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Should AbbVie Inc. Have a Place in Your Dividend Portfolio? 
August 25, 2022 11:05 PM ET

Should AbbVie Inc. Have a Place in Your Dividend Portfolio? 

Melissa Brock

Does AbbVie Inc. fit well into your portfolio? We'll take a look at several factors before you decide whether investing in shares makes sense for your needs.

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Technology Stocks Explained: Here's What to Know About Tech
August 25, 2022 11:00 PM ET

Technology Stocks Explained: Here's What to Know About Tech

Melissa Brock

What do you need to know about investing in technology stocks now and in the future? Let's take a look how to invest in these titans.

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Should Dividend Seekers Invest in the Kraft Heinz Company?
August 24, 2022 11:00 PM ET

Should Dividend Seekers Invest in the Kraft Heinz Company?

Melissa Brock

There's no question that households across America know about Kraft Heinz's brands. Is the company a good investment opportunity for you? Let's find out.

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Health Care Stocks Explained: Why You Might Want to Invest
August 18, 2022 11:00 PM ET

Health Care Stocks Explained: Why You Might Want to Invest

Melissa Brock

Why might you want to invest in health care stocks? Learn why health care stocks make a good investment, the performance of top health care stocks and more.

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Is General Dynamics a Good Dividend Stock? 
August 17, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Is General Dynamics a Good Dividend Stock? 

Melissa Brock

If you're thinking about purchasing General Dynamics (NYSE: GD) (or any of its competitors), read through this article for help deciding.

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Retail Stocks Investing, Explained
August 15, 2022 11:00 PM ET

Retail Stocks Investing, Explained

Melissa Brock

Think you might want to invest in retail stocks? Take a look at why you might want to invest in retail stocks and the performance of some top retail stocks.

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Is Verizon Communications a Good Dividend Stock for Inflation?
August 10, 2022 11:00 PM ET

Is Verizon Communications a Good Dividend Stock for Inflation?

Melissa Brock

Is Verizon Communications Inc. one of the best stocks to buy during these inflationary times? Let's take a look at the pros and cons.

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Is Church & Dwight Co. Inc. (NYSE: CHD) a Buy for Dividend Investors? 
August 4, 2022 11:00 PM ET

Is Church & Dwight Co. Inc. (NYSE: CHD) a Buy for Dividend Investors? 

Melissa Brock

What do baking soda, hair removal cream and condoms have in common? Now that we've got your attention, let's walk through whether you should invest in Church & Dwight Co. Inc., manufacturer of all of these goods — and more.

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Is McDonalds a Top Dividend Stock for Volatile Markets
August 2, 2022 11:00 PM ET

Is McDonald's a Top Dividend Stock for Volatile Markets

Melissa Brock

Let's take a closer look at McDonald's Stock as an investment, why you should consider investing in McDonald's (and why you might not want to invest in the fast food giant). 

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Is Atmos Energy Corporation Worth a Glance for Dividend-Hungry Investors?
July 31, 2022 11:00 PM ET

Is Atmos Energy Corporation Worth a Glance for Dividend-Hungry Investors?

Melissa Brock

Utilities stocks may not make your fingers tingle or your feet fizzle, but the right dividend utility stock may thrill you. Let's take a look at Atmos and determine whether it deserves a place in your portfolio.

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Is Procter & Gamble One of the Best Dividend Stocks of All Time?
July 28, 2022 11:00 PM ET

Is Procter & Gamble One of the Best Dividend Stocks of All Time?

Melissa Brock

Is Procter & Gamble really one of the best dividend stocks of all time? Let's unfurl all the evidence in favor for this Dividend King.

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Is Kinder Morgan Inc. a Good Dividend Investment?
July 26, 2022 11:00 PM ET

Is Kinder Morgan Inc. a Good Dividend Investment?

Melissa Brock

Think you may want to purchase Kinder Morgan Inc.? Let's take a look at the stock and its potential upsides and downsides before you invest.

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Is Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE: IR) Worth Investing in for the Long Term?
July 25, 2022 11:00 PM ET

Is Ingersoll Rand Inc. Worth Investing in for the Long Term?

Melissa Brock

Think Ingersoll Rand deserves a spot in your portfolio? Let's take a look at the reasons why you might want to invest in the company for the long term.

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Is the Dividend Stock Nucor Corporation Worth Buying?
July 22, 2022 9:00 AM ET

Is the Dividend Stock Nucor Corporation Worth Buying?

Melissa Brock

Ready to try your hand at steel stocks? Look no further than Nucor — or should you? Let's take a look.

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How to Buy Abbott Laboratories (NYSE: ABT) Dividend Stock 
July 21, 2022 11:00 AM ET

How to Buy Abbott Laboratories Dividend Stock 

Melissa Brock

Abbott Laboratories might make a great stock for your portfolio. Let's take a look at why you may want to purchase this dividend high-flyer.

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Should Investors Buy ONEOK Inc. (NYSE: OKE) for Dividend Growth?
July 20, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Should Investors Buy ONEOK Inc. for Dividend Growth?

Melissa Brock

Should you buy ONEOK Inc. (NYSE: OKE) for dividend growth? Let's find out.

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Is Deere & Company a Sure Bet for Dividend Investors?
July 19, 2022 11:00 PM ET

Is Deere & Company a Sure Bet for Dividend Investors?

Melissa Brock

Think Deere & Company speaks to you as an investor? Check out all the reasons why you may want to park some money in Deere and Company stock and why you might want to invest your money elsewhere.

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Is Citigroup Inc. Your Next Dividend Buy? 
July 19, 2022 4:05 AM ET

Is Citigroup Inc. Your Next Dividend Buy ?

Melissa Brock

Citigroup (NYSE: C) has a lot of skeletons in its closet. Despite the history of bad behavior, is it still a good stock to purchase?

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Should You Plump Your Portfolio with Lumen Technologies Inc. (NYSE: LUMN) or Steer Clear Altogether?
July 14, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Should You Plump Your Portfolio with Lumen Technologies Inc. (NYSE: LUMN) or Steer Clear Altogether?

Melissa Brock

It's not always clear whether you should invest in a high-dividend payer. Learn more about Lumen Technologies Inc. and the pros and cons of investing in this dividend stock.

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As Dividend Stock Chevron Comes Down from its Highs, Should You Still Buy?
July 13, 2022 10:00 AM ET

As Dividend Stock Chevron Comes Down from its Highs, Should You Still Buy?

Melissa Brock

Think Chevron (NYSE: CVX) makes sense as a stock pick, despite ongoing volatility in the industry? Let's take a look.

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Is Merck & Co. Inc. (NYSE: MRK) a Great Long-Term Dividend Pick? 
July 12, 2022 11:00 AM ET

Is Merck & Co. Inc. (NYSE: MRK) a Great Long-Term Dividend Pick? 

Melissa Brock

Headquartered in Kenilworth, New Jersey, Merck & Co. Inc. (NYSE: MRK) operates as a health care company that expands its reach worldwide.

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Is Altria (NYSE: MO) Still a Good Dividend Stock Buy?
July 11, 2022 10:00 AM ET

Is Altria (NYSE: MO) Still a Good Dividend Stock Buy?

Melissa Brock

In light of recent news, should you steer clear of Altria Group Inc. (NYSE: MO)? Let's take a quick look at what's happening. The federal government has made plans to slash nicotine levels and enforce a maximum nicotine level in cigarettes and other combusted tobacco products in order to curb addiction.

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Looking to Dump These 3 Possible Delisted Chinese Stocks? Lets Take a Look.
July 6, 2022 1:00 AM ET

Looking to Dump These 3 Possible Delisted Chinese Stocks? Let's Take a Look.

Melissa Brock

Is it worth investing in certain Chinese companies on the chopping block from the SEC? Let's find out.

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10 Dividend Stocks to Hold Forever
July 1, 2022 11:00 AM ET

10 Dividend Stocks to Hold Forever

Melissa Brock

Dividend stocks to hold forever: Which ones make the most sense for your portfolio? Let's take a look at dividend stocks you may want to stay with for the rest of your life.

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