Best in Breed Dividend Stocks: Core Holdings for the Long-Term Investor (Part 3)

In the previous two installments of "Best in Breed Dividend Stocks," (and here) we discussed what constitutes a best in breed dividend stock. Again, without regurgitating the entire article, the key investment metrics I focus on are: Consistent Long Term Dividend Payments, Dividend Growth Rate, a low Dividend Payout Ratio, above average Return on Equity, above average Sustainable Growth, and a Durable Competitive Advantage. In previous posts, we have focused on seven sectors: Consumer Staples: Pepsico Inc. (PEP) Energy: Chevron Corporation (CVX) Healthcare: Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) Industrial: Norfolk Southern Corporation (NSC) Services: McDonalds Corporation (MCD) Technology: Intel Corporation (INTC) Utilities: Southern Company (SO) In this installment, we will be examining Telecoms, Financials and basic materials.... Read more