3 Ultra-High-Yield Dividend Stocks That Are No-Brainer Buys After the Market Whiplash

Group 1: Ares Capital - Ares Capital offers a forward dividend yield of around 9%, making it an attractive option for income investors [2] - The company is highly selective in client acquisition, with a diversified portfolio of 550 clients across 34 industries, resulting in a better annual loss rate compared to industry averages [3] - A mild recession could benefit Ares Capital as banks may reduce lending to middle-market businesses, potentially increasing demand for BDCs [4] Group 2: Enbridge - Enbridge has shown resilience, maintaining positive share performance despite tariffs on Canadian energy, as its revenue is not directly affected by oil and gas prices [5][6] - The company operates many pipelines in the U.S. and is the largest gas utility in North America, providing added stability [7] - Enbridge has a forward dividend yield of around 6.3% and has increased its dividend for 30 consecutive years [8] Group 3: Energy Transfer L.P. - Energy Transfer has experienced significant volatility, but its forward distribution yield is now at 7.8%, making it more attractive [9][10] - The company is well-positioned to benefit from increasing summer peak power demand, projected to grow by up to 15% annually through 2029 [11] - Energy Transfer serves around 185 gas-fired power plants and has multiple large-scale capital projects underway to enhance capacity [12]