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Forbes
3 days ago
- Business
- Forbes
6 Top-Yielding Dividend Stocks To Buy And Future-Proof Your Income
Passive income is the ultimate financial protection. And high-yielding dividend stocks are a great source for that low-maintenance cash flow. Choose the right companies, and you have a stream of rising cash payments you can reinvest or use to cover your bills. Choosing the right stocks is always the trick with investing. The best dividend stocks for you should align with your goals and risk tolerance, but the six introduced here may be worthy candidates. All pay yields of at least 3%—that's more than double the S&P 500 average—and have grown their revenue, free cash flow, dividend payments and market capitalization over the last five years. 6 Best High-Yielding Dividend Stocks For Future Income The table below highlights six top dividend stocks analysts love. A review of each company follows. Metrics are sourced from company reports and unless noted otherwise. For more investing ideas, see this list of the best stocks for 2025. 1. AbbVie (ABBV) AbbVie by the numbers: AbbVie is a global pharmaceutical company focusing on immunology, oncology, neuroscience, eye care and anti-aging treatments. AbbVie products are sold into 175 different countries. AbbVie has long been a popular choice among dividend investors. The pharma company pays $6.56 per share annually, and has implemented yearly dividend raises for more than 50 years. ABBV's stock price has also doubled over the past five years. AbbVie is successfully managing through the 2023 loss of patent protection on its hit product Humira. The strategy has included acquisitions and new immunology treatment launches. AbbVie merged with Botox-maker Allergan in 2020 to diversify its portfolio, and introduced Rinvoq and Skyrizi, which have now become top-selling treatments. AbbVie's revenue dipped 6.4% in 2023 but has since returned to growth. The company now expects adjusted diluted EPS of $12.12 to $12.32 in 2025, up from $10.12 in the prior year. 2. Phillips 66 (PSX) Phillips 66 by the numbers: Phillips 66 is an oil and gas company with five operating segments: midstream, chemicals, refining, marketing and specialties and renewable fuels. The company's assets include 70,000 miles of pipeline systems, 11 refineries and 1.8 million barrels per day (BPD) of crude capacity. The fuel brand portfolio includes Phillips 66, Conoco, 76 and JET. Phillips 66 pays shareholders $4.80 annually and has raised its dividend for 13 years. The company has also committed to keeping its dividend competitive and returning more than 50% of net operating cash flow to shareholders. The remaining operating cash flow is earmarked for debt reduction, share repurchases and growth initiatives. Phillips 66 is targeting total debt of $17 billion by 2027, down from the year-end 2024 balance of $20.1 billion. The focus on balance sheet health is appealing, as is Phillips 66's differentiated and integrated portfolio. Most of the EBITDA (38%) comes from refining, and the rest is split as double-digit percentages across marketing and specialties, midstream and chemicals. Over the last few years, Phillips 66 has made strategic divestitures and acquisitions to reduce costs, improve refinery utilization and improve overall value creation. 3. Chevron (CVX) Chevron by the numbers: Chevron is an integrated energy and chemicals company with two primary business segments: upstream and downstream. Upstream explores, develops, produces and transports crude oil and natural gas. Downstream refines and markets crude oil. Chevron is a solid choice for dividend investors who can handle energy sector volatility, thanks to its 4.5% yield, paying $6.84, and a 38-year history of raising shareholder payouts. The company is a major player in the global energy space and a top-five holding in Berkshire Hathaway's stock portfolio. Chevron relies on its integrated business model, financial strength and capital discipline to protect shareholder returns when oil prices decline. Chevron also recently acquired Hess Corporation, which is expected to provide significant cost synergies and improve long-term shareholder returns. Chevron CFO Eimear Bonner said the acquisition should "drive significant free cash flow and production growth into the 2030s." 4. Nexstar Media Group (NXST) Nexstar Media Group by the numbers: Nexstar is a diversified media company that produces and distributes news, sports and entertainment programming via owned and partner television stations and a suite of websites and mobile applications. The company generates revenue from advertising sales and retransmission fees. Cable and satellite TV providers pay broadcasters retransmission fees to provide broadcast content to subscribing customers. Nexstar pays an annual dividend of $7.44 per share and has raised its payout for 12 consecutive years. The company also spends a sizable portion of its adjusted free cash flow on share repurchases, which have reduced the share count by 34% since 2019. Nexstar has the largest local station network among major broadcast network owners like Televisa Univision, TEGNA and Fox. The company also owns two popular national networks, the CW and News Nation. These properties reach a combined 186 million households. The breadth of the portfolio is a competitive advantage—it's appealing to advertisers and provides operating cost efficiencies. Nexstar enjoys a high percentage of recurring revenue, high margins and strong cash flow. In 2024, recurring revenue