In this week’s episode of Dividend Talk, Derek from Engineer My Freedom and European DGI discuss the topic on every income investor’s mind: Are high-yield dividend stocks sustainable, or will their payouts eventually get cut? They dive deep into the pros and cons of building a high-yield dividend portfolio, offering actionable insights for dividend investors.
Alongside the main discussion on high-yield dividend stocks, the hosts also explore key news stories and provide updates on major earnings reports and dividend hikes from well-known companies.
Main Topic: High-Yield Dividend Stocks
Timestamp: 12:16
The episode focuses on whether a high-yield dividend portfolio is a sustainable strategy for long-term investors. Derek and European DGI break down the risks involved in chasing high dividends, such as the potential for dividend cuts during economic downturns. They discuss strategies for balancing high-yield dividend stocks with other investments to achieve financial independence while maintaining portfolio safety.
News of the Week: Nike Earnings
- Timestamp: 3:22
The hosts analyze Nike’s latest earnings report and its impact on the stock ($NKE). Nike has been facing challenges, especially with its transition to a direct-to-consumer model. Revenues were down, but the company still managed to increase gross margins. Will Nike’s iconic brand be enough to sustain the stock?
Dividend Hikes
- Timestamp: 8:28
This week saw some notable dividend hikes:- Lockheed Martin ($LMT) raised its dividend by nearly 5%, continuing its 22-year streak of dividend growth.
- RPM International ($RPM), a dividend king with 51 years of consecutive growth, raised its payout by 10.9%.
- Colgate-Palmolive ($CL) announced a 4.2% increase, bringing its streak to 61 years of dividend growth.
Listener Questions & Portfolio Strategies
- Timestamp: 9:53
The hosts tackle listener questions, including how to structure a portfolio with high-yield dividend stocks while managing risk. They discuss examples from their own portfolios, including stocks like Omega Healthcare ($OHI), and whether combining high yielders with growth stocks like Microsoft ($MSFT) and Apple ($AAPL) can be a winning strategy.
Tickers Mentioned in the Episode:
- Nike ($NKE) – News of the Week: Earnings breakdown
- Lockheed Martin ($LMT) – Dividend hike
- RPM International ($RPM) – Dividend hike
- Colgate-Palmolive ($CL) – Dividend hike
- Omega Healthcare ($OHI) – High-yield stock discussed in the main topic
- Microsoft ($MSFT) – Mentioned in portfolio strategy discussion
- Apple ($AAPL) – Mentioned in portfolio strategy discussion
- British American Tobacco ($BTI) – Discussed as a high-yield stock
- Altria ($MO) – Discussed as a high-yield stock
- ASML ($ASML) – Mentioned in listener questions
- Agree Realty ($ADC) – Mentioned in listener questions
Final Thoughts
This episode offers valuable insights for those considering investing in high-yield dividend stocks. While high yields can seem attractive, the hosts emphasize the importance of balancing them with sustainable growth and being aware of the risks, such as dividend cuts during downturns.
If you’re curious about how to build a high-yield dividend portfolio or want to learn more about the strategies Derek and European DGI use, be sure to give the full episode a listen!
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