Summary: 15 Dow Jones stocks paid over $150 billion in dividends in 2024, likely to increase in 2025.

From Nasdaq: 2025-01-12 07:17:00

The Dow Jones Industrial Average consists of 30 top blue-chip companies, many of which pay growing dividends. In 2024, 15 Dow components paid over $150 billion in total dividends. Companies like McDonald’s and IBM have raised dividends for over 10 years, signaling strong business performance.

Investing in dividend-paying companies can boost passive income. Apple and Microsoft are examples of dividend growth stocks, paying out large dividends while focusing on business growth. Coca-Cola and Procter & Gamble, with over 50 years of dividend increases, offer reliable income sources. Choose companies based on your financial goals and risk tolerance.

JPMorgan Chase is an advertising partner, with no positions in the mentioned stocks. The Motley Fool recommends dividend growth stocks like Microsoft and Apple, along with reliable income sources like Coca-Cola and Procter & Gamble. It’s important to research and understand companies before investing to navigate market volatility effectively.



Read more at Nasdaq: Meet the 15 Dow Jones Stocks That Combined for Over $150 Billion in Dividends in 2024 and Will All Likely Boost Their Payouts Again in 2025