was greater than 50%, the adjusted EBITDA margin was 37% and adjusted free cash flow topped $1.2 billion. The ad revenue is stable, but the digital portfolio and retransmission provide upside. Retransmission fees are negotiated at contract renewals, usually for three-year terms. In 2025, Nexstar will renew 60% of its subscriber base. 5. Fidelity National Financial (FNF) Fidelity National Financial by the numbers: Fidelity National Financial sells title insurance, closing and escrow services, annuities and life insurance. Fidelity pays an annual dividend of $2 per share and has raised its payout annually for 13 years. Title insurance is Fidelity's primary product, and the company enjoys top market share in the residential purchase, refinance and commercial markets. By state, Fidelity is the first or second market-share leader in 39 states. An industry-leading pretax title margin complements the strong competitive positioning and contributes to the company's strong free cash flow. Majority-owned subsidiary F&G Annuities & Life has also performed well for Fidelity, producing strong annuity sales and contributing $89 million or 28% to second quarter adjusted net earnings. 6. Clearway Energy (CWEN) (CWEN.A) Clearway Energy by the numbers: Clearway develops clean energy projects and produces clean energy through its portfolio of wind and solar assets. Clearway Energy has two share classes, A and C. The Class A shares (CWEN) have most of the voting power and higher trading volume. As a result, CWEN shares cost slightly more than CWEN.A shares. The distinction matters if you want to maximize your dividend yield. CWEN and CWEN.A have paid $1.71 per share over the past 12 months, but CWEN.A shares cost less and therefore have a higher yield. Clearway Energy is interesting because the company has strong revenue and cash flow growth and a commitment to raising its dividend—all packaged nicely within the renewable energy space. The company is securing future growth by optimizing its assets with repowerings, retrofits and capacity expansions. Clearway Energy also partners with sponsors on projects and pursues acquisitions independently. During its last earnings conference, Clearway raised its CAFD (cash available for distribution) guidance for the year and expressed confidence in meeting its 2027 CAFD per share targets. Bottom Line The best high-yield dividend stocks provide financial security. Opt for companies with a demonstrated commitment to increasing their dividends so you can enjoy those higher yields for years to come.
Yahoo
31-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Chevron (CVX): A Top Crude Oil Stock to Invest in
Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) is included among the Best Crude Oil Stocks to Buy According to Hedge Funds. An aerial view of an oil rig at sea, the sun glinting off its structure. A top choice for investors looking for passive income, Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) returned a record $27 billion to its shareholders in 2024. The company has been growing its dividends for 38 consecutive years and boasts an annual dividend yield of 4.38%, putting it among the 11 Dogs of the Dow Dividend Stocks to Buy Now. Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) recently made headlines after it completed the acquisition of Hess for roughly $53 billion, adding the latter's coveted 30% stake in the Stabroek Block in offshore Guyana to the company's portfolio. The Warren Buffett-backed company already boasts the lowest breakeven levels in the sector at around $30 per barrel, and the integration of the new high-value assets from Hess should help the company grow its production while maintaining low costs. To make sure it can thrive even during low-priced environments, Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) remains focused on capital discipline and reducing costs. The oil and gas giant is targeting $2 billion – $3 billion in structural cost savings by the end of 2026, and its CapEx budget for 2025 represents a $2 billion reduction from last year. Chevron Corporation (NYSE:CVX) manufactures and sells a range of high-quality refined products, including gasoline, diesel, marine and aviation fuels, premium base oil, finished lubricants, and fuel oil additives. While we acknowledge the potential of CVX as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: 10 Best Nuclear Energy Stocks to Buy Right Now and The 5 Energy Stocks Billionaires are Quietly Piling Into. Disclosure: None. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Entrepreneur
16-07-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
How People Are Earning Passive Income With This Simple Setup
Autopilot stores aren't just income streams. They are passports to freedom, flexibility and finally working and living on your own terms. Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. The dream of making money while you sleep is no longer a fantasy – it's a reality for thousands of entrepreneurs running autopilot ecommerce stores. These businesses generate handsome revenue with minimal daily effort, thanks to the dropshipping business model and smart automation tools. Dropshipping is gaining momentum now for several key reasons. The global market was valued at $365.67 billion in 2024 and is projected to grow to $1.25 trillion by 2030, according to Grand View Research. Join top CEOs, founders and operators at the Level Up conference to unlock strategies for scaling your business, boosting revenue and building sustainable success. At the same time, AI tools have become more accessible, allowing non-technical entrepreneurs to streamline product selection, marketing and customer service. These tools are now essential for top sellers — not because they're tech experts, but because the technology finally works for everyday users. As a result, many successful dropshippers are earning between $10,000 and $50,000 a month while working fewer hours than a part-time barista. It's not just the money – it's watching your kid's soccer game on a Tuesday afternoon, taking that spontaneous road trip, or finally having energy for date night after work. Related: 8 Passive Income Ideas That Are Actually Worth Pursuing How autopilot stores work Unlike traditional ecommerce, autopilot stores rely on specialized automated systems, not manual work. Today's solutions are like having a team of invisible employees. Here's the breakdown: 1. Turnkey stores Ready-to-go ecommerce websites with implemented payment systems and fully packed catalogs help avoid tons of manual work, product research and building stores from scratch. AI-powered tools identify trending items and build high-demand product collections, ready to sell. 2. Automated order fulfillment Suppliers ship products directly to customers — no inventory needed. Established dropshipping platforms auto-process orders, saving 10+ hours/week. 3. Automated marketing The auto-promotion tools bring sales from Day 1. Ready-to-go marketing materials are used for ad campaigns. AI-generated blog and social media posts drive organic traffic. How to start your own automated store (5 steps) Pick a proven niche. Use Google Trends to spot demand or contact a business advisor. Pick a trusted turnkey store provider. Better yet, choose an all-in-one ecommerce platform that handles everything, from business launch and marketing to order shipping. Before finalizing your decision, make sure the platform provides a pre-set payment system, a pre-loaded product catalog and access to the product database for future additions. Launch your store. Don't hesitate to contact the platform's support team if you have questions. Set up automation. Implement available tools like automated order processing, packing and shipping. All logistics should be solved by your provider, and all orders should be shipped from suppliers directly to your customers on your behalf (dropshipping business model). Launch traffic on autopilot. Outsource marketing services for hands-off promotion. Implement pre-made, ready-to-go creatives for ads. Use AI-generated blog and social media posts for organic traffic. Watch orders roll in. Respond to customer emails as they arrive. This may be the only task worth keeping manual. Optimize & scale. Reinvest profits into scaling winning products. Expand to new channels like Amazon. Here are three automated store examples. For privacy, the names have been changed, but the numbers are real. Success story #1: The busy pet lover Sarah, a former veterinary assistant, turned her passion for animals into a thriving online business selling pet fitness trackers. While working part-time at a local clinic, she launched her store with pre-selected products and automated marketing. Within six months, she was earning $18,000 monthly while dedicating just three hours per week, mostly spent reviewing new product suggestions from her provider. The automated systems handle everything from ads to order fulfillment, letting her focus on volunteering at animal shelters. Related: 'Obvious' Side Hustle: From $300k Monthly to $20M+ in 2025 Success story #2: The weekend car enthusiast What began as a hobby browsing luxury car forums became a surprise income stream for Tony, an auto mechanic. He noticed enthusiasts struggling to find premium accessories for high-end vehicles and set up a targeted dropshipping store. His $25,000/month profits now exceed his repair shop earnings, achieved through just four weekly hours of responding to customer emails and occasionally adding new products. The store's self-running ads and pre-negotiated supplier relationships do the heavy lifting. Success story #3: The yoga teacher Maya, a certified yoga instructor, started selling eco-friendly mats as an afterthought to her classes. When her store's AI-generated blog posts about sustainable fitness went viral, she scaled to $12,500/month with minimal involvement. The business requires just two hours weekly – approving AI-generated content and reviewing sales data. Her secret? Letting automated email sequences convert first-time buyers into repeat customers while she teaches morning classes. These entrepreneurs prove you don't need endless hours or upfront inventory to build a successful business. With the right niche and automation, $10K+ monthly profits in just 2-4 hours per week are possible — whether you're a pet lover, car enthusiast or yoga teacher. Just pick a passion, launch a store, set up automation and let your store work while you live. Related: 23 Ways Entrepreneurs are Making Passive Income a Reality Your next move Spend 10 minutes on Google Trends Screenshot 3 niche ideas Bookmark 2-3 platform options (look for free trials) Load the information from all platforms into your favorite AI tool and request help with making a choice This week: Launch your test store Enable automation Watch for that first order notification The platforms offer free trials because they know the hardest part isn't the tech – it's taking that first step while the couch and Netflix call your name. But here's the truth: A year from now, you'll wish you'd started today.
