"S&P companies that have raised their dividends for shareholders for over 25 years are the kind of investments that passive income investors need to own. Dependability is crucial for individuals seeking to increase their annual income through dividend stock investments. The Dividend Aristocrats comprise 69 companies that have increased their dividends for at least 25 consecutive years, a testament to their dependability and reliability. Those are two "must-have" items for investors who rely on passive income to boost their overall revenue."
"Investors seeking defensive companies that pay substantial dividends are drawn to the Dividend Aristocrats, and with good reason. The 69 companies that made the cut for the 2025 S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats list have increased their dividends (not just maintained the same level) for 25 consecutive years. But the requirements go even further, with the following attributes also mandatory for membership on the aristocrats list:"
Sixty-nine S&P 500 companies have consistently increased dividends for at least 25 consecutive years, qualifying them as Dividend Aristocrats. Membership requires a market capitalization of at least $3 billion at each quarterly rebalancing, an average daily trading volume of at least $5 million over the trailing three months at each rebalancing date, and S&P 500 inclusion. These companies appeal to passive income investors seeking defensive, income-generating holdings. Several of the highest-yielding Aristocrats are recommended as buy-and-hold investments for income-focused investors, and some are Buy-rated by major Wall Street firms.
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