Dividend Aristocrat
Definition
An S&P 500 company that has increased its dividend payout for at least 25 consecutive years. As of 2026, there are about 65 Dividend Aristocrats, including Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola, and Johnson & Johnson.
Related Terms
Blue Chip Stock
Shares of large, well-established, financially sound companies with a history of reliable performance. Examples include Apple, Microsoft, Johnson & Johnson, and Coca-Cola. Blue chips are considered safer but typically grow slower than small caps.
Dividend
A distribution of a company's earnings to shareholders, typically paid quarterly. Dividends provide regular income and are a sign of financial health. The average S&P 500 dividend yield is around 1.5-2%.
Dividend Yield
The annual dividend payment divided by the stock price, expressed as a percentage. A stock trading at $100 with a $3 annual dividend has a 3% dividend yield. Higher yields can indicate value or risk.
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