Enterprise Products Partners (EPD 1.60%) has done a magnificent job distributing cash to its investors. The master limited partnership (MLP) extended its distribution growth streak to 26 years in 2024 -- every year since it came public. Overall, it has returned more than $55 billion in cash to its investors over the years via distributions and unit repurchases.The MLP's distribution growth streak has continued in 2025. It recently declared its latest payment, a 1.9% increase from last quarter (up 3.9% from ...

Three supercharged dividend stocks -- sporting an average yield of 8.05% -- have the necessary competitive advantages to make income seekers richer in 2025 (and beyond).One of the greatest aspects of Wall Street is that there are countless ways to make money. With thousands of publicly traded companies and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) to choose from, there's likely to be one or more securities that can help you reach your financial goal. But among the variety of ways investors can become wealthier on Wall S ...

The latest trading session saw Enterprise Products Partners (EPD) ending at $31.14, denoting a -1.11% adjustment from its last day's close. This change lagged the S&P 500's 0.04% loss on the day. On the other hand, the Dow registered a gain of 0.07%, and the technology-centric Nasdaq decreased by 0.05%.Shares of the provider of midstream energy services witnessed a loss of 6.42% over the previous month, beating the performance of the Oils-Energy sector with its loss of 8.03% and underperforming the S&P 500' ...

If you haven't finished your Christmas shopping yet, you're rapidly running out of time. I suspect many people have already purchased most of the gifts they'll give but might still have a few remaining.Are there potential stocking stuffers for income investors? I think so. Here are three ultra-high-yield dividend stocks to buy before the end of 2024.1. Enterprise Products PartnersEnterprise Products Partners (EPD 1.51%) operates over 50,000 miles of pipelines that transport natural gas liquids (NGLs), natur ...

Investing in equal parts of these dividend stocks produces an average yield of 4%.2024 is almost over, but there's still time left in the year to identify quality companies that are worth buying now. Some folks may be looking for high-octane growth stocks with room to run, whereas others may be in search of companies that can pay them dividend income no matter what the stock market is doing.Dividend stocks offer a way to participate in the market without all of the gains depending on the stock price going u ...

Energy consumption has started to rise, in part thanks to the increased use of artificial intelligence (AI) applications. AI training and inference put computer servers through their paces and are very energy-intensive. As AI models advance, the need for computing power and the energy needed to supply it are also increasing. To help fulfill that increased energy consumption, electricity suppliers are turning to natural gas to provide it.One sector that looks set to benefit from this trend is pipeline operat ...

While the midstream energy sector is less affected by oil and gas price swings, the Zacks Oil and Gas - Production & Pipelines industry still faces uncertainties. Conservative capital spending by upstream companies is slowing oil and gas production growth, which could reduce demand for midstream assets.Despite these challenges, pipeline operators are in a stronger position than upstream and downstream firms. They benefit from steady, fee-based revenues through long-term contracts with shippers. Key industry ...

Key TakeawaysEPD stock is considered undervalued compared to the broader oil and gas industry average.Enterprise Products Partners stock carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) at present.Register now to see our 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days report - free today!Enterprise Products Partners LP (EPD) is currently considered undervalued, trading at a 10.71x trailing 12-month enterprise value to earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization (EV/EBITDA), which is below the broader industry average o ...

Abbott’s (ABT) diversified business portfolio is well-positioned to drive continued momentum in 2024. Yet, the business environment continues to remain challenging globally. The stock carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).Factors Driving ABT SharesWithin Abbott’s Established Pharmaceuticals Division (EPD) business, the company is also strategically progressing with its advancement in biosimilars. Abbott, leveraging on its leading presence in emerging markets, is enjoying a unique opportunity to scale a licensing m ...

A month has gone by since the last earnings report for Enterprise Products Partners (EPD) . Shares have added about 15% in that time frame, outperforming the S&P 500.Will the recent positive trend continue leading up to its next earnings release, or is Enterprise Products due for a pullback? Before we dive into how investors and analysts have reacted as of late, let's take a quick look at the most recent earnings report in order to get a better handle on the important catalysts. Enterprise Q3 Earnings Lag E ...