Key Facts on Dividend Stocks
AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) has achieved a milestone as a Dividend King by increasing its dividend for 53 consecutive years, with a current forward yield of approximately 3.2%. The company has demonstrated resilience even after losing patent exclusivity on its primary drug, Humira, approximately three years ago, continuing to grow through strategic investments and acquisitions.
The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) has raised its dividend for 63 consecutive years, currently offering a forward yield of 2.8%. With a market share of 14% in developed markets and only 7% in emerging markets, Coca-Cola remains positioned for growth despite its longstanding status as a blue-chip stock.
Realty Income (NYSE: O) boasts a solid track record of dividend increases for over 30 years, with a current yield of 5.3%. The company has raised its dividend 133 times since becoming public in 1994 and maintains a low volatility, indicated by a beta of 0.5, reinforcing its stability in the market.
