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High-yield dividend stocks entice investors with payouts two to four times higher than the S&P 500's 1.4% average yield. But high yield often signals trouble -- sluggish growth, stretched payout ratios, or sector headwinds.

The average American may not know the name Altria (MO -0.09%), but there's a good chance that they know some of its brands. The tobacco giant owns brands such as Marlboro, Copenhagen, Black & Mild, Skoal, Parliament, and a handful of others.

Highlighting 10 S&P-rated companies with 4-7% yields, focusing on dividend growth, credit quality, and undervaluation. Pfizer, Alexandria RE, NNN REIT, AES Corp, and Bristol Myers are identified as undervalued winners and recommended as buys for income-focused investors.

Investing in dividend stocks can be a great strategy for those looking to generate reliable passive income, which removes some of the risk and stress associated with investing for pure appreciation. Dividend stocks must be thoroughly researched, but many pay strong dividends and generate enough free cash flow and earnings to continue to pay and raise their dividends for many years to come.

Sixteen of the thirty-eight highest-yield, 'safer' S&P 500 dividend stocks are highlighted as ready to buy, with adequate free cash flow supporting payouts. Analyst forecasts suggest top ten S&P 500 dividend 'dogs' could deliver 20.45% to 38.5% net gains by September 2026, with an average gain of 27.35%. Stocks like Amcor, Healthpeak, Conagra, Pfizer, and Verizon offer the best combination of h...

Altria (MO 0.47%) is one of the world's largest tobacco companies, with well-known brands under its umbrella that include Marlboro, Black & Mild, Parliament, Copenhagen, and Skoal. Although some investors may have reservations about investing in a tobacco company, those who do invest in the company typically do so for one reason: Its ultra-high-yield (and growing) dividend.

The Dividend Harvesting Portfolio hit all-time highs, delivering a 33.5% return and $2,566 in forward annualized dividend income on a $23,600 investment. I expect the upcoming Fed rate cut to benefit my portfolio, especially high-yield positions like AGNC and new additions like QDTE for weekly income. My diversified approach—spanning equities, REITs, ETFs, CEFs, and BDCs—continues to drive robu...

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