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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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8 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts – UPS PRU DPS TOT CME MMM GILD ADM

Eight notable dividend stocks raised their payouts last week, including Gilead (GILD) and 3M Corp (MMM). Here's what you need to know.

7 Dividend Stocks for the Retirement You Deserve

These seven retirement-focused dividend stocks to buy will put you on the right path toward some well-funded golden years.

Why General Electric Company (GE) Stock Is Strictly for Yield

GE stock is not a growth opportunity. General Electric is strictly an income stock, focused largely on fossil fuels despite all its talk of technology and wind.

10 Super-Safe Dividend Growth Stocks to Buy Today

If you're looking to build a solid retirement portfolio, trustworthy dividend growth stocks are a must-have. Here are 10 to consider.

The 2 Best, and 2 Worst, Dow Dividend Stocks Today

Today we’re going to discuss four high paying Dow components. Two are buys, while two should be sold immediately (or even shorted).

Ex-Dividend Reminders Include EverBank Financial Corp (EVER)

EverBank Financial, Ameriprise Financial, and Beneficial Bancorp will trade ex-dividend February 9. Here are EVER, AMP and BNCl payout dates

Why a PepsiCo, Inc. (PEP) Split Would Unlock 20% Upside

PepsiCo (PEP) would be worth more after a corporate breakup. Let the food division shine and unlock considerable value in Pepsi stock.

3 Dividend Stocks to Buy – and 2 to Sell Now

We know financial stocks have gone through the roof since Trump's win, but these 2 dividend stocks can be avoided, while 3 others are buys

Can General Motors Company (GM) Stock FINALLY Get Some Love?

General Motors (GM) just reported strong earnings and can cover its 4% yield several times over. Yet GM stock still trades at a sub-5 P/E?

8 Dividend Stocks Rewarding Shareholders With A Raise

Let's look at my latest list of dividend stocks that I follow who have recently raised their dividends

4 Stocks to Buy for Big February Dividend Hikes

Today I've got four dividend stocks for you to consider for the long term.

4 Reasons AT&T Inc. (T) Stock Is Still a Great Buy in 2017

While its merge with Time Warner makes AT&T stock an appealing telecom pick, there are plenty of other reasons to add T stock to your portfolio.

7 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts — COP SPG EXC GLW AVB BCE ES

Seven notable dividend stocks raised their payouts last week, including ConocoPhillips (COP) and Simon Property Group (SPG). Here's what you need to know.

Why AT&T Inc. (T) Stock Looks as Fresh as a Startup!

AT&T's (T) Project AirGig will meld wireless and wired Internet connectivity, possibly turning AT&T stock into a monster nobody saw coming.

Why AT&T Inc. (T) Stock Is Still a Dividend Behemoth

AT&T's purchase of Time Warner will synergize well with its streaming service. That furthers the case for buying T stock for its dividend.

Should I Buy Chevron Corporation (CVX) Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Chevron has taken swift actions to cut costs. But going forward, it could be tougher for CVX stock to generate strong returns.

The 3 Best CEFs for Growth and Dividends

Closed-end funds offer good opportunities for growth along with solid dividends. With that in mind, here are three of the Best CEFs to buy.

5 Safe Dividend Stocks to Buy for Retirement

Investors looking toward retirement -- or just wanting a sense of security in turbulent times -- will do well with these five dividend stocks.

The Top 10 Dow Dividend Stocks for February

The dividend aristocrats of the stock market live in the Dow 30 and have since 1896. Here is where investors should go for income.