These three dividend actions offer a stable income and a history of delivery through thick and thin.
You cannot time the market, but you can bank on a good dividend. Especially when the actions are swinging in volatile time, reliable income is a rare anchor.
Currently, I like the following three stocks of dividends because they are stable, well placed and proven in all the economic weather models that you can name. It is a trifecta with which you can rarely be wrong, that you invest $ 100, $ 1,000, $ 10,000 or $ 50,000.
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1. Coca-Cola
Few brands are as well known worldwide Coca-Cola (Ko 0.55%)). Its flagship soda is one of the most recognized products on the planet, and the company’s portfolio extends far beyond Colas (think of Dasani Water, Minute Maid Juice and Topo Chico Sparkling Water).
Although the Coca-Cola stock has outperformed the market until August 13 (compared to the S&P 500), the call for his stock has long been his dividend. Indeed, Coca-Cola increased his dividend for 63 consecutive years, which makes him a king of dividend. Today’s yield is just below 3%, with a payment ratio which gives way to regular increases. This means that investors get a reliable flow of income that is not linked to market oscillations.
The opposite winds? Fluctuations in currencies can bite the benefits and global health trends could put pressure on sales of sugary drinks over time. But Coca-Cola’s ability to adapt, whether through zero sugar drinks or premium hydration marks, the well-established maintenance in the “reliable” category.
2. Real estate income
When Real estate income (O 1.09%)) Is called “the monthly dividend society”, it is not bluffing. This real estate investment trust (REIT) paid dividends for 661 consecutive months, or around 55 years.
This type of assessment comes from a simple but effective business model: long -term net rental agreements with unique tenants in stable and non -discretionary industries. Think Down7-Eleven, and Chipotleamong others. Today, Realty Revenue has more than 15,600 commercial properties rented to more than 1,600 customers in 91 separate industries, carrying out a portfolio occupation of 98.5%.
Even when the economy cools, these tenants still pay rent and the structure of the Realty Revenue contract returns maintenance and insurance costs. This maintains predictable cash flows, which in turn supports the monthly dividend. The yield, currently around 5.6%, class as a higher dividend RPE.
High interest rates have weighed on the course of action, but it is more a short -term feeling than a problem with its fundamental principles. While borrowing costs are normalizing, real estate income should regain land, while providing monthly payments while you wait.
3. Johnson & Johnson
Like Coca-Cola, Johnson & Johnson (Jnj 1.13%)) is a King dividend, a company that has increased its annual dividend for at least 50 consecutive years. Johnson & Johnson has been doing it for 63 years, putting it firmly within this elite group.
Johnson & Johnson is a familiar name, and you have probably bought or used one of his products at some point in your life. Its operations cover two main areas: pharmaceutical products and medical devices. The pharmaceutical segment brings the largest share of income, anchored by successful drugs, while medical devices benefit from a regular demand for surgical and orthopedic products.
One of Johnson & Johnson’s strengths is that even in slowing down, people do not generally report essential treatments. Admittedly, there are risks of dispute (around Talc and opioids), so the company is not completely protected from volatility. But with a solid assessment and a payment ratio just over 50%, the dividend seems well supported and has room to grow from here.
It currently offers a dividend return of around 3%. It is not flashy, but it is stable enough to continue to pay yourself while you will hold the stock for the long term.
Three stocks of dividends built to last
Dividends do not concern income as much as they concern discipline. Coca-Cola, Realty Income and Johnson & Johnson have spent decades proving that they can reward shareholders with each cycle. This does not mean that stock prices will not fluctuate – they will do it – but these dividends did not shift easily. This is the kind of regular sole that makes it easier to hang on when the market feels anything but stable.
Steven Porrello has no position in the actions mentioned. The Motley Fool has positions and recommends the Mexican Grill chipotle and real estate income. The Motley Fool recommends companies Johnson & Johnson and Lowe and recommends the following options: Short September 2025 $ 60 calls the Mexican Grill chipotle. The Motley Fool has a policy of disclosure.
