Analysts Love These Two Dividend Aristocrats but How Does the Smart Money Feel about Them?

Like analysts and hedge funds, we’re bullish on McDonald’s and Johnson & Johnson. The two companies have raised their yearly dividends by 25 consecutive years or more. They were profitable during the financial crisis and most likely will be profitable during the next recession. The two companies have deep moats, earn great returns on capital, and are shareholder friendly. Although McDonald’s is up just 5% year to date and Johnson & Johnson is down 10%, the two stocks are recommended for any long term investor.

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