Major U.S. indices had a good run in 2024, thanks to the buzz around artificial intelligence and interest rate cuts. However, macro uncertainty could weigh on investor sentiment in 2025. In this scenario, investors looking for regular income can consider adding dividend stocks to their portfolios.), a specialty finance provider that offers financing solutions to private middle-market companies. With a quarterly dividend of 48 cents per share, ARCC stock offers a yield of 8.7%.
Lee also emphasized ARCC's dividends, which are backed by the company's core earnings per share and potential net realized gains. Moreover, ConocoPhillips raised its quarterly dividend by 34% to 78 cents per share and boosted its existing share repurchase authorization by up to $20 billion. Based on an annualized dividend per share of $3.12, COP stock offers a dividend yield of 3%.upgraded ConocoPhillips stock to buy from hold and raised the price target to $134 from $132."COP offers an enviable combination of long-duration inventory, a fortress balance sheet and peer-leading cash returns," said Kumar.
Kumar ranks No. 336 among more than 9,200 analysts tracked by TipRanks. His ratings have been profitable 58% of the time, delivering an average return of 12.1%. See), a restaurant company that owns several popular brands like Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, Yard House, and Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen. The company recently announced its results for the second quarter of fiscal 2025 and raised its annual sales guidance., payable on Feb. 3. At a quarterly dividend of $1.