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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.

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How Nokia Oyj (ADR) (NOK) Stock Can Jump Another 50%

Nokia isn't the safest investment on the market, but cost cuts and a new deal with Apple should propel NOK stock toward $10 per share.

Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) Stock Is Stuck in a Rut

Exxon (XOM) didn't move after earnings, which isn't a surprise given the hedge of upstream and downstream within the XOM stock business.

6 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts – CB NOC LUV MMC KEY GNTX

Six notable dividend stocks raised their payouts last week, including Chubb (CB) and Northrop Grumman (NOC).

7 High Tech Dividend Stocks With Yields Up to 14%

Income investors often ignore the technology sector. That's a shame, because tech stocks are some of the best sources of dividend growth

Buy Boeing Co (BA) Stock, But Do It for the Dividend

Boeing is getting a boost from military contracts, this time from Saudi Arabia. But when that story isn't driving BA stock, the dividend is.

3 Retail REITs to Salvage for Their Inflated Yields

Some retail stocks are dying, but quality, high-yielding retail REITs have been thrown out with the bathwater. Take advantage.

Nokia Oyj (ADR) (NOK) Stock Is Smart for Income Investors

Nokia reported good quarterly results. The slowdown in the Network division is moderating. NOK stock's business transformation is underway.

7 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy for Every Kind of Investor

The best dividend stocks are ultimately in the eye of the beholder. What matters is risk. This set of picks offers something for every type of investor.

AbbVie Inc (ABBV) Stock STILL Has Much More Room to Run Higher

ABBV stock has a lot more long-term oomph when you consider its current pipeline. Here's why investors shouldn't overlook AbbVie.

Qualcomm, Inc. (QCOM) Stock Can Reach $70 WITHOUT Apple (AAPL)

Assuming Qualcomm's deal for NXP Semiconductors closes, QCOM stock should sustain its current uptrend toward the $70-per-share mark.

Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) Stock Is Making Moves to Power Your Portfolio

From buying new assets to tending its balance sheet, Exxon Mobil is set up well, making XOM stock a worthwhile buy.

Ex-Dividend Reminders Include Kelly Services, Inc. (KEYLA)

On 5/19/17 Kelly Services, Enable Midstream Partners and HollyFrontier will go ex-dividend. Here are payout dates for KEYLA, ENBL and HFC

Pick These 4 High Yield Stocks to Buy for Marvelous Returns

Here are four compelling picks with high earnings yields that investors should consider today

Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) Stock Is a No-Doubt Dividend Gem

Exxon Mobil's strong second-quarter performance underpins its solid long-term fundamentals. XOM stock is an easy income-focused buy.

Is Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) Stock a Buy or Sell Ahead of Earnings?

Cisco Systems is working to boost growth and pays a handsome dividend, but before you buy CSCO stock, you might want to wait for this.

2 Dividend Stocks to Buy for 100%+ Dividend Growth – and 2 to Avoid

Fact: When interest rates rise, you need to be in dividend-growth stocks. But not just any dividend stocks. Here are 2 to avoid and 2 to buy

10 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts — TEL NWL FDS LEG CLX TSCO FNV SLF WAB CP

Ten notable dividend stocks raised their payouts last week, including TE Connectivity (TEL) and Newell Brands (NWL).

The 7 Best REITs You Must Buy Right Now!

By most economic indicators, it looks like the U.S. is starting that expansion once again. And that means it’s a good time to buy REITs!

10 Dividend Aristocrats That Are Ready to Rally

These 10 Dividend Aristocrats have underperformed of late despite a boatload of fundamental strength. Expect them to flip the switch soon.