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3 of the Safest Ultra-High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy in 2025


Published on 2024-12-18 16:01:10 - The Motley Fool
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  • The third exceptionally safe ultra-high-yield dividend stock to buy in 2025 is premier retail REIT, Realty Income ( O -0.11%). Realty Income doles out its dividend on a monthly basis and has increased its payout in each of the last 109 quarters -- a stretch of more than 27 straight years.

The article from The Motley Fool, published on December 18, 2024, discusses three high-yield dividend stocks that are considered safe investments for 2025. Verizon Communications is highlighted for its robust cash flow generation, with a forward yield of 7.1%, and its strategic focus on 5G technology which is expected to drive future growth. Altria Group offers a 9.6% yield, supported by its stable earnings from tobacco products, despite the declining smoking rates, through diversification into e-cigarettes and other reduced-risk products. Lastly, Realty Income Corporation, a real estate investment trust (REIT), provides a 5.5% yield with its monthly dividends, underpinned by a diversified portfolio of commercial properties and a strong track record of increasing dividends. The article emphasizes these stocks' ability to maintain or grow their dividends, making them attractive for income-focused investors in the coming year.

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