Investing : In times of stock market uncertainty, many investors turn to investments that offer stability and a steady stream of income. The best dividend stocks often provide both.
The best high-dividend stock is currently Two Harbors Investment Corp (TWO), which has a forward dividend yield of 15.32%. As listed below, includes only U.S.-based stocks in the S&P 500 and Russell 2000, with payout ratios below 100%.
Two Harbors Investment Corp (TWO) 15.32%
AG Mortgage Investment Trust Inc (MITT) 11.63%
Sunrise Realty Trust Inc (SUNS) 11.15%
Resources Connection Inc (RGP) 10.40%
International Seaways Inc (INSW) 10.12%
Buckle, Inc (BKE) 9.14%
Monro Inc (MNRO) 9.08%
Dividend stocks vs. dividend funds.
There are two main ways to invest in dividend stocks: Through funds — such as index funds or exchange-traded funds — that hold dividend stocks, or by purchasing individual dividend stocks.