Investing in the Dividend Aristocrats from 2013
I obtained the list of Dividend Aristocrats for 2013 and created a test. There were 54 companies on the dividend aristocrats list as of the end of 2012. This... Read More
Interpublic (IPG) Dividend Stock Analysis
The Interpublic Group of Companies, Inc. (IPG) provides advertising and marketing services worldwide. It operates in three segments: Media, Data & Engagement Solutions, Integrated Advertising & Creativity Led Solutions,... Read More
Kroger (KR) Dividend Stock Analysis
The Kroger Co. (KR) operates as a retailer in the United States. The company operates supermarkets, multi-department stores, marketplace stores, and price impact warehouse stores. Kroger is a dividend... Read More
Carlisle Companies (CSL) Dividend Stock Analysis
Carlisle Companies Incorporated (CSL) operates as a diversified manufacturer of engineered products in the United States, Europe, Asia, Canada, Mexico, the Middle East, Africa, and internationally. The company is a... Read More
Diageo (DEO) Dividend Stock Analysis
Diageo plc (DEO) produces, distills, brews, bottles, packages, and distributes spirits, beer, wine, and ready-to-drink beverages. This international dividend company has increased dividends for 25 years in a row.... Read More
Paychex (PAYX) Dividend Stock Analysis
Paychex, Inc. (PAYX) provides payroll, human resource (HR), retirement, and insurance services for small to medium-sized businesses in the United States and Germany. The company is a dividend challenger,... Read More
The Building Blocks of an Investing Process
The goal of this website is to inspire readers to identify their goals and objectives, and then create a process to achieve them. I shared this article with readers... Read More
Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Dividend Stock Analysis 2023
Johnson & Johnson (JNJ), together with its subsidiaries, is engaged in the research and development, manufacture, and sale of various products in the health care field worldwide. The company... Read More
Dividend Achievers and High Return on Equity
Moody's has included a list of companies that have increase annual dividends for at least the past ten consecutive years since 1979. They call these companies dividend achievers. Each... Read More
Stocks Versus Bonds Today
I wanted to present some general discussion about fixed income securities. I will then present the companies I invested in this week, followed by a detailed review of each... Read More
Brokerage Accounts and SIPC Limits
Plenty of ink has been spilled over FDIC Insurance Limits this weekend being only $250,000. But as an equity investor, are you aware that you are protected from Broker failure... Read More
How to Reach Your Dividend Goals
Successful people identify their goals, break them down into small actionable steps, and take action towards achieving them. Unsuccessful people identify their goals, get discouraged and give up. Q4 2022 hedge... Read More
Essex Property Trust (ESS) Dividend Stock Analysis
Essex Property Trust, Inc (ESS) is a fully integrated real estate investment trust (REIT) that acquires, develops, redevelops, and manages multifamily residential properties in California and the Pacific Northwest. Essex currently... Read More
Charlie Munger Quotes on Investing and Life
Charlie Munger is Warren Buffett’s business partner at Berkshire Hathaway. He is a successful lawyer, and investor, who was instrumental in helping Warren expand his investing horizon. Charlie is credited with encouraging... Read More
Dividend Kings for 2023
A dividend king is a company that has managed to increase dividends to shareholders for at least 50 years in a row. There are only 45 such companies in the US,... Read More
Where are the Twelve Original Dow Jones Companies from 1896?
The Dow Jones Industrials Average Index was launched in 1896 with 12 companies. It has tracked the performance of leading US companies for over 125 years. In 1916 it increased... Read More
Predicting Consistently High Dividend Growth
One of my favorite investing activities is testing various ideas and then crunching numbers. I spend quite a lot of time thinking about investing from various angles. I recently tested... Read More
How to Become a Successful Dividend Investor
Becoming a successful dividend investor takes time, effort, and dedication. You need to understand the basics, stick to a clear investment strategy, be able to do your own research,... Read More
Snap-on Incorporated (SNA) Dividend Stock Analysis
nap-on Incorporated (SNA) manufactures and markets tools, equipment, diagnostics, and repair information and systems solutions for professional users worldwide. It operates through Commercial and Industrial Group, Snap-on Tools Group,... Read More
Microsoft (MSFT) Dividend Stock Analysis
Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) develops, licenses, and supports software, services, devices, and solutions worldwide. Q3 2022 hedge fund letters, conferences and more The company just raised its quarterly dividend by 9.67% to... Read More
Cisco Systems (CSCO) : Lessons from the Dot-Com Bubble
In March 2000, Cisco Systems (CSCO) reached an all time high of $82/share. It became the largest company in the world, with a market capitalization of around half a... Read More
Lessons From The Japanese Stock Market Bubble
Back in 1989, the Japanese stock market reached an all time high. Japan was growing rapidly, and there was no end in sight behind Japanese industry and innovation. The... Read More
