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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

6 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts – UNH AMT PCG ARE GPN COR

Six notable dividend stocks recently raised their payouts, including UnitedHealth Group (UNH) and American Tower (AMT).

3 Must-Buy REITs for 100% Dividend Growth and Double-Digit Gains

We are zeroing in on 3 REIT stocks that raise their payouts faster than inflation and the market as a whole...

Ex-Dividend Reminders Include Iron Mountain Incorporated (IRM) and Knoll Inc (KNL)

Knoll, CAE, and Iron Mountain will all trade ex-dividend on June 13. Here are the payout dates for IRM, CAE and KNL stock

7 Energy Stocks to Buy to Survive an Oil Beating

Crude oil prices have been getting creamed, but there are a handful of energy stocks to buy if you want to take a chance in the sector.

The Best (And Worst!) Warren Buffett Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett knows a thing or two about investing, so looking at how he's managed these 6 dividend stocks is instructive and actionable

5 MLPs That Will Win Big From Trump’s Tax Plan

A little-known fact is that MLPs will win big-time from the proposed Trump tax plan. Here are five high yielders with potential.

Buy Vanguard High Dividend Yield ETF (VYM) When Fears Run High

The Vanguard High Dividend ETF (VYM) is a one-stop shop for dividend stocks of every stripe. If anything happens to the markets, you need VYM in your corner.

Ex-Dividend Reminders Include Brinker International, Inc. (EAT), Bob Evans Farms Inc (BOBE)

Brinker International, Bob Evans Farms, and Spire Inc will all trade ex-dividend on June 8. Here are the payout details for EAT, SR and BOBE.

Should You Buy Realty Income Corp (O) Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Realty Income has a great business model, and O stock is getting cheaper. But I think it has more downside ahead.

Why AT&T Inc. (T) Stock Keeps Getting Uglier and Uglier

AT&T (T) has made some big-ticket purchases in recent years. But how do the finances look, and what does this mean for T stock?

General Electric Company (GE) Stock Is Far More Dangerous Than You Think

GE stock had a nice run between 2009 and 2016, but time has finally caught up with General Electric. Here's what you need to know.

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd (ADR) (TEVA): Nibble on Its Dividend and Wait

Teva Pharmaceutical (TEVA) is perhaps the poster child for what can go wrong with an investment. But TEVA stock is cheap and could double in price.

Check Out This Ultimate Checklist for Rebalancing Your Portfolio

If you’re serious about investing, you need to take the time to occasionally and devote it to rebalancing your portfolio. Rebalancing is a way to…

7 Dividend Stocks to Buy That Make the Grade

It’s always good to have a couple total return picks in your portfolio, especially grade-A dividend stocks like these!

Boeing Co (BA) Stock Is a First-Class Rise to $200

Considering Boeing's possible incremental dividend increases and share repurchases, BA stock won’t lose altitude as it heads to $200.

3 Dividend Aristocrats That Deserve the Title … and 2 Pretenders

Investors looking for the surest path to dividend growth typically look to the S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats but caution is advised

Buy Valero Energy Corporation (VLO) Stock for Its Dividend and Wait

Valero (VLO) has taken it on the chin, but the energy patch is perking up. Now VLO stock should be a solid bet for the long term.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Stock Still a Strong Pick

Microsoft dipped after reporting another solid quarter. With growth ahead for MSFT stock, the company continues to impress investors.

5 Predictable, Cash-Rich Dividend Stocks to Buy (DCP, VLO, TGT, PBI, RRD)

We've come up with a solid way to cut through the noise of dividend stocks, and with it these 5 dividend stocks to buy...