When people invest in stock markets, they intend to make capital gains. But, we often miss out that there is also an option to earn passive income through dividends.
Investing in dividend-paying stocks gives dual benefits to investors i.e., probable capital gains and regular income via dividends. Hence, companies with high dividend payout ratios are attractive for investment.
However, it is not easy to spot good dividend-paying stocks. One has to undertake a careful study of the market and its participants to spot a dividend paymaster.
While paying dividends generates regular income for investors, paying high dividends means cutting down on the profit that could be invested back in the business. This might slow down the growth of the company.
This might harm the capital appreciation of a stock. Hence, investor expectations may not be fulfilled.
That is why you shouldn't just look at dividend ratios alone to pick stocks.
Here are some screens for dividends on Equitymaster's stock screener:
May 27, 2023
Looking for cash in in these volatile times? Here are five stocks paying big dividends in July 2023.
May 10, 2023
This is why the recent fall in OFSS share price looks like a temporary blip.
Apr 26, 2023
Breaking down the reasons why these stocks rallied 20% today and what to watch out for.
Apr 22, 2023
Watch out for these two companies declaring big dividends in May 2023.
Mar 31, 2023
This company has had 3 rights issues and around 10 bonus shares in the past 35 years. What's more, the dividend payout has only grown over the years.
Mar 21, 2023
These companies are declaring big dividends in April 2023. Do you own them?
Feb 7, 2023
If you are looking for some immediate payouts, here are four stocks with hefty dividend payments around the corner.
Jan 21, 2023
Add these low-priced stocks to your watchlist which have a history of paying dividends and have decent financials.
Jan 2, 2023
What are the best dividend stocks for 2023? Find out...
Nov 23, 2022
Why is the stock of one of the largest seafood companies reeling under pressure?
May 24, 2023
Share price of high dividend yield stock, Polyplex Corporation plummeted 8% in a day. Find out why.
May 6, 2023
Looking for cash in in these volatile times? These four companies are offering stable and hefty dividends in these unstable markets.
Apr 24, 2023
In a market where FD rates are increasing, these five stocks are offering high dividend yields and beating FD returns.
Apr 19, 2023
If you're looking for passive income from dividends, here are three stocks to consider.
Mar 24, 2023
Investors no longer need to choose between high dividend and high growth stocks. There are a few companies that offer both!
Mar 2, 2023
These penny stocks have a history of making regular payouts and they also have decent financials.
Feb 2, 2023
Hefty dividend payments are around the corner. Watch out for these five stocks in February 2023.
Jan 18, 2023
Khanna's name is missing from the latest shareholding pattern of this packaging firm. This implies she either sold all her stake or at least a partial amount.
Dec 12, 2022
Rahul Shah on 20 stocks that you should watch out for in 2023.
Nov 22, 2022
I often come across investors who categorise themselves as either growth or dividend investors. The good news is, the two don't have to be mutually exclusive.