3 Smart Dividend Stocks to Buy
Although the market has been driven higher by growth stocks in recent years, history suggests that dividends are a key driver of long-term stock returns.
In addition to providing a steady flow of income, dividends can bolster total returns and even provide investors with some protection against market downturns.
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Read MoreIs Buffett Going All in on His Favorite Stock?
In 2022, Warren Buffett has been all over the headlines. Whether it’s Apple, Occidental Petroleum, or Chevron, the Oracle of Omaha has added millions of shares to his portfolio, which is now worth over $300 billion.
This year’s bear market decline has allowed Buffett to buy shares at a significant discount,
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Read MoreIs This the Safest Stock to Buy Today?
According to one study, when markets fell by 21%, retail portfolios were down by 32%. It’s been a devastating year for ordinary investors, which means “safe stocks” are back in vogue.
This desire for safer stocks is especially apparent among those who have seen firsthand that the “next big thing” can decline in price as quickly as it rises –
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Read MoreDisney’s 100 Year Plan = Monster Returns?
Theme parks are open, cruises are sailing, movie theaters are back in business, and the COVID-19 pandemic is seemingly in the rearview mirror. So, is now the perfect time to buy the battered Disney stock (DIS)?
Walt Disney is one of the most recognizable names in the entertainment industry,
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Read MoreHow High Can eBay Go?
The e-commerce sector is enjoying an unprecedented rise. Customers appreciate the convenience that online retail provides, lending popularity to the sector. This is why global e-commerce revenue is projected to show an annual growth rate of 9.5% to a projected market volume of $6.48 trillion by 2029.
While the sector expands,
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Alphabet’s $32 Billion Bet: Smart Move or Costly Mistake?
Alphabet tripled its price per share over the past 5 years thanks to Google Search, which has the largest share of the search engine market, Android the largest mobile operating system in the world and YouTube the dominant video-sharing platform.
But now it sits at a crossroads, and the question for investors is has the time come to sell the Search giant?
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Ford’s Fat Dividend Yield Looks Tempting, What’s The Catch?
At first glance, Ford’s dividend might look like a smooth ride. The company is handing out $0.75 annually and has sweetened the pot with special payouts in recent years. These bonuses are part of Ford’s plan to return 40% to 50% of its adjusted free cash flow to shareholders.
But don’t let the recent payouts lull you into a false sense of security.
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