2 No-Brainer Dividend Stocks to Buy Heading Into the Fourth Quarter
A challenging year in the stock market means you should pick your stocks carefully before the fourth quarter of 2026.
Overview
This has been a wild year, considering the war in Iran, tariffs, rising oil and gasoline prices, and stubbornly high inflation. But the stock market has been a stable force, up 12% on the year and predicted to provide double-digit gains for the fourth consecutive year.
However, this is no time to sit still. The latest warning signs in the economy are the $40 trillion in U.S. national debt and spiraling bond yields, which are making borrowing even more expensive. So, as the fourth quarter approaches, it is a good time to consider strong dividend stocks with a long history of rewarding shareholders with generous, consistent payouts.
Details
Both of these companies have a compelling case for investment in the fourth quarter: Realty Income (NYSE: O) and International Business Machines (NYSE: IBM).
Source
Originally published at www.fool.com.