6 Cheap, Safe Dividend Stocks Now On Sale

There’s no secret that Warren Buffett’s company Berkshire Hathaway (BRK-A) never paid a dividend to its shareholders. Ironically, he usually buys companies with a long history of dividend payments. This is the reason he does not mind if there’s pessimism in the market. His insurance is the dividend he receives from these companies. Here is my analysis of solid companies with a good track record of dividend increases: Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT) WMT is the kind of stock to hold during a recession. The demand for discount retailers will be higher as consumers would prefer buying inexpensive items. The company is also a hedge against a falling dollar as more than 40% of its sales are outside the US. This figure will most likely continue in the future. It is currently looking to expand its international presence via acquisitions and store openings. Its earnings are expected to grow 9.60% this... Read more