Dividends
Dividend Stock
Income Stock
Definition
Stocks that consistently pay dividends
Explanation
Dividend stocks are shares of companies that regularly distribute profits to shareholders. Common in utilities, telecommunications, and financial sectors. Ideal for investors seeking steady income rather than growth. "Dividend Aristocrats" are S&P 500 companies that have increased dividends for 25+ consecutive years.
Example
Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, AT&T