Last year I introduced the Stock Ideas list and it has proven to be immensely popular. The list consists of Dividend Aristocrats, US Broad Dividend Achievers and U.S. Dividend Champions. Duplications in the above lists are eliminated and stocks are crossed out when I learn that they have either cut their dividend or fail to raise it. Here are some highlights on this year’s changes:
Wed. Feb. 24, 2010
commentary
The 2010 Dividend Stock Ideas List *
Wed. Dec. 16, 2009
classics, commentary
The 2010 Dividend Aristocrats *
The S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats is the most prestigious list of dividend stocks. The Dividend Aristocrats index is designed to measure the performance of S&P 500 constituents that have followed a policy of consistently increasing dividends every year for at least 25 consecutive years. This index is a member of the S&P Dividend Aristocrats index series.
Fri. Sep. 11, 2009
commentary
The Dividend Freeze *
As summer turns to fall and the heat begins to moderate, winter and its freezing temperatures are just around the corner. However, some companies have been frozen in place for the last year; more specifically, their dividends have been frozen at the same rate for more than a year.
Tue. Oct. 21, 2008
analysis
Buying Stocks On The Rebound: Four To Consider *
The current financial downturn has caused consternation for many investors. However, it does have a good side – it has provided access to stocks that have been overvalued for some time. Below are several stocks that I previously rated weak or avoid (0-3 Stars), but are now in the buy zone based on their current share price (as of 10/20/2008 close):
23 Dividend Stocks Paying More Cash *
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