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Building a Dividend Portfolio That Actually Works

Building a Dividend Portfolio That Actually Works

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12
Nov
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Chevron: Built for Cash, Not Clicks

Chevron survived the Hess deal distraction. Now at $153 with 80% upstream margins and FCF covering dividends 1.7x, you're paying for discipline at 16.5× earnings. Guyana's $35 breakevens change everything. Target: $170 by 2027.
3 min read
10
Nov
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The Smart Way to Start Investing: Low-Cost Index Funds

Most investors overthink the market. Low-cost index funds strip away the noise—minimal fees, instant diversification, and steady compounding. Keep it simple, stay disciplined, and let time do the work.
2 min read
07
Nov
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5 Dividend Kings That Beat ESG Funds at Sustainable Investing

Dividend Kings have raised payouts for 50+ years straight through recessions, rate hikes, and market crashes. Here are five that deliver sustainable income with payout ratios under 70% and cash flow you can count on.
3 min read
05
Nov
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Palantir: The Cult Stock That Forgot It