Investing to become financially independent
Investing to become financially independent
Investors are particularly attracted to consistent dividends, as demonstrated by iconic companies such as PepsiCo, McDonald's and 3M, which have maintained consistent growth in their payouts. Analysis of these giants reveals that dividend growth can vary widely depending on economic cycles and corporate policies, but remains a key indicator for long-term investing.
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Meet Emerson Electric Company, an American multinational corporation that stands out as a quiet force in the field of industrial and commercial engineering. Despite modest dividend growth, the company demonstrates remarkable financial stability and an ability to generate regular income, regardless of economic fluctuations.
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AstraZeneca, the pharmaceutical giant born from the merger of Astra AB and Zeneca PLC, has established itself as one of the world leaders in the sector with around 100,000 employees dedicated to the research, development and marketing of pharmaceutical products. The group presents solid financial indicators, with an attractive yield and a generous dividend distribution policy, although investors should be cautious due to the relative youth of its successive dividend increases.
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Discover the in-depth analysis of Leggett & Platt, a leading U.S. furniture and bedding component company that is facing significant financial challenges. Despite an impressive dividend history, the company is struggling to cover its distributions and rising raw material costs, raising questions about its attractiveness to investors.
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Discover the similarities between dividend-oriented and capital-gain-oriented investing, as well as the essential pillars for success in the stock market. This in-depth analysis reveals the importance of diversification, setting clear goals and consistency in your long-term investment strategy.
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To thank my readers for their loyalty, I have added a new page of information on the stocks followed in the Global Dividend Growers strategy portfolio. By clicking on the name of the stock, for example Colgate-Palmolive, you are taken to the "Stock Details" page which gives you detailed and up-to-date information
Discover Praxair Inc (NYSE:PX), a leading North and South American supplier of industrial gases, distinguished by its global presence and impressive patent portfolio. Despite solid stock performance and stable dividend growth, its current valuation suggests a holding strategy for existing investors rather than a new buying opportunity.
Johnson & Johnson, an American healthcare giant founded in 1886, is one of the world's largest manufacturers of pharmaceutical, medical and cosmetic products with iconic brands such as Tylenol, Band-Aid and Neutrogena. The company stands out for its impressive history of growing dividends for decades, offering attractive stability for investors despite a slightly high payout ratio.
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