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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

5 REITs with Fast Growing Dividends (AMT, ESRT, FR, HPP, PSB)

High yield and regular dividend growth gives income investors the most consistent gains and these 5 REITs can help give your portfolio a boost

The Coca-Cola Co: Here’s Where KO’s Dividend Will Go Next

Coca-Cola is a dividend stock that's increased its payout the past 54 years. But will KO's dividend hold up in the future?

7 Dividend-Paying Energy Stocks to Tap Into Now!

Looking for dividends? Then energy stocks should be on your list. Here's seven that could fill your need for income.

7 Dividend Stocks That Really Crank Out the Cash

Dividend hikes are great, but these seven dividend stocks take the taco thanks to annual payout increases that have averaged more than 15% for years.

Ford Motor Company (F) Stock Is a Sneaky Good Buy

Ford stock might look a little rusty, but a fat dividend yield and cheap valuation make F stock a dream for patient investors.

3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks With Bright Futures (RDS.B LVS ING)

Interest rates have tanked following the surprise Brexit vote, but LVS, RDS.B and ING offer 5%-plus dividends and long-term growth potential.

10 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts: K SEP COTY DAL PFG GGP MIC WTR FOXA IFF

Ten notable dividend stocks raised their payouts last week, including Kellogg (K) and Spectra Energy Partners (SEP).

Ex-Dividend Reminders Include Delta Air Lines, Inc. and Emerson Electric Co.

Looking at the stocks we cover at Dividend Channel, Delta Air Lines, Emerson Electric and Global Payments will go ex-dividend 8/10/16

A 3 Dividend Stock Portfolio With a 4% Yield (MCY, HP, ORI)

Here's a 3 dividend stock portfolio to kick-start your income portfolio during these difficult bargain-hunting times

4 Big Dividends Slashed: What To Do Next

Your favorite dividend stock just chopped its payout: should you sell? It depends. Believe it or not, some dividend cuts are bullish signs

The 7 Best Cheap Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

The best cheap dividend stocks aren't necessarily those trading for $1 a share. for these picks, valuation and payout ratios are key.

These 4 Dividend Darlings Could Drop 20% (GIS, MCD, SYY, WMT)

Investors are reaching for more yield, and while these 4 dividend stocks look good today, don't expect the good news to continue...

Looking for a High Yield? Try These 3 REITs

Looking for a high yield? REITs still have it. Here's 3 REITs that still offer juicy dividends.

10 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts: O RAI DM BBT CMA EQM SPG SUN MPC CG

Realty Income (O) and Reynolds American (RAI) were among the 10 notable dividend stocks increasing their dividends this week.

Dividend Safety Analysis: Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO)

Networking giant Cisco Systems, Inc. is a dividend payer that will last for a very long time. It's time to put CSCO into your income portfolio

These 4 Small & Mid Cap Stocks Pay Big Time Dividends

Not all great stock picks come from large-cap stocks. Look to these 2 small and 2 mid-caps of value and profit

Caterpillar Inc.’s Dividend Looks Safe…For Now (CAT)

As one of the Dividend Aristocrats, Caterpillar Inc is a solid dividend machine. Here's why CAT should remain in your income portfolio

Ford Stock (F): There’s Blood in the Street. You Know What to Do.

Ford stock crashes after a big earnings miss and fearful forecasts, but negativity has long been baked in, and F now yields nearly 5%.

The 3 Safest REITs in the Country

Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) that only rent to tenants in the consumer staples and services spaces are your best bet for safety.