NOK) Plays Nice With Apple, Has 25% Upside

Nokia should trade at $8, a 20x multiple to next year's earnings and putting the valuation on NOK stock in line with the S&P 500.

Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) Stock Is a Top 5% Yielder

It’s not unreasonable to think Verizon will gain back this year’s losses and then some. The high yield on VZ stock is icing on the cake.

Ex-Dividend Reminders Include Raymond James Financial, Inc. (RJF) and CubeSmart (CUBE)

Raymond James Financial, CubeSmart, and DuPont Fabros Technology will go ex-dividend on 6/29/17. Here are payout dates for RJF, DFT, and CUBE

Where General Electric Company (GE) Does, and Doesn’t, Make Its Money

A newly named General Electric CEO will bring about change, but what exactly is John Flannery starting with and what will happen to GE stock?

AT&T Inc. (T) Stock – 3 Reasons to Stay Cautious

"Big Two" telecom AT&T can support its generous dividend, but investors looking for upside in T stock likely will be disappointed.

Why Boeing Co (BA) Stock Will Soar to $210 Sooner Than You Think

BA stock should reach $210 by the end of the year. This is true for Boeing if you consider the possibility for incremental dividend increases and share repurchases.

Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) Stock Can Handle the Headwinds

When oil does rise, Exxon Mobil has the assets in place to capitalize from the recovery. That's part of what makes XOM stock compelling at current levels.

3 Nagging Challenges for Realty Income Corp (O) Stock

O stock has taken a hit lately. Although Realty Income's dividend is attractive, the company still faces some big challenges, such as with rising interest rates as well as the disruption in the retail sector.

How We Earn $5,300 In Dividends From A $10,000 Investment (VZ, PSX, GILD)

It's the most lucrative investing strategy I've ever found: create a portfolio of dividend stocks that generate as many as 30 checks a month

Should You Buy Energy Transfer Partners LP (ETP) Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

The farther ETP stock drops, the more attractive the dividend gets. But can you count on Energy Transfer's dividend's safety?

Why Ford Motor Company (F) Stock Is a Buy Right Now

Now’s the time to buy Ford stock. Once the company delivers on its new higher-margin initiatives, F will start punching its way back higher.

Why General Electric Company (GE) Stock Belongs In Your Portfolio

General Electric deserves (and needs) more time to get its business back on track, but GE stock will eventually pay off for the patient.