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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

General Electric Company’s Dividend Increase Signals Progress (GE)

General Electric raised its quarterly payout from 23 cents per share to 24 cents. Here's why income investors should stick with GE

Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) Stock Is a Keeper

VZ stock has everything you'd want in a dividend play -- Verizon has a safe, sustainable yield and financial strength at a decent price.

8 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts – MA ZTS WEC EMN ARE OC THG ERIE

Eight notable dividend stocks raised their payouts last week, including Mastercard (MA) and Zoetis (ZTS). Here's what you need to know.

7 Dividend Growth Stocks Increasing Dividends

These 7 companies raised dividends and payouts to shareholders over the past week.

The 5 Best Dividend Stocks to Buy for 2017 – and 9 to Avoid

With the election in the rear-view mirror, investors have asked me what they should do with their portfolio. Here are my recommendations

10 Dangerous High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Avoid

These high-yield dividend stocks could surprise investors with dividend cuts and weak performance. Beware these siren yields!

3 Dividend Stocks That Will Thrive As Interest Rates Rise

You can take it to the bank: interest rates are going up. Get ready for the inevitable with these three steady growing dividend stocks

3 European Stocks to Buy for Big-Time Dividends

Don't overlook European stocks when it comes to dividends. Companies like Diageo (DEO), Novo Nordisk (NVO) and Eni (E) are stellar.

2 Old-School Dividend Growth Stocks for Income and Returns

For those on the lookout for dividend stocks with value and increasing payouts, consider these two stars under one single company brand

5 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts – DIS MKC NUE LZB COR

Five notable dividend stocks raised their payouts last week, including Disney (DIS) and McCormick (MKC). Here's what you need to know.

4 High Yielding Consumer Staples Dividend Stocks to Buy

The economy is on the recovery trail the presidential election hasn't dampened consumer spending. Consider these 4 dividend stars today.

Why Hormel Foods Corp Is a Top Ranked Dividend Stock (HRL)

Hormel Foods has been named to the Dividend Channel's S.A.F.E. Dividends list for the following reasons...

5 Stocks with Impressive Dividend Growth to Buy Now

Here are 5 dividend stocks to consider as you look through the universe of dividend growth stock opportunities

Why Walt Disney Co’s a Dividend Stock To Hold Forever (DIS)

Walt Disney Co operates as an entertainment company worldwide, and DIS stock is one of the smartest dividend buys investors can make

6 Great Dividend Growth Stocks for Higher Returns

Though rising yields have dampened the appeal for dividend investing, a dividend growth stock strategy is still in vogue.

3 Tech Stocks to Buy for Extraordinary Dividends

Most tech stocks pay no dividends, but some do, and a few -- such as CTL, NOK and STX -- are offering huge yields as well.

8 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts — MRK BDX HRL LANC ROP SJI KRG YORW

Ten notable dividend stocks raised their payouts last week, including Merck (MRK) and Becton Dickinson (BDX). Here's what you need to know.

10 Double-Whammy Dividend Stocks to Buy in 2017

With high yields and exceptional growth, these dividend stocks pack a wallop and are some of the best investments to make for the New Year.

3 “Dark Horse” Dividend Stocks Primed for 30% Gains in 2017

I'm going to share three of my favorite dividend stocks from an ignored corner of the market set to soar in President Trump's first year.