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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

3 Dividend Stocks Cashing in on the Housing Boom

Now may be the time to get into housing stocks as the red-hot sector continues to surge. And these three picks also pay dividends!

3 Pet Stocks for Growth and Dividends

These three pet stocks will help investors cash in on dividends amidst the growing pet care sector. Here's what you need to know.

10 Top Dividend Stocks You Can Buy for Under $10

Although several investments have soared due to wild speculation, there are still cheap names to buy among top dividend stocks.

Now That Nokia Is Free Cash Flow Positive, Prospects for a Dividend Are High

The possibility of a Nokia dividend is now high. NOK stock could potentially pay 32.3 cents down the line, implying it could rise 29%.

Hold Merck for Its Solid Dividend and Covid-19 Treatment Prospects

MRK stock might not be an obvious "vaccine stock," but Merck's commitment to combating Covid-19 is commendable and potentially profitable.

7 Dividend Stocks Offering Juicy Yields and Short-Squeeze Potential

Shares don't always rise, but dividend income is as steady as it gets. These dividend stocks are great long-term, despite recent weaknesses.

3 Dividend-Paying Titans Set to Outperform the Market

Verizon, CVS, and Petrobras are high-quality stocks, with attractive dividend yields. They're set to recover and outperform the market.

3 Dividend Kings to Bank on

These financial stocks are dividend kings, which means they have a strong history – and likely a strong future – of raising their payouts.

Pfizer Is Still One of the Healthcare Sector’s Best Dividend Yielders

Long-term PFE stock holders might be wary of dividend-cut talk, but a recent announcement should clear up any confusion on the matter.

3 Dividend Stocks to Sell That Look Ripe For A Rate Cut

Dividend stocks are a great way of generating income, but these investments become much less attractive when an dividend cut looks not only probable, but imminent.

There’s Plenty of Time To Buy AT&T Stock Before the Restructuring

The AT&T bottom line: there are much better dividend or media plays out there. But, if you're still like what you see with the T stock restructuring, take your time before buying.

Pfizer Stock Still Has Good Upside, Especially If the Dividend Yield Falls

Pfizer still has good upside, especially if the dividend yield falls. PFE stock could be worth $53.33 given a dividend increase, a 3.0% dividend yield and return to buybacks.

AT&T Is Still a Buy After Merger News

Once the merger is completed, T stock can focus on its core business while dealing with less debt on its balance sheet.

8 REITs to Consider for Steady Income in Your Portfolio

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) can offer investors the chance to get into the real estate market without buying property.

9 High-Yield Stocks With Little Risk of a Dividend Cut

So, which dividend stocks with relatively-safe high-yields should you consider? These nine remain relatively-safe income plays.

3 High-Yield MLPs That Are Not in the Energy Sector

You may think MLPs are synonymous with the energy sector, but there are options even if you want to avoid oil. Here are 3 great choices.

Why Income Investors Should Consider BDCs

Sure, the dividend yields that BDCs offer are often worth the price of admission. But you'll find more to like about them.

The Exxon Mobil Board Vote Shows a Sea Change in Energy Stocks

Institutional investors demand better climate practices and higher dividends from Exxon Mobil, reflecting changes seen across energy stocks.

4 Dividend Stocks to Buy as Uncertainty Looms

Dividend stocks are a great source of passive income for investors in good times and bad. Here are some gems waiting to be discovered.