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3 Best Dividend Stocks, According to Analysts, 2/5/2025
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3 Best Dividend Stocks, According to Analysts, 2/5/2025

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Investing in dividend stocks can provide capital appreciation and regular income. With TipRanks’ Best Dividend Stocks Screener tool, we’ve identified the three best dividend stocks with a yield of about 6%.

Dividend-paying stocks are a great way to generate passive income and can be considered a safe bet in the current uncertain market situation. Furthermore, these stocks have the potential to generate notable capital gains. To assess these returns, investors can use TipRanks’ Dividend Calculator, which helps estimate future income based on investment size.

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Leveraging the TipRanks’ Best Dividend Stocks Screener, we have identified three stocks with Strong Buy ratings from analysts. Further, they boast an Outperform Smart Score (i.e. 8, 9, or 10) on TipRanks. The Smart Score evaluates eight factors to gauge a stock’s potential to outperform the broader market. Additionally, these stocks have a dividend yield of about 6%.

Here are this week’s stocks:

Golub Capital (GBDC) – This is an equity firm that specializes in providing credit and equity investments to middle-market companies. The stock has a dividend yield of 10.55% and a Smart Score of “Perfect 10.” Interestingly, three out of the four Wall Street analysts covering GBDC stock have rated it a Buy, with their 12-month consensus price target indicating an upside of about 4%.

Rithm Capital (RITM) – This is a real estate investment trust (REIT) that focuses on investments in real estate and mortgage-related assets. The stock has a dividend yield of 8.83% and a Smart Score of “Perfect 10.” In the last three months, all three Wall Street Analysts covering the stock have rated it a Buy. Taken together, their 12-month price targets imply an upside of about 18%.

AES (AES) – AES is a global energy company that provides energy solutions through its diverse portfolio. The stock carries a dividend yield of 6.47% and a Smart Score of “Perfect 10.” In the last three months, all nine Wall Street Analysts covering the stock have rated it a Buy. Taken together, their 12-month price targets imply an upside of about 56%.

What Is Tipranks’ Smart Dividend Newsletter?

TipRanks Smart Dividends Newsletter delivers a weekly high-quality dividend stock recommendation, backed by detailed analysis and up-to-date market insights. A well-chosen dividend stock can enhance your income investment portfolio and potentially yield long-term returns.

For a complete list of dividend stocks and their payout dates, check out the TipRanks Dividend Calendar.

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