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The Stock Market Looks Shaky Right Now. History Says Dividend Growth Stocks Are Exactly What You Want to Own.

Dividend growth stocks have historically delivered the highest total returns with the lowest volatility.

The Stock Market Looks Shaky Right Now. History Says Dividend Growth Stocks Are Exactly What You Want to Own.

Published September 16, 2026 · Category: Finance

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The stock market is on shaky ground right now. The 10-year Treasury is at its highest level since 2007, oil is in triple digits, inflation remains high, and AI companies are warning of a potential spending slowdown. These concerns have caused stock market volatility to increase over the past week.

However, while the stock market looks weak, one group of stocks has historically proven its strength over the long term: dividend growers. They have historically delivered higher returns with less volatility, which is exactly the type of investment you'd want to own in the current environment. Here's a look at the data and a fund that makes it easy to invest in dividend growth stocks.

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