These Dividend Stocks Pay More Than 10-Year Treasury Bonds

"By selecting high-quality stocks that pay more than 4% per year in dividends, you can cultivate income streams to potentially last for years. That way, you won't have to settle for less wealth than you deserve."

"Prudential Financial stock is up 14% over the past five years, so there doesn't appear to be any immediate danger. The company's net income attributable to Prudential Financial grew from $2.727 billion in 2024 to $3.576 billion in 2025. The company offers a 5.5% annual dividend yield, which easily beats 10-year Treasury bonds."

Government bonds offer steady income but may underperform compared to dividend-paying stocks. With 10-year U.S. Treasury bonds yielding around 4% annually, investors can potentially achieve better returns through carefully selected high-quality dividend stocks. Prudential Financial exemplifies this approach, offering a 5.5% annual dividend yield while demonstrating solid fundamentals, including net income growth from $2.727 billion in 2024 to $3.576 billion in 2025, and 14% share-price appreciation over five years. Altria represents another bond-beating option, combining dividend yield with stability. By selecting stocks that exceed Treasury bond yields, investors can build sustainable income streams while capturing capital appreciation opportunities.

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