10 Dividend Growth King Candidates for 2012

Why do we like dividends? Because we like to get paid. While it might be simple to go out and find the biggest yield you can, this method usually isn’t practical. Problems such as sustainability, unreliable income streams and finding a unique business model often get in the way. So income investors turn to the stable companies that have proven that they can consistently increase payouts while maintaining a fundamental business. The true beauty in this consistency is the power of time. Long term investors aren’t overly concerned over a current yield of say 2 or 3%; rather they’re looking forward 10 and 20 years, to 10 and 20% yield on costs. Problem is, even the greatest companies come to a point where growth is difficult. Let’s see if these 10 companies are poised to grow and become the dividend growth kings of 2012 or ready to... Read more