Group 1 - The article highlights the significance of companies with a long history of increasing dividend payouts, specifically mentioning "Dividend Champions" that have raised dividends for 25 years or more [1][2] - Notable companies in this category include McDonald's, Walmart, ExxonMobil, and Caterpillar, although some may face economic challenges in the near future [2] - Three recommended Dividend Champion stocks with strong revenue growth potential and analyst upside are International Business Machines (IBM), NextEra Energy, and Royal Gold [3] Group 2 - IBM has achieved 30 consecutive years of dividend increases and is evolving in the generative AI space with its watsonx platform, which has become a critical growth driver [5][6] - IBM's generative AI business generates over $7.5 billion in revenue, with expected revenue growth of 10.3% this year and 11.1% next year, alongside a current dividend yield of 2.7% [6] - NextEra Energy has 31 consecutive years of dividend increases and operates in two segments: Florida Power & Light, the largest utility in the U.S., and NextEra Energy Resources, focusing on renewable energy and power generation [7][9]
Keep an Eye on These 3 Dividend Champion Stocks in 2025