Associated Press
14-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Wall Street's New Secret: USDT Mining Meets Bitcoin Mining App—30-Day Profit Revealed
Zurich, Switzerland, July 13, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- 'Stablecoin yields and Bitcoin block rewards no longer live in separate worlds,' said HASHJ's product director. 'By combining USDT mining with a mobile bitcoin mining app, HASHJ turns any smartphone into a diversified, passive-income generator.' Why a Bitcoin Mining App With Built-In USDT Mining? Key Features & Benefits $18 Cash + $100 Hash Voucher – Activate USDT mining or Bitcoin hashing immediately—zero capital outlay. One-Tap Cloud Contracts – Choose 2- to 90-day plans; AI reallocates power hourly for best payout. Stablecoin Auto-Staking – USDT earnings can be auto-restaked into hash power or withdrawn daily. 100 % Renewable Energy – Wind-, hydro- and solar-powered farms slash carbon and electricity costs. Grade Compliance – HASHJ operates under oversight, with multi-sig cold custody and audited reserves. How to Start in 3 Easy Steps Download the HASHJ Bitcoin Mining App from iOS/Android or sign up at Claim Your $118 Welcome Pack – $18 cash + $100 hash voucher credited instantly. Select 'USDT Mining' or 'BTC Cloud Hash' – Watch rewards accrue in real time; withdraw or auto-compound every 24 h. Early-User Snapshot Amira Rodr íguez, a freelance developer in Madrid, invested her $118 onboarding fund and personal funds into HASHJ 's 30-day USDT mining plan, netting a 48% gain before rolling the profits into a 60-day Bitcoin contract — 'all while commuting, 's automatic compounding feature, Mark earned a total of $1,074, a 34% return, helping his e-commerce store cover the cost of new inventory. About HASHJ Founded in 2018, HASHJ converts institutional-grade mining facilities into mobile cloud contracts. Its AI scheduler balances hash power across BTC, ETH, DOGE, XRP, SOL and now USDT mining pools, serving over 9 million users in 96 countries. HASHJ's mission: democratise crypto income without sacrificing sustainability or compliance. Begin USDT mining and Bitcoin mining on your phone today—download the HASHJ app or visit to secure your $118 starter bonus. Disclaimer: The information provided in this press release does not constitute an investment solicitation, nor does it constitute investment advice, financial advice, or a trading recommendation. Cryptocurrency mining and staking involve risks and may result in loss of funds. It is strongly recommended that you perform due diligence before investing or trading in cryptocurrencies and securities, including consulting a professional financial advisor. Name: Olivia Wilson Email: [email protected] Job Title: Public Relations Manager
Yahoo
13-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Passive Income with PepsiCo (PEP): How Stable Are Its Dividends?
PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ:PEP) is included among the 10 Best Passive Income Stocks to Buy Now. A close up of a glass of a refreshing carbonated beverage illustrating the company's different beverages. The company's earnings in the first quarter of 2025 came in strong, with its revenue of $17.9 billion beating estimates by $190 million. In its earnings report, the company noted that its operations stayed resilient despite the growing complexity of geopolitical and macroeconomic challenges in the first quarter. Looking ahead, management anticipates increased volatility and uncertainty, especially concerning global trade, which is likely to drive up supply chain costs. In addition, consumer demand remains muted across several markets, with the outlook continuing to be uncertain. PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ:PEP) is a Dividend King with 53 consecutive years of dividend growth under its belt. The company's quarterly dividend comes in at $1.4225 per share and has a dividend yield of 4.19%, as of July 10. PepsiCo, Inc. (NASDAQ:PEP) is a worldwide leader in the food and beverage industry, involved in producing, marketing, and distributing a diverse range of products around the globe. The company is recognized for its well-known brands such as Pepsi, Frito-Lay, Gatorade, and Quaker Oats, offering popular snacks, drinks, and other food items. While we acknowledge the potential of PEP as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, see our free report on the best short-term AI stock. READ NEXT: and Disclosure: None. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
