Nov 12, 2024
The financial sector is a strong source of dividend stocks. Many banks have maintained long histories of paying dividends to shareholders, and raising their dividends on an annual basis.
Nov 7, 2024
The price of crude oil is down about 2% in the United States year-to-date, with WTI crude now at $70 per barrel. At the same time, the Federal Reserve just cut its benchmark interest rate by 0.75 percentage points, which could boost commodity prices going forward.
Oct 25, 2024
Defense stocks have historically outperformed the broad market during times of global conflict.
Oct 18, 2024
For investors looking for income, Real Estate Investment Trusts are often an excellent source of potential investments. Mortgage REITs are a unique segment among the REIT universe, and many have extremely high yields.
Oct 15, 2024
Income investors looking for quality businesses for long-term dividend growth should consider insurance stocks. Insurance companies have an attractive business model.
Oct 7, 2024
For investors looking for income, Real Estate Investment Trusts are often an excellent source of potential investments. Mortgage REITs are a unique segment among the REIT universe, and many have extremely high yields.
Sep 30, 2024
Mega-cap stocks are defined as stocks with market capitalizations above $200 billion. As a result, there are certain advantages to buying mega-caps, such as the relative safety that comes with investing in the world's largest businesses.
Sep 20, 2024
The S&P 500 Index has an average dividend yield below 1.5% right now. This makes it hard for income investors to find high dividend yields in the stock market. However, Master Limited Partnerships remain attractive for income.