Dividend Stock News & Investing Advice

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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3 Stocks Set to Soar if the Fed Cuts Interest Rates in September

The anticipated interest rate cuts at the Federal Reserve’s September meeting have put several stocks to buy in the spotlight.

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7 Recession-Resistant Stocks to Hold Onto for Dear Life in 2024

These seven recession-resistant stocks offer stability and potential growth even in challenging economic conditions.

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7 Growth Stocks to Buy on Encouraging Earnings Results

Positive earnings reports show some of the top growth stocks to buy that can deliver exceptional long-term returns for investors.

Recent Dividend Stocks Articles

The Top 10 S&P 500 Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Sep 15, 2016

These best-of-the-best S&P 500 dividend stocks offer handsome yields and stability, sure. But many of them pack a total-return punch, too.

3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks You Want NO Part Of

By Johnson Research Group Sep 14, 2016

After years of attracting income-seekers, Reynolds American, Inc. (RAI), AT&T Inc. (T) and Colgate-Palmolive Company (CL) are suffering under the risk of a rate hike.

Target Corporation (TGT) Has a Dividend You Shouldn’t Overlook

By Richard Saintvilus, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 14, 2016

Target stock investors should be patient and look at the long-term picture, as TGT has a strong dividend, which affirms confidence in its capital position.

This ‘Hated’ Stock Is Worth Owning Forever (PM)

By Sep 14, 2016

Like it or not, Phillip Morris is a long-term stock hold for investors seeking the safety of dividend income. Here's why PM is a buy...

5 Quality Dividend Names On The Cheap

By Sep 13, 2016

With more than a third of global sovereign bonds market offering negative yields, it's nice to find dividend stocks with upside like these

5 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts – O DAKT SBR STOR RPT

By Brian Bollinger, Simply Safe Dividends Sep 12, 2016

Five notable dividend stocks raised their payouts last week, including Realty Income (O), and Store Capital (STOR).

3 Unloved Dividend Stocks to Buy Now – and 2 to Sell

By Sep 12, 2016

I'm taking you inside an ignored corner of the market where you find cheap dividend stocks throwing off quarterly dividends that grow 10%

A Safe 3-Stock Portfolio That Pays 5.9% (TLT, HYG, ETV)

By Sep 9, 2016

Thinking creatively about how to invest towards retirement leads us to this steady 3-stock portfolio with a big yield...and upside to boot

Our Latest Ex-Dividend Reminders Include HP Inc (HP)

By Sep 8, 2016

Looking at stocks we cover,State Auto Financial, Fair Isaac , and HP will trade ex-dividend on 9/12/16. Here are their payout dates

The 7 Best Monthly Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

By Jeff Reeves Sep 7, 2016

These monthly dividend stocks don't just offer frequent bursts of high income -- they also can tack on gains through pure share appreciation, too.

Ford Motor Company: Will China Sales Drive F Stock Higher?

By Richard Saintvilus, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 7, 2016

Investors might want to ride shotgun with Ford stock, as Ford has placed strong bets on China sales and recent numbers indicate success.

5 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts – VZ CPB HRS PKG HRS

By Brian Bollinger, Simply Safe Dividends Sep 6, 2016

Verizon (VZ) and Campbell Soup (CPB) were among the five noteworthy dividend stocks that increased their dividends last week.

2 Bargain REITs to Buy in September – and 2 Losers to Sell

By Sep 6, 2016

Right now, investors are wondering if they should sell their REITs this month. Here are 2 to buy and 2 to avoid to help in your planning

7 Must-Own Tech Stocks With REAL Dividend Growth

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 2, 2016

If you want dividend growth, you'll want to give tech stocks a try. These seven dividend stocks really push the pedal when it comes to higher payouts.