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Morningstar celebrates its 40th anniversary this week. To celebrate, here’s a sampling of some of the best investments across stocks, funds, and ETFs that epitomize Morningstar’S approach to investing. 20 of the Best Funds to Own.
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10 Best Dividend Stocks to Buy to find the best dividend stocks. The dividend stocks on this list are among the index’s top constituents. They were also undervalued as of May 3, 2024, with Morningstar Ratings of 4 and 5 stars.
Medtronic has raised its dividend for 46 consecutive years, earning it dividend aristocrat status. Duke has carved out a narrow economic moat because of the constructive regulatory environments in which much of its regulated business operates. PNC Financial Services is the only bank on our list of the best dividend stocks to buy.
Sempra rounds out our list of the best dividend stocks to buy. The company has paid dividends of $2.80 per share in the past three years. The stock is trading 8% below our $79 fair value estimate. We expect the firm’s investment opportunities at its regulated utilities in California and Texas to remain its primary growth driver.
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