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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.
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Freeport-McMoRan's move back into energy didn't sit well with shareholders ... until the company threw some cold hard cash on it. Here's why you should care.
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Macy's and Tiffany & Co. were among 17 companies to announced they would be throwing more cash back at investors this week.
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A yield north of 4% may look enticing, but you have to dig a little deeper before plunging in. These three stocks aren't worth your time.
Drill Into Oil States’ Looming REIT Play
Shares of Oil States jumped after two hedge funds announced a sizable stake in the company. But investors could see even more gains via a REIT spinoff.
3 Money-Minting MLPs for Dividend Investors
MLPs offer a favorable tax structure to companies and big-time payouts to investors. Here are three of the best.
Buy This Rare Value in Today’s Bloated Market
True values are becoming harder and harder to find as the markets keep chugging along. However, EMC not only seems to fit the bill, but could become an income play sooner than later.
2 Great Plays to Mix Up Your Income Holdings
Don't make the mistake of sacrificing diversification for dividend yield. Try something outside the box, like picking other investors' pockets or going to prison.
Don’t Fear the Fed — Buy Income on the Dip
The next pullback is around the corner; use that as a chance to buy these 3 income stocks.
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Most consumers only think of propane once grilling season gets into high gear, but it's an underrated energy source -- and a great way to pad your income.
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Smart investors know that high-yield stocks often carry risky tradeoffs, but a couple double-digit-yielding stocks might be worth the risk.
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Energy XXI made one of this week's most aggressive moves among companies sweetening the dividend pot. Here's a look at EXXI and the 16 other improved payouts.
2 REITs to Sell, 2 More to Put on Probation
Real estate investment trusts have provided a one-two punch of appreciation and income for the past year, but deteriorating fundamentals are starting to overshadow even the highest yields.
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If you believe a recovery is in the works, the energy sector might not be a bad place to look. These three stocks will provide juicy dividends while you wait.
Wall Street Sorts Through Another Round of Linn-Sanity
Linn Energy (LINE) and LinnCo (LNCO) are turning into quite the battleground stocks following a weekend piece in Barron's.
Microsoft Will Survive Its ‘New Coke’ Moment
Why do I love Microsoft? Because it can absorb a massive fundamental screw-up like its Windows 8 mea culpa and still keep plugging along.
ADP: A Low-Key Winner With AAA Credit
This hidden dividend gem with a rare AAA credit rating actually graces the hands of 1 in 6 people every couple weeks.
Financials Pay It Back: 16 Companies Increasing Dividends
American Express and Capital One are among 16 companies that helped out investors by ratcheting up their dividend-paying efforts this week.
Sell in May, Then Buy Preferreds
Preferred shares provide a nice income source during the market's summer season.
