In 2022 and 2023, many dividend stocks slumped as investors moved towards higher-yielding investments. However, the Federal Reserve reduced benchmark rates in 2024 and 2025, making high-yield stocks like Realty Income (NYSE: O) and Energy Transfer (NYSE: ET) appealing again. Realty Income is a REIT with over 15,500 properties, offering a 5.6% forward yield. Energy Transfer operates over 140,000 miles of pipeline and offers an 8% forward yield. Both stocks are seen as solid options for income-oriented investors as interest rates decline. Realty Income expects its stock to rise, while Energy Transfer remains undervalued at $17.

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