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Dividend Stocks

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

4 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts – O WPC AHP ISTR

Four notable dividend stocks increased their payouts last week, including Realty Income (O).

3 Top Buys for Your Dividend-Growth Portfolio (BBY, PKG, WYN)

If you’re looking to grow your nest egg, I've got 3 dividend stocks to buy that are perfect for your growing portfolio

3 Solid Dividend Stocks to Bet On (BGSF, NEWM, AHC)

The hunt for yield can often go awry, and investors must consider the company as well as the dividend -- which leads to AHC, BGSF and NEWM.

BP plc (ADR): BP Stock Offers More Than Just a Fat Dividend

BP stock and its 7.56% yield deserve a second look now that Citigroup upgraded shares to buy.

Chevron Corporation: CVX Stock Is One of the Best for a Reason

Chevron is a best-in-breed energy firm and there are several important factors supporting a bullish stance on CVX stock.

3 High-Yield REITs Throwing off 5%-Plus

REITs still offer the best combination of dividends and capital gains, and here are three offering high yields and upside potential.

Nokia Corp (ADR): NOK Stock Is a “Must Buy”

NOK stock goes higher behind $1.5 billion China Mobile deal, showing the effect of Nokia's acquisition of Alcatel Lucent (ALU).

The 10 Best Dividend Stocks Across All 10 Sectors

The best dividend stocks in the market aren't all stuffed away in low-growth sectors. These 10 gems cover every inch of the market.

3 High-Yield Closed-End Funds That Won’t Leave You Dry

Closed end funds offer targeted investment with diversification and high yield. Here are three of the best CEFs that investors can pick up today.

Pfizer Inc. (PFE) Stock: 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Pfizer (PFE) is a low volatility, dependable dividend payer. That can add ballast to your portfolio -- but it could also weigh it down.

The 10 Best Dividend Achievers You Can Buy

Dividend stocks may be a dime a dozen, but not all dividend stocks are built the same. Here is a handful with a superior risk/reward/payout profile.

7 Dividend Stocks Increasing Payouts – UNH FDX TGT HRB CASY BCR WMS

UnitedHealth Group (UNH) and FedEx (FDX) were among the seven notable dividend stocks hiking their dividends this week.

3 Huge Dividend Stocks With Major Upside (GM, VLO, LYB)

Some investors worry that stocks are overpriced, but GM, VLO and LYB are great values and top-tier dividend stocks.

7 Monthly Dividend Stocks to Pay Your Bills

If you want your investment income on a slightly more regular basis than quarterly, consider these monthly dividend stocks to even things out.

3 Universal Bets on Dividend Aristocrats

Collect dividends while (likely) gaining capital appreciation over time with these mega-safety stocks.

Target Corporation: Buy TGT for Its Discount, Hold It for Its Dividend

Retail is weak these days but things are not as bad as the plunge in shares of Target Corporation (TGT) would suggest.

Kraft Heinz Co: One of Warren Buffett’s Biggest Dividend Stocks (KHC)

Kraft Heinz accounts for nearly 20% of Berkshire Hathaway's portfolio, but you may want to think twice before you jump into KHC stock.

Metlife Inc: MET’s Loss Is Our Gain

Metlife (MET), the largest insurer in the U.S., may have been having a tough year, but the future is bright.

Kinder Morgan Inc: KMI Stock Still Has Long-Term Power

While Kinder Morgan (KMI) stock does not have the kind of share price appreciation we've enjoyed in 2016 in the long-term, it's still very attractive in an otherwise expensive U.S. market.