Since 1926, dividends have contributed approximately 32% of the total return for the S&P 500, while capital appreciation has contributed 68%. Therefore, sustainable dividend income and capital appreciation potential are essential for total return expectations.
A study from the Hartford Funds, in collaboration with Ned Davis Research, found that dividend stocks delivered an annualized return of 9.18% over the past half-century (1973-2023), which was more than double the annualized return for non-payers.
We decided to look through the 30 stocks that make up the DJIA for blue chip sector giants that are trading at reasonable metrics, offer dependable and outsized dividends, and have solid total return potential.
Dividend stocks provide investors with reliable streams of passive income, characterized by its ability to generate revenue without requiring the earner's continuous active effort, making it a desirable financial strategy.
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