Since 1926, dividends have made up about 32% of total S&P 500 returns, highlighting their importance alongside capital appreciation. Amid market volatility influenced by factors like the DeepSink AI sell-offs and tariffs, cautious investors are turning to reliable assets. A recent study indicates that dividend stocks returned an annualized rate of 9.18% over 50 years, compared to 3.95% for non-dividend stocks. Companies that continually raise dividends, known as Dividend Kings, are especially attractive for passive income investors, ensuring consistent returns and reliability.
The Dividend Kings are the 54 companies in 2025 that have raised their dividends for 50 years, showcasing dependability and reliability for passive income investors.
A study found that dividend stocks delivered an annualized return of 9.18% over the past half-century, more than double the return for non-paying stocks.
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