Okay, let’s talk about income. Not, like, “influencer” income, but the old-fashioned kind – the kind your parents talked about. The kind that involves actual companies, not just filters. If you’re looking for a steady stream of cash that doesn’t require you to film yourself unboxing things, dividend stocks are…a thing. A surprisingly solid thing. If you pick the right ones, they’ll keep pace with inflation, which, let’s be honest, is currently doing a pretty good impression of a runaway train.
So, here are three companies that, unlike some tech startups I could mention, have actually figured out how to make money consistently. And, crucially, share it.
Automatic Data Processing: Still Processing, Apparently
You know Automatic Data Processing – ADP. They handle payroll. It’s what your HR department pretends to understand. You’d think in the age of AI, payroll would be…automated. But, and this is where it gets interesting, ADP is doing surprisingly well. Turns out, people still need people. Especially when it comes to figuring out benefits, time off, and the general messiness of being human at work. They’re leaning into AI, but as a tool to augment HR, not replace it. Which, frankly, is a relief. Imagine trying to argue with an algorithm about your vacation days.
Oh, and they’ve raised their dividend for 51 consecutive years. That’s…commitment. That’s longer than most marriages. And probably less messy.
Digital Realty Trust: Renting Out the Cloud
Digital Realty Trust. Sounds like a Bond villain, doesn’t it? They don’t actually threaten global domination, though. They rent out data centers. Basically, they own the warehouses where the internet lives. If you’re not a tech giant, building your own data center is about as practical as building your own rocket ship. So, you rent space from Digital Realty. Simple. Recurring revenue. Dividend potential. It’s the business model equivalent of a comfortable cardigan.
And here’s the kicker: they’re a REIT – a Real Estate Investment Trust. Which means they get a tax break if they pass most of their profits to shareholders. It’s like the government is saying, “Okay, you’re providing essential infrastructure for the digital age. Here’s a little help.” A forward yield of 2.7% is nothing to scoff at, either.
NextEra Energy: Powering the Future (and Your Dividend)
NextEra Energy. They provide electricity. It’s not glamorous, but it’s essential. People will always need power. Even when they’re arguing about the latest TikTok trend. And unlike, say, the Blockbuster Video of yesteryear, they’re not resting on their laurels. They’re investing heavily in renewables – solar, wind, nuclear, the whole shebang. Which is smart. Because eventually, everyone’s going to realize that burning fossil fuels isn’t a great long-term strategy.
They’ve raised their dividend for 31 consecutive years. That’s…impressive. It suggests a level of corporate discipline that is, frankly, rare these days. The stock is currently yielding 2.7%. It’s not going to make you a millionaire overnight, but it’s a solid, reliable income stream. And in this economy, sometimes, that’s enough.
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