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

7 Undervalued Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

By Chris Markoch, InvestorPlace Contributor May 16, 2022

During market corrections, dividend stocks provide passive income to help offset losses. Here are seven undervalued dividend stocks to buy now.

Johnson & Johnson Stock: A Rare Bright Spot in the Market

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor May 14, 2022

JNJ stock is up on the year thanks in part to its steadily rising dividend, which investors covet during the current market volatility.

Six Dividend-Paying Stocks With Low Payout Ratios to Buy

By Mark R. Hake, CFA May 12, 2022

These six dividend-paying stocks have low P/E multiples, good dividend yields, and low payout ratios, leaving room for share buybacks.

7 Dividend Stocks to Leave out of Your Retirement Portfolio

By Steve Booyens, CFA May 12, 2022

Investing in dividend stocks isn't always smooth sailing. It's important to account for particular fundamentals to achieve long-term gains.

6 Undervalued Stocks You Should Buy For the Long Term

By Mark R. Hake, CFA May 10, 2022

These six undervalued stocks have strong dividend and buyback programs and trade a very reasonable price-to-earnings multiples.

3 High-Dividend Stocks to Buy in May

By Tezcan Gecgil, InvestorPlace Contributor May 8, 2022

As the volatility on Wall Street increases, investors search for stocks that have an ongoing safe yield.

3 Business Development Companies With Dividend Yields Over 8%

By Bob Ciura, Sure Dividend May 6, 2022

Bjusiness development companies offer generous yields because they’re required to distribute substantially all of their earnings to shareholders. BDCs receive favorable tax treatment, and in return, they aren’t allowed to retain earnings in the same way other companies are. That’s good for income investors because yields in the sector are routinely in the mid-single digits or better.

7 Defensive Dividend Healthcare Stocks to Buy Now

By Louis Navellier and the InvestorPlace Research Staff May 6, 2022

As market conditions remain rocky, adding high-quality healthcare stocks to your portfolio may be a great way to play defense.

7 Dividend-Paying Large-Cap Stocks to Buy in May

By Muslim Farooque, InvestorPlace Contributor May 6, 2022

These dividend-paying large-cap stocks offer an attractive buffer against the current macro-economic climate.

7 Dividend Stocks to Buy for May With Yields Over 6%

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor May 5, 2022

With economic realities forcing many investors to look for passive income, these high-yield dividend stocks to buy are very relevant.

6 Undervalued Consumer Brand Stocks Worth Buying Now Before a Recession Hits

By Mark R. Hake, CFA May 4, 2022

6 undervalued consumer brand stocks worth buying now. The six undervalued stocks have strong consumer brands that will carry them through the end of a recession as they keep paying dividends.

Pfizer: The Treasure of Albert Bourla

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor May 4, 2022

Pfizer has a new CFO, David Denton, whose job will be to invest the gusher of cash generated by its success against Covid-19.

United Parcel Service: The Right Value Stock for Right Now

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor May 1, 2022

UPS offers a solid dividend and solid operations that can compete with Amazon over the long run.

Ford Motor Is Still Not a Tech Stock

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor May 1, 2022

Ford dealers cleaned up on the company's strong Q1, showing the company must do more to become a tech company and transform F stock.

6 Dividend Stocks That Will Maintain Their Payouts in an Economic Downturn

By Mark R. Hake, CFA Apr 30, 2022

6 dividend stocks that will keep their dividends in an economic downturn. These 6 dividend stocks have consistently raised their dividends over the past 10 years and a recession won't slow that down.