12 Best Dividend Paying Stocks to Buy Now

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9. Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 82

Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA), one of the biggest names in internet and cable, continues to navigate a challenging industry. On one hand, it faces stiff competition in broadband services, while on the other, its traditional cable business has been pressured as more consumers shift to streaming and cut the cord. These headwinds have weighed on its stock, which has fallen nearly 16% in 2025.

That said, Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA) still holds a dominant position, running Xfinity, the largest pay-TV and home internet provider in the US, and Sky, the biggest pay-TV operator in Europe. Its portfolio also includes several broadcast and cable channels, as well as live-action and animated film studios.

Beyond that, Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA) runs the Peacock streaming platform and Comcast Spectacor, a sports entertainment company with a strong presence in Philadelphia. It also oversees four Universal Studios theme parks across the globe, adding another layer of diversification to its business.

Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:CMCSA) is one of the best dividend paying stocks to buy, as the company has raised its payouts for 21 consecutive years. It offers a quarterly dividend of $0.33 per share and has a dividend yield of 4.18%, as of September 19.

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