In this article, I explain what high-yield dividend companies are and why I find them interesting — they provide steady income, perform well over time, and help your money compound. I also share a list of 200 high-yield stocks that meet my criteria for yield, growth, and quality, with Altria as a great example of what long-term dividend investing can achieve.
Loved this compendium. One suggestion: tag a ‘safety subset’ (FCF payout ≤70, net debt/EBITDA ≤3, IG credit). Also, adding shareholder yield would highlight total-return candidates, not just big coupons. Happy to help draft a template if useful.
Outstanding resource for dividend investors! The Altria example is a perfect illustration of the power of long-term dividend compounding - that 10% CAGR total return over 20 years demonstrates exactly why quality matters alongside yield. The 200+ stock watchlist is incredibly valuable, though I agree with the comment above about verifying the payout ratios. One additional metric worth considering for this list would be dividend growth consistency - companies that have raised dividends for 10+ consecutive years tend to have more sustainable business models. The combination of 5%+ yield, stable earnings, and reasonable payout ratios is the sweet spot. Great work aggregating this data!
As someone new to investing I'd like to understand better is the payout ratio unimportant compared to the dividend yield. This will help me in building my portfolio.
Loved this compendium. One suggestion: tag a ‘safety subset’ (FCF payout ≤70, net debt/EBITDA ≤3, IG credit). Also, adding shareholder yield would highlight total-return candidates, not just big coupons. Happy to help draft a template if useful.
Great suggestion. Working on this!
Outstanding resource for dividend investors! The Altria example is a perfect illustration of the power of long-term dividend compounding - that 10% CAGR total return over 20 years demonstrates exactly why quality matters alongside yield. The 200+ stock watchlist is incredibly valuable, though I agree with the comment above about verifying the payout ratios. One additional metric worth considering for this list would be dividend growth consistency - companies that have raised dividends for 10+ consecutive years tend to have more sustainable business models. The combination of 5%+ yield, stable earnings, and reasonable payout ratios is the sweet spot. Great work aggregating this data!
Surprised OMF is not on this list. I’d be interested in your thoughts on the company.
This is defintely a company that could be added to the list!
Most companies on the list are showing a Payout Ratio of 0%. I think that's an error. Can you pls help with a corrected file
Looking into this. Thanks for letting us know!
As someone new to investing I'd like to understand better is the payout ratio unimportant compared to the dividend yield. This will help me in building my portfolio.
I would say the payout ratio is just as important! It tells you something about the sustainability of the dividend