Investing Topics: Dividend Stocks
Ready for the Next Act
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Roger S. Conrad on
Jan. 8, 2018
This Conservative Income Portfolio has positioned itself for the next leg of its growth story.
Learnings from Earnings: Upgrades and Downgrades
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Roger S. Conrad on
Nov. 14, 2017
Most of the names in our Utility Report Card have reported third-quarter results, with a quartet of Portfolio holdings earning higher buy targets after surprising to the upside or announcing key company-specific developments.
High Yielders vs Dividend Growers
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Roger S. Conrad on
Dec. 21, 2016
A dividend cut hits investors with a double-whammy, reducing their current income and catalyzing a sharp selloff in the stock. In contrast, a steadily increasing payout eventually will push a company’s share price higher, particularly when it’s supported by the underlying business.
Agility Test
By
Roger S. Conrad on
Dec. 11, 2016
Volatility defined this year’s action in utility stocks, giving agile investors an opportunity to juice their returns by buying and selling a bit more than usual.
What’s Next for Utility M&A?
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Roger S. Conrad on
Sep. 21, 2016
It's been an active year for mergers and acquisitions in the utility sector. We discuss our key takeaways from a major deal that closed ahead of schedule and highlight some of the main themes that will be in play going forward.
A New Growth Platform
By
Roger S. Conrad on
Jul. 10, 2016
We've added a new stock to our Top 10 DRIPs.
Stay Focused
By
Roger S. Conrad on
May. 8, 2016
The recent rally in utility stocks has pushed valuations to elevated levels and lowered dividend yields. We explain our strategy for navigating this environment.
A Simple Plan
By
Roger S. Conrad on
May. 7, 2016
This master limited partnership follows a simple business plan that continues to drive cash flow and distribution growth.
Best in Show
By
Roger S. Conrad on
May. 7, 2016
The yieldco universe is loaded with dogs, but one company could be your portfolio's best friend.
More Deals on the Horizon for Exelon?
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Roger S. Conrad on
Apr. 19, 2016
Exelon Corp finally closed its acquisition of Pepco Holdings. Could another deal be in the utility's future?
MODEL PORTFOLIOS & RATINGS
Aggressive Income Portfolio
Roger's favorite utilities for investors seeking superior price appreciation by taking calculated risks.
Conservative Income Portfolio
Harness the tried and true wealth-building power of rising dividends.
Top 10 DRIPs
Nothing compounds wealth like reinvesting a rising stream of dividends.
Endangered Dividends List
Warning: Falling Dividends.
Utility Report Card
Roger's current take and vital statistics on more than 200 essential-services stocks.
Conrad's Utility Investor
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