Dividend yield is a very important metric that should be taken into account when picking a stock. Stocks that pay dividends usually outperform their non-dividend paying peers over the long run and usually have lower volatility than the broader market. Moreover, the dividend is a sign that a company is financially healthy, has a steady cash flow and the management is committed to return capital to shareholders, so the stock is likely to enjoy growth over the long run, while investors also get...
