10 Things Every Dividend Investor Should Know

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5. Dividend Stocks are a Valuable Source of Income for Investors:

Dividend-paying stocks provide regular dividend payments to shareholders, which can provide a steady stream of income. Additionally, dividend payments can potentially increase over time as the company grows and profits increase. Over the years, dividends have contributed significantly to an individual’s personal income. According to a report by S&P Dow Jones Indices and the Bureau of Economic Analysis, dividends as a source of personal income stood at 8.5% in the fourth quarter of 2022, compared with 3.2% in the first quarter of 1980.

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