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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··David Jagielski, Cpa

BMY's 4.4% Dividend Masks Looming Patent Cliff Risks

Bristol Myers Squibb's attractive 4.4% dividend yield faces headwinds from major patent expirations on blockbuster drugs Eliquis and Opdivo.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Leo Sun

Hormuz Strait Tensions Pose Fresh Risks for Coca-Cola in 2026

Strait of Hormuz disruptions threaten Coca-Cola with higher costs and currency headwinds, though its 63-year dividend streak suggests enduring resilience.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··James Hires

NextEra Energy Capitalizes on Nuclear Renaissance With Google Deal, 32-Year Dividend Streak

NextEra Energy leverages nuclear partnerships and 32-year dividend growth to capitalize on global atomic energy resurgence, targeting 8% EPS growth through 2035.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Prosper Junior Bakiny

Abbott Labs Stock Slides 22% on Weak Diagnostics, But Dividend Investors See Opportunity

$ABT down 22% after disappointing earnings, but strong medical devices and $21B Exact Sciences deal offer recovery potential for income seekers.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··James Brumley

ADP's 36% Decline Creates Buying Opportunity for Dividend Investors, Analysts Say

Automatic Data Processing ($ADP) has fallen 36% amid AI concerns, but maintains strong dividend history with 51 consecutive annual increases, presenting potential value opportunity.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Marc Guberti

Walmart's Fortress Dividend Draws Investors Seeking Stable Income and Growth

Walmart offers dividend investors growth through 24% e-commerce expansion and 37% ad growth, backed by 53 years of consecutive increases and a conservative 34% payout ratio.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Catie Hogan

Nike Stock Down 11% in 2026: Is the Swoosh Finally Undervalued?

Nike's stock has plummeted 50% since 2021 and fallen 11% in 2026, but CEO Elliott Hill's 'Win Now' turnaround strategy and reasonable valuation metrics suggest potential recovery for patient investors.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Neil Patel

Can Coca-Cola Justify Its Premium Valuation in a Mature Market?

Coca-Cola's fortress brand and dividend growth appeal, but elevated 25.6 P/E valuation in a mature, slow-growth industry suggests limited five-year return potential.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Will Healy

Miller Value Partners Exits Buckle Position After $4.2M Share Sale

Miller Value Partners exits entire $BKE position worth $4.2 million, citing weak earnings growth and near-zero projected 2027 profit expansion despite recent 36.8% stock gains.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Daniel Foelber

Target Stock Soars 31% on Turnaround Hopes, but Headwinds Cloud Outlook

Target surges 31% in three months on turnaround hopes, but faces headwinds with only 2% guidance. 3.8% dividend yield and Dividend King status appeal to income investors.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Adam Spatacco

Hercules Capital Shows Conviction With $1.9M Insider Buying Amid Dividend Strength

Hercules Capital insiders bought $1.9M in stock in February amid record $3.9B investment commitments and a fortress 120% dividend coverage ratio, signaling management confidence despite 52-week lows.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Todd Shriber

Mondelez Stock Slides 10% Despite Strong Fundamentals, Offers Dividend Appeal

Mondelez trades down 10.6% despite posting 4% organic growth and 18% operating margins, offering a 3.32% yield with high-single-digit dividend growth potential.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Bram Berkowitz

Walmart Shares Tumble 4.3% as Analyst Flags Valuation Concerns at 47x P/E

$WMT shares fell 4.3% after Erste Group analyst downgraded stock to Hold, citing excessive 47x P/E valuation despite strong fundamentals.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Neil Patel

Home Depot Stock at Crossroads: Strong Fundamentals Clash With Valuation Concerns

Home Depot's strong Q4 earnings mask concerning fundamentals, with same-store sales at 0.3% and 26x valuation warranting a HOLD rating despite long-term tailwinds.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Robert Izquierdo

Insider Buying Signal: Middlesex Water Director's $109K Share Purchase Signals Confidence

Middlesex Water director purchased 2,000 shares for $109K, signaling confidence. Stock up 10% in 2026 post-rate approval, offering 2.73% dividend yield with 114-year payment history.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Thomas Niel

ADP Trades at Valuation Discount Amid Labor Market Headwinds

ADP stock down 35% from highs amid labor market concerns, but company maintains strong fundamentals, dividend growth, and trades below historical valuation multiples.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Matt Dilallo

Realty Income Doubles Investment Pace, Targets $8B Deployment in 2026

Realty Income doubles investment pace to $8B target for 2026, exceeding 2025's $6.3B deployment through acquisitions, partnerships, and European expansion.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··James Halley

Abbott Laboratories Positions as Dividend Growth Play Amid Diagnostic Headwinds

Abbott maintains 54-year dividend streak with 10% EPS growth projected for 2026, despite near-term diagnostic headwinds and manufacturing challenges offsetting strategic acquisitions and FDA approvals.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Matt Dilallo

Enbridge Advances Growth Pipeline With $14B Project Authorization

Enbridge authorizes CA$14B in 2025 capital projects with CA$39B backlog through 2033, supporting 5% annual earnings growth and consistent dividend increases.
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The Motley FoolThe Motley Fool··Eric Volkman

Medtronic's Defensive Profile and Dividend Consistency Offer Market Stability

Medtronic offers defensive stability through 48 years of dividend increases, essential medical devices, and consistent profitability across economic cycles.
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