Agnico Eagle Mines Limited, a top gold producer, has paid dividends for 40 years and reported strong Q1 2025 financials with stable costs and robust income. The company's quarterly net income surged to $815 million, with a $0.40 per share dividend, and it continues to repurchase shares, enhancing shareholder value. Despite potential market risks, AEM's solid financial position and consistent performance make it my top gold mining stock, rated as a "Strong Buy."
Kite Realty Group is a fundamentally solid shopping center REIT with a high-quality, grocery-anchored retail portfolio concentrated in fast-growing Sunbelt markets. KRG has delivered strong leasing performance, record-high ABR per square foot, and maintains a strong balance sheet with low leverage and ample liquidity. KRG's 5.1% dividend yield is well-covered, and the stock trades at a discount to its historical valuation, offering attractive total return potential.
Dividend stocks have proved themselves excellent at allowing investors to grow tremendous wealth over time, while providing a buffer against market corrections.
Liberty Star Uranium & Metals Corp. (OTCQB:LBSR) (dba Liberty Star Minerals) earlier this week shared an update on its strategic push to secure government backing for its critical minerals exploration activities in the United States. Chairman Pete O'Heeron told Proactive that he recently visited Washington, D.C.
Liberty Star Uranium & Metals Corp. (OTCQB:LBSR) (dba Liberty Star Minerals) chairman Pete O'Heeron met with members of Congress in Washington, DC this week to urge more US government support for exploring and developing critical minerals. O'Heeron spoke with staff from Texas Senators John Cornyn and Ted Cruz, along with Representatives Brian Babin and Paul Gosar, to highlight how important minerals like copper, lithium, and rare earth elements are for national security, energy independence, and new technology.
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I maintain a buy rating on Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK), but lower the price target due to global growth risks and weaker 2025 ton-miles growth. SBLK's Q4 non-GAAP EPS of $0.34 missed estimates, despite a 17% revenue increase; dividend policy changes and elevated net debt are concerns. SBLK's 13 debt-free vessels and synergies from the Eagle Bulk acquisition offer optimism, but EPS projections and market volatility remain challenges.
Many international markets are delivering equity performances outpacing those offered by the U.S. And in more good news for investors, dividend stocks are contributing to that trend. Have a look at the ALPS International Sector Dividend Dogs ETF (IDOG).
Star Bulk Carriers Corp. specializes in global dry bulk shipping with a fleet of 155 vessels, offering a diverse range of cargo capacities. The company faces earnings volatility tied to global economic conditions and tariffs, with a significant earnings drop in 2023 but a projected recovery by 2027. The new dividend policy allocates 60% of cash flow to dividends and 40% to share buybacks, aiming for a more balanced approach.
Wheaton Precious Metals achieved record revenue, adjusted net earnings, and operating cash flow in 2024, driven by a diversified portfolio and outperformances at Salobo and Constancia. The company added four new streams, projecting a 40% increase in annual production to 870,000 GEOs over the next five years, signaling strong future growth. Financially robust with $818 million in cash, no debt, and a $2 billion credit facility, Wheaton is well-positioned for further deals and potential acquisitions.
Liberty Star (OTCQB:LBSR) has announced changes to its leadership team as it advances its Red Rock Canyon and Hay Mountain projects in Arizona. The company has appointed Steve Rivera, to oversee geological management for these exploration projects.
On Holding AG ONON shares traded higher on Wednesday. Multiple firms raised their respective price forecasts for the stock.