Thanks to the reality TV program Doomsday Preppers and notorious conspiracy theorists like Alex Jones, the concept surrounding consumer staples stocks aligned with the principles of a prepper portfolio may arouse chuckles, if not ridicule. I get it. The whole idea of prepping has been characterized under the framework of buffoonery. Of course, that might …
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The U.S. stock market saw a rise in dividend payouts during the year’s third quarter, according to an analysis by S&P Dow Jones Indices. The Q3 increase in dividend payments comes after a decline seen in this year’s second quarter and was led by a $2.1 billion increase to the dividend paid by tech giant …
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Bank stocks are down badly this year. Borrowing costs are sky-high, cutting into net interest income. Likewise, higher yields are pushing “old bond” values down and increasing internal credit risk. These and more factors mean we’re seeing bank collapses outpacing anything since 2008. The broad banking sector faces these repercussions. The SPDR S&P Bank ETF …
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Source: Golden Dayz / Shutterstock.com In the ever-evolving financial landscape, 2023 has marked a triumphant return for tech stocks. Bouncing back from notable downturns last year, these stocks are now outpacing the broader market. Even as economic momentum slows, investors are flocking to industries flashing long-term growth potential. Moreover, while the allure of innovation tempts …
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Business development companies, or BDCs, typically have high dividend yields, as they are required to distribute nearly 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. As a result, dividend yields in the sector are usually above …
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Dividend ETFs are enjoying their moment in the sun this year despite a down economy. Dividend stocks, in general, are one of the few ways to fight inflation. One report indicates that, in some historical cases, dividends offset massive stock losses to leave investors effectively flat (compared to wide market losses). At the same time, …
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For conservative investors, including those in and nearing retirement, highly reliable dividend stocks with a growth component are an excellent tool. That’s because these equities produce regular income and are likely to generate significant returns for investors through increases in their stock prices. They make for excellent top dividend stock picks. Investors can use the …
I read a recent Barron’s article about some of the reasons high-yielding dividend stocks could rebound. Barron’s noted BMO Chief Investment Strategist Brian Belski comments that there’s been indiscriminate selling of high-yield dividend stocks by investors. The reason? You can get guaranteed returns of nearly 5% from 10-year Treasuries. The strategist pointed out that only …
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In the current economic landscape, inflation continues to play spoilsport. Prices have surged noticeably compared to past years. To combat this, savvy investors are pivoting to dividend stocks as a hedge against inflation, ensuring financial stability. With last year’s price surge still echoing, investors need a well thought-out game plan. However, there’s a silver lining. …
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Source: iQoncept/shutterstock.com When buying long-term dividend stocks, I would primarily look at three important factors. First, the amount of dividend payout and the dividend yield the blue-chip stock is delivering. Further, the visibility for capital gains to estimate the total returns from the stock in the long term. I would also look at the company’s …
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