The Smartest Dividend Stock to Buy With $1,000 Right Now (Spoiler: It Yields 5.6%.)
Add the effect of stock buybacks to the dividend, and you're looking at a total yield approaching 11%.
Overview
If you've got $1,000 and you're looking to invest in a promising dividend-paying stock, good for you! Since 1973, average annual returns in the S&P 500 have been substantially higher for stocks that have launched or increased their annual dividend. So, you should feel pretty good about your decision.
Dividend-Paying Status of S&P 500 Stocks
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Average Annual Total Return, 1973-2025
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