Dividends
Big Banks Raise Dividends and Buybacks After Fed’s Stress Test
As their balance sheets continue to improve, big banks such as Morgan Stanley and Bank of America are raising dividends and increasing share buybacks. Read more
A 12% Dividend Yield Disguised as a 6% Dividend Yield
Here we have a case of 12% dividend yield disguised as a 6% dividend yield. Learn how you can collect on this overlooked income opportunity. Read more
3 Best Health-Care Dividend Stocks Money Can Buy
These robust health-care dividend stocks will continue growing as baby boomers increase in number and need greater services. Read more
Top 5 Dividend Increases For July
As summer gets into full swing, we have found five stocks willing pay you more this month. So don’t get caught snoozing when these dividend increases start rolling in. Read more
The Best Investment to Meet Your Long-Term Income Needs
Interest income offered by low-risk bonds is paltry at best these days. But there remains a long-term income stalwart that continues to deliver. Read more
Altria Stock: Bearish Signal Should Provide Buying Opportunity
Given the uncertainty ahead with interest rates, elections and referendums, a boring but steady stock sounds good. Altria stock fits the bill. Read more
An Obscure Conglomerate Pays 4 Times Its Stated Dividend
Yahoo Finance says the dividend yield of this unusual conglomerate is 1.1%. I know better. The yield is really 5.6%. Read more
3 Oil Dividend Stocks With Reliable Payouts
These three oil dividend stocks have distinct operating advantages that helped them maintain impressive dividends even as oil prices collapsed. Read more
Two 30% Special Dividends: Do You Know Which One to Buy?
Not every special dividend is a trading opportunity. This fact came to light last week when two disparate companies announced 30% special dividends. Read more