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Blue Chip Stocks

Compare the best blue chip stocks to buy today.

Blue chip stocks are shares of large, nationally recognized companies known for their financial stability, reliable growth, and consistent dividends. These stocks represent industry-leading firms with a long history of performance, making them a favored choice for investors seeking lower risk and steady returns.

This list includes the most reputable blue chip stocks across diverse sectors. View each stock's current price, PE ratio, volume, and recent performance indicators.

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CompanyCurrent PricePE RatioMarket CapVolumeAverage VolumeIndicator(s)
Alcoa Co. stock logo
AA
Alcoa
$45.74
+0.3%
N/A$11.78 billion3.85 million5.85 millionAnalyst Revision
AbbVie Inc. stock logo
ABBV
AbbVie
$167.74
+0.7%
58.24$296.42 billion7.13 million5.49 millionAnalyst Forecast
Positive News
American Express stock logo
AXP
American Express
$287.65
+0.7%
21.17$202.64 billion2.39 million2.90 millionPositive News
The Boeing Company stock logo
BA
Boeing
$146.11
+0.4%
N/A$90.33 billion9.23 million9.18 millionAnalyst Revision
Bank of America Co. stock logo
BAC
Bank of America
$46.06
-0.8%
16.75$353.41 billion28.02 million38.60 millionShort Interest ↑
Analyst Revision
Positive News
Citigroup Inc. stock logo
C
Citigroup
$68.28
-0.5%
19.79$129.14 billion10.46 million14.43 million
Caterpillar Inc. stock logo
CAT
Caterpillar
$381.44
-0.2%
17.68$184.16 billion1.86 million2.60 millionShort Interest ↓
Analyst Revision
The Cigna Group stock logo
CI
The Cigna Group
$323.36
+0.3%
30.51$89.94 billion1.53 million1.54 millionPositive News
Chevron Co. stock logo
CVX
Chevron
$161.30
+1.1%
17.73$289.87 billion6.39 million7.65 millionInsider Trade
News Coverage
Positive News
DuPont de Nemours, Inc. stock logo
DD
DuPont de Nemours
$81.85
+0.6%
43.08$34.21 billion1.42 million2.48 millionPositive News
The Walt Disney Company stock logo
DIS
Walt Disney
$114.27
+1.6%
42.17$206.94 billion9.32 million11.02 millionAnalyst Forecast
Analyst Revision
General Electric stock logo
GE
General Electric
$177.98
+0.2%
31.28$192.63 billion3.23 million6.20 millionInsider Trade
Positive News
General Motors stock logo
GM
General Motors
$54.88
-0.4%
5.85$60.35 billion12.18 million14.88 millionInsider Trade
Short Interest ↓
The Home Depot, Inc. stock logo
HD
Home Depot
$399.98
-1.7%
27.17$397.30 billion4.73 million3.39 millionDividend Announcement
Insider Trade
Short Interest ↓
Positive News
HP Inc. stock logo
HPQ
HP
$36.70
-0.5%
12.88$35.53 billion4.93 million7.73 millionUpcoming Earnings
Analyst Forecast
News Coverage
Positive News
International Business Machines Co. stock logo
IBM
International Business Machines
$214.61
+2.1%
31.24$198.44 billion4.56 million4.23 millionAnalyst Downgrade
Short Interest ↓
Analyst Revision
Positive News
Johnson & Johnson stock logo
JNJ
Johnson & Johnson
$153.10
+0.1%
22.16$368.59 billion9.06 million7.03 millionNews Coverage
Positive News
JPMorgan Chase & Co. stock logo
JPM
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
$240.78
-1.0%
13.40$677.88 billion8.28 million9.10 millionAnalyst Forecast
Short Interest ↓
Positive News
The Coca-Cola Company stock logo
KO
Coca-Cola
$63.01
+0.7%
26.04$271.43 billion18.90 million13.41 millionPositive News
McDonald's Co. stock logo
MCD
McDonald's
$290.89
+0.1%
25.54$208.46 billion2.52 million3.50 million
3M stock logo
MMM
3M
$127.83
-0.3%
16.14$69.61 billion1.70 million4.81 millionPositive News
Merck & Co., Inc. stock logo
MRK
Merck & Co., Inc.
$97.43
+0.9%
20.43$246.46 billion12.14 million8.97 millionDividend Increase
News Coverage
Positive News
Pfizer Inc. stock logo
PFE
Pfizer
$24.95
-0.6%
33.71$141.36 billion46.02 million38.44 millionAnalyst Downgrade
Analyst Revision
News Coverage
The Procter & Gamble Company stock logo
PG
Procter & Gamble
$170.92
+0.1%
29.47$402.52 billion7.08 million6.67 millionUpcoming Earnings
Analyst Forecast
News Coverage
Positive News
AT&T Inc. stock logo
T
AT&T
$22.83
+0.4%
18.56$163.81 billion20.42 million35.40 million
Verizon Communications Inc. stock logo
VZ
Verizon Communications
$42.22
+0.7%
18.20$177.73 billion14.70 million18.54 millionPositive News
Walmart Inc. stock logo
WMT
Walmart
$87.18
+0.7%
45.33$700.77 billion17.35 million16.84 millionEarnings Report
Analyst Forecast
News Coverage
Exxon Mobil Co. stock logo
XOM
Exxon Mobil
$120.35
+1.4%
14.99$528.95 billion11.35 million16.28 millionAnalyst Forecast
News Coverage
Positive News

Learn More about Investing in Blue Chip Stocks

For those looking to deepen their understanding of blue chip stocks and how to incorporate them into their investment strategies, here are several informative resources:

Frequently Asked Questions About Blue Chip Stocks

Blue chip stocks are shares in large, well-established companies with a history of reliable financial performance. These companies are often market leaders or major players in their industries and are known for their stability, profitability, and regular dividend payments.

Investing in blue chip stocks is often seen as a safer investment strategy, particularly suitable for conservative, long-term investors. These stocks offer the potential for steady growth and are less volatile during market downturns. Additionally, they often provide regular dividends, which can be attractive to income-seeking investors.

Blue chip stocks typically fare better during economic downturns than their smaller counterparts due to their robust financials and established market presence, which can help cushion them against severe downturns. However, no stock is immune to risk, and all stocks can be impacted by market fluctuations. 

Yes, blue chip stocks are commonly included in retirement portfolios due to their lower risk profile and stability. They can provide long-term growth and regular income through dividends, making them a solid foundation for a retirement investment strategy.

Investing in blue chips starts with researching and selecting companies that have strong financial fundamentals and performance history. You can buy blue chip stocks directly through brokerage accounts or access a variety of blue chip companies through a blue chip-focused mutual fund or exchange-traded fund.


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