The New York Stock Exchange welcomes directors, executives and guests of Crescent Energy Company (NYSE: CRGY), on Mon. Dec. 13th, in celebration of its listing on the NYSE. To honor the occasion, David Rockecharlie, Chief Executive Officer, joined by Chris Taylor, NYSE Vice President and Head of Listings and Services, rings The Opening Bell®.The U.S. stock market continues to be volatile due to tensions in the Middle East. Investors seeking some portfolio stability can opt for dividend-paying stocks with at ...

With the S&P 500 Index in red numbers this year, income-minded investors turn their lonely eyes to a sure thing – high-paying dividend stocks.For legions of investors looking to position their portfolios for maximum stability in a highly unstable market, dividend stocks make good sense right now. The Wall Street sharpies think so, with JPMorgan noting the market environment is moving toward “a greater emphasis on income generation and diversification” in 2026, in a recent research note.Here’s why you should ...

With the Federal Reserve's benchmark rate now sitting at 3.64%, its lowest level since fall 2022, many income-focused investors have been moving out of traditional bonds and into dividend-paying stocks to find better yield. That shift has already shown up in performance in early 2026. The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) is up more than 11.6% year-to-date (YTD), while the S&P 500 ($SPX) is in negative territory -5.38% over the same period. Also, energy stocks are out in front, offering an average yi ...

Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (NYSE:EPD) is included among the Dividend Stock Portfolio for Income: 15 Stocks to Invest In. Wells Fargo Upgrades Enterprise Products (EPD) to Overweight on Permian Growth Outlook On March 25, Wells Fargo upgraded Enterprise Products Partners L.P. (NYSE:EPD) to Overweight from Equal Weight. It raised the stock’s price target to $42 from $40. The firm said the Iran war is expected to create a “structural shift” in global energy markets, including midstream. The analyst t ...

With stock indexes like the S&P 500 down just a few percentage points year to date, it is far too soon to be talking about a possible stock market crash. But if macro and/or geopolitical concerns worsen as 2026 unfolds, consider it a fine time to consider some more defensive plays to add to your portfolio. Many of the best defensive stocks, or stocks that provide consistent returns irrespective of economic cycle, are high-quality dividend stocks, including blue chip dividend stocks with long track record ...

Realty Income Corporation (NYSE:O) is included among the Dividend Kings and Aristocrats List: 32 Biggest Stocks. Realty Income, Apollo Form $1B Joint Venture for Retail Portfolio On March 19, Realty Income Corporation (NYSE:O) and Apollo said that Apollo-managed funds and affiliates plan to invest $1.0 billion in Realty Income. The investment will give Apollo a 49% stake in a new joint venture that is expected to own a diversified portfolio of single-tenant retail properties under long-term net leases. ...

Investors looking for solid dividend-paying stocks with high yields can find them in a variety of industries. Let's look at five you can buy right now. British American Tobacco: 5.5% yield British American Tobacco (NYSE: BTI) is a high-yield stock in the defensive tobacco industry that is starting to gain momentum. Its smokeless portfolio is becoming a larger part of its business, now representing more than 18% of its overall revenue, as its Velo Plus nicotine pouches are seeing extraordinary growth. Wil ...

As you know, I'm a seasonal pattern trader to my core. I've spent my 30-plus-year career discovering some of the most profitable patterns in the market. But it's not just the seasonals that I'm watching.One of my favorite ways to make safe, passive income is through dividend stocks. And today, I'm going to share three of my favorite dividend-paying companies in 2026—and how you can potentially double your money or more on each (for a fraction of the cost). Here are the three dividend stocks to buy now.Why Y ...

Between the fast-paced rise of artificial intelligence and lingering geopolitical tensions, uncertainty has been a key theme in 2026. This may have some investors feeling uneasy about adding more tech stocks to their portfolios. For investors looking to bolster portfolio stability, shifting some capital toward established dividend payers may make sense. Two excellent examples worth considering today are Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) and Tractor Supply (NASDAQ: TSCO). Both businesses have a demonstrated ability to ...

Despite all the volatility in crude prices, the oil industry can be a great place to find high-quality dividend stocks. Oil companies typically offer above-average dividend yields, and many have strong records of dividend growth. Two top oil dividend stocks are ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) and EOG Resources (NYSE: EOG). They currently have attractive dividend yields (2.6% for ConocoPhillips and 2.9% for EOG Resources, both more than double the S&P 500's 1.2% yield). Here's a look at which oil company is the ...