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18 May 2026, 06:50 UTC · 3d ago
3 Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now and Never Sell
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The Motley Fool
18 May 2026, 06:50 UTC · 3d ago
Source · https://www.fool.com/investing/2026/05/18/3-dividend-stocks-to-buy-right-now-and-never-sell/
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Walmart has achieved a growth profile where it has outperformed major tech stocks like Apple, Microsoft, Amazon, Meta, and Tesla over the past five years. — Strong relative performance against the 'Magnificent Seven' suggests a fundamental shift in Walmart's valuation from a slow-growth retailer to a growth-oriented powerhouse.
+0.60Walmart's global membership fee revenue grew 15.1% in the most recent quarter, with e-commerce now representing 23% of total revenue. — Diversification into high-margin digital advertising and subscription models improves long-term profitability and resilience.
+0.40Walmart maintains a low dividend payout ratio of approximately 44% and has a 53-year streak of dividend increases. — A low payout ratio indicates significant headroom for continued dividend growth and financial stability.
+0.30Coca-Cola leverages a diversified product portfolio across water, coffee, tea, juices, and alcohol to maintain consistency regardless of economic conditions. — Portfolio diversification reduces volatility and protects the dividend, though it limits explosive growth potential.
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Described as a 'two-in-one powerhouse' with strong growth in memberships, digital advertising, and e-commerce.
Praised for its branding power, consistent distribution, and safe dividend profile.
Listed as one of three dividend stocks that investors don't have to second-guess and can hold forever.
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