The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

Some investors treat the stock market as a casino where they aim to quickly make boatloads of money betting on speculative stocks in booming but unproven industries. However, that investing style involves a great deal of stress and uncertainty, which can keep you up at night. For those who want to sleep easier, the alternative is to bet on stable blue chip dividend stocks that can offer reliable cash returns decades into the future. Let's discuss some reasons why Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) and Realty Income Corporation (NYSE: O) could make solid picks. In general, dividend stocks are known for their stability and profits, which they return to shareholders. But at the top of the pack, there is an even more elite group of companies called "Dividend Kings," which have increased their dividends for a jaw-dropping 50 consecutive years or more. With 63 years of dividend hikes, Coca-Cola is firmly within this category.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool