Stock Spotlights

In-depth dividend analysis of individual stocks and sectors.

SCHD ETF: Complete Dividend Analysis

In-depth analysis of the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD).

12 min

Realty Income (O): Monthly Dividend Analysis

Deep dive into Realty Income's monthly dividend, growth, and safety.

10 min

Coca-Cola (KO) Dividend: 60+ Years of Increases

Analysis of Coca-Cola's legendary dividend history and future outlook.

9 min

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Dividend Analysis

Complete dividend analysis of Johnson & Johnson, a Dividend King.

9 min

Apple (AAPL) Dividend: History, Yield & Growth Analysis

Analysis of Apple's dividend since 2012, low yield, massive buybacks, and total shareholder return.

10 min

AT&T (T) Dividend: Post-Cut Analysis & Current Outlook

AT&T dividend analysis after the 2022 cut, current yield, debt load, and recovery outlook.

9 min

Realty Income (O): The Monthly Dividend Company

650+ consecutive monthly dividends from the gold standard of monthly income REITs.

10 min

VYM ETF: Vanguard High Dividend Yield Fund Analysis

Complete analysis of VYM — index methodology, yield, holdings, and comparison to SCHD.

10 min

ExxonMobil (XOM) Dividend: Energy Income Analysis

XOM dividend safety, 42-year increase streak, and energy sector outlook.

9 min

Procter & Gamble (PG) Dividend: 68 Years of Increases

PG's legendary dividend streak, consumer staples resilience, and growth outlook.

9 min

JEPI ETF: JPMorgan Equity Premium Income Analysis

How JEPI generates 7-9% yield through covered calls and why it's popular for income.

10 min

How Much Does Warren Buffett Make in Dividends?

Berkshire Hathaway collects over $6 billion per year in dividends. See the top holdings driving that income.

9 min

Does Stock Price Drop on Ex-Dividend Date? How & Why

Yes, the stock price drops by approximately the dividend amount on the ex-date. Learn why and how it recovers.

7 min

How Does Dividend Reinvestment (DRIP) Actually Work?

DRIP automatically buys more shares with your dividend payments, often commission-free. See the full mechanics.

8 min

Are Dividend Reinvestment Plans (DRIPs) Worth It?

DRIPs are worth it for long-term compounding but not ideal if you need income. See the pros, cons, and math.

7 min

Where Do Dividends Go on the Cash Flow Statement?

Dividends paid appear in the financing activities section of the cash flow statement as a cash outflow.

6 min

Are Dividends Stockholders' Equity? Accounting Explained

Dividends reduce stockholders' equity by decreasing retained earnings. They are not an equity account themselves.

7 min

Are Dividends a Liability? When Declared vs Paid

Declared but unpaid dividends are a current liability called dividends payable. Once paid, the liability clears.

6 min

Should You Reinvest Capital Gains and Dividends?

Reinvesting works best during accumulation years. In retirement, taking cash is usually the better choice.

7 min

How to Track Dividend Income: Tools & Methods

Track dividends with spreadsheets, brokerage statements, or dedicated apps. See the best methods compared.

7 min

Is AT&T's Dividend Safe? T Yield, Payout & Risk Analysis

AT&T's post-cut dividend looks sustainable with a 50-60% payout ratio and improving free cash flow. Full analysis.

9 min

Is Ford a Good Dividend Stock? F Yield & Safety Analysis

Ford's high yield comes with cyclical risk. Analyze F's payout ratio, cash flow, and EV transition impact.

9 min

What Is the Dividend Growth Model? Formula & Examples

The Gordon Growth Model values stocks based on expected dividends and growth rate. See the formula and examples.

8 min

Best Recession-Proof Dividend Stocks: Companies That Held

Consumer staples, utilities, and healthcare stocks maintained dividends through 2008 and 2020. See the top picks.

9 min

How Do Dividend Stocks Perform in a Bear Market?

Dividend payers historically decline less in bear markets and recover faster. See the data from past downturns.

8 min

10 Highest Paying Dividend Stocks (Quality-Filtered)

The highest-yielding stocks aren't always the best. See 10 top payers filtered for safety and sustainability.

9 min

What Companies Pay Dividends? Sectors & Types That Pay

About 80% of S&P 500 companies pay dividends. See which sectors, industries, and company types are top payers.

8 min

What Stocks Pay Monthly Dividends? Complete Guide

REITs, BDCs, and closed-end funds are the most common monthly payers. See a curated list of quality monthly stocks.

9 min

Iron Mountain Dividend: IRM Yield, Safety & Streak

Iron Mountain's REIT conversion boosted its dividend. Analyze IRM's yield, payout ratio, and data center growth.

9 min

How Often Are Dividends Paid? Quarterly, Monthly & More

Most US stocks pay quarterly dividends. Some pay monthly, semi-annually, or annually. See the full breakdown.

7 min

How to Invest in Dividend Stocks: Complete Beginner's Guide

Start with a brokerage account, learn to evaluate yield and safety, then build a diversified dividend portfolio.

10 min