Three Dividend Aristocrats with strong financials and potential for growth in Q3.

From Yahoo Finance: 2025-06-27 19:00:00

In uncertain times, dividend income is crucial for financial stability. Dividend Aristocrats are S&P 500 companies that have increased dividends for 25 consecutive years. Timing is key when investing in these stocks. Using Barchart’s Stock Screener, 6 strong Dividend Aristocrats were identified based on analyst ratings and overall strength.

Cardinal Health, a healthcare company, reported $730 million in sales, up 98% from the previous year. It has raised dividends for 29 years and pays a $2.04 annual dividend. Analysts rate it a strong buy, with Barchart Opinion suggesting a bullish trend.

International Business Machines (IBM) reported $14.5 billion in sales for Q1’25, with a 1% increase from last year. IBM has raised dividends for 30 years, paying a $6.72 annual dividend. Analysts rate it a moderate buy, with strong momentum according to Barchart Opinion.

Abbott Laboratories, a healthcare provider, reported sales of $10.4 billion, up 4% from last year. It has increased dividends for 53 years, paying a $2.36 annual dividend. Analysts rate it a strong buy, with Barchart Opinion indicating a potential bullish run. These Dividend Aristocrats are solid options for income portfolios.



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