As dividend growth investors, we like essential products as they create a constant demand. The Healthcare and the Utilities sectors fit well in that definition. While their reliable dividends make them attractive for retirees, one should not forget to look at these capital-intensive companies' debt levels. Here's what you need to know about Healthcare and Utilities! You'll Learn What the healthcare and utility sectors have in common. Why are drug manufacturers not thriving more …
[Podcast] DGB 08: Sector Allocation – How Many Sectors Should You Have in Your Portfolio and Which Ones?
Sector allocation is a key component in a good investment strategy. But how many should an investor hold? And which ones? If you follow Mike's simple process, you will rapidly build your sector allocation and identify the ideal number of stocks to hold in each. Master this concept now! You'll Learn How many stocks should an investor have in his portfolio and why. Which sectors to choose according to your risk tolerance. Why one should not invest much more than 20% in a single …
Brookfield Stocks: Which Type of Shares Should You Hold?
Brookfield stocks have reported robust performances for several years. Most of them trade on both the Canadian and U.S. markets and offer generous dividend payouts. However, understanding the differences between Brookfield Infrastructure, Renewable, Properties or Asset Management could be a real puzzle to solve. It has become even worse after the company created new share classes last year for three of its “family members”. Which type of shares should you hold? Brookfield Asset …
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[Podcast] DGB 07: Get the Best of Each Sector Series – Communication and Financial Services
When thinking about the Communication Services sector, telecoms instantly come to mind. In the Financial Services, we can't help stating banks! Yet, these sectors have evolved in recent years with new players coming in. How did it change them, and how to get the best of them? Know which glasses you must put on to look at the Communication and the Financial Services! You'll Learn How "Tech" Companies in the Communication Services impacted the sector. Why you should consider …
A Few Lessons From the Past 12 Months – February Dividend Income Report
In September of 2017, I received slightly over $100K from my former employer which represented the commuted value of my pension plan. I decided to invest 100% of this money into dividend growth stocks. Each month, I publish my results. I don’t do this to brag. I do this to show you it is possible to build a lasting portfolio during an all-time highly valued market. The market will inevitably go down, as it did in 2020. But I continued to enjoy cashing consistent and growing dividends despite …
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Financial Services Sector: Both Exciting and Scary for Investors
The financial sector is both exciting and scary for investors. On the one hand, you have solid banks which are the heart of our capitalist system. They are a sign of trust, stability and growth. On the other hand, you think about all the exotic financial strategies like mortgage-backed securities, options and swaps. You realize that even those who manufactured those products don’t always understand the complex monster they created. To simplify things a little, you can divide financials into …
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