Diversification is crucial for a stable, growing dividend portfolio, but overweighting high-conviction sectors can boost long-term total returns and income growth. We detail two of our highest-conviction high-yield sectors of the moment. We also share some of our top picks in these sectors.
I love investing in dividend stocks. However, I have to be honest about the headwinds facing them right now. I share three reasons to avoid dividend stocks in H2 2025.
Momentum investing is tempting, but value investing in overlooked sectors offers superior long-term returns if you remain disciplined and patient. We share why we think the market may be about to get turned upside down. We also share some of our top picks of the moment.
I discuss the keys to building a successful high-yield dividend growth portfolio. I share the key sectors to include. I also share some of the best funds and individual stocks for building a portfolio that yields over 7% and generates inflation-beating dividend growth.
Building a low-stress retirement income stream requires a diversified portfolio of durable, defensive, and dividend-growing stocks or funds. I share two approaches to achieving a low-stress dividend growth portfolio that yields 5-9%. I detail which of the two approaches is my favorite, as well as some of my top big dividend growth picks for retirees right now.
Many investors are aware of the dangers of chasing returns. Buying a stock or ETF based purely on raw momentum could lead to quick losses once the direction inevitably turns a corner.
Living on dividend income is a great way to retire. However, maintaining a proper balance between yield and growth, as well as sufficient sector diversification, is essential. I share three big dividend income machines that can help create a complete dividend income portfolio.
Retiring on passive income from high-yield stocks reduces sequence of returns risk and provides reliable, inflation-beating income for retirement. I share my three top picks for retiring with high-yield stocks. I also share some honorable mentions.
AMLP offers high-yield exposure to America's energy infrastructure, benefiting from surging energy demand driven by AI and data center expansion. Midstream MLPs in AMLP are insulated from commodity price swings via fee-based contracts, ensuring stable cash flows and attractive dividend growth. Major holdings like ET and EPD are expanding capacity to meet rising demand, supporting long-term capital appreciation and increasing distributions.
Infrastructure investing offers durable cash flows and strong dividend growth potential, making it attractive amid rising institutional interest and AI-driven capital spending. However, there are major macro risks hanging over the sector. We discuss how we are selecting infrastructure stocks to mitigate this risk.
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Israel has attacked Iran to prevent it from getting a nuclear weapon. This has caused markets to experience considerable turmoil. I share 2 big dividend stocks set to soar in response.