Investors on the lookout for dividend income amid the ongoing volatility in the stock market should buy stocks ahead of their ex-dividend dates. Using TipRanks’ Dividend Calendar, let’s look at two stocks that will go ex-dividend next week. What stands out is that these dividend stocks have a Strong Buy consensus rating from analysts.
CVS Health (NYSE:CVS)
CVS Health operates a retail pharmacy chain and is also a pharmacy benefits manager. It has received eight Buy and one Hold recommendations for a Strong Buy consensus rating. It pays a quarterly dividend of $0.605 per share, translating into an annual dividend of $2.42. CVS stock also offers a decent forward yield of over 3%. The stock will go ex-dividend on April 20.
Gladstone Commercial (NASDAQ:GOOD)
Gladstone Commercial operates as a Real Estate Investment Trust with a focus on industrial and office properties. GOOD stock has received three Buy recommendations for a Strong Buy consensus rating. It pays a monthly dividend of $0.1 per share and will go ex-dividend on April 20. It offers a high forward dividend yield of approximately 9.6%.
