10 Best Dividend Monarchs to Invest in Now

4. The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 79

An American multinational consumer goods company, The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) ranks fourth on our list of the best Dividend Monarchs. The company continues to stand out as a reliable consumer goods company, offering essential products that remain in demand regardless of the economic climate. As the parent company behind widely recognized brands like Pampers, Tide, Downy, Charmin, Gillette, Old Spice, and Febreze, P&G benefits from a resilient business model built on household staples.

In the second quarter of fiscal 2025, The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) reported $21.9 billion in revenue, up 2% from the previous year and beating analyst forecasts by over $291 million. Organic sales, which strip out currency effects and impacts from acquisitions or divestitures, rose by 3%, fueled by a 2% increase in product volume. Pricing remained unchanged, highlighting the importance of volume growth as a long-term revenue driver. The baby, feminine, and family care segment delivered especially strong results, with organic sales and volume both climbing 4%.

The Procter & Gamble Company (NYSE:PG) declared a 5% hike in its quarterly dividend to $1.0568 per share. This marked the company’s 69th consecutive year of dividend growth. Backed by solid financials, it generated $4.8 billion in operating cash flow during the quarter, achieving an 84% free cash flow productivity rate. The company returned $2.4 billion to shareholders via dividends, reinforcing its position as one of the top picks for long-term investments. As of April 15, the stock has a dividend yield of 2.51%.