Investors love dividend stocks, especially high-yield ones, because they offer a significant income stream and have substantial total return potential. Total return includes interest, capital gains, dividends, and distributions realized over time. The higher the dividend a company pays, the greater the odds are for total return success.
We screened our 24/7 Wall St. high-yield dividend stocks research database looking for quality companies that pay at least an 8% dividend. Four standouts in their respective sectors hit our screens, and all make sense for those looking for passive income and have a somewhat higher risk tolerance. All of the companies are rated Buy at the top Wall Street firms we cover.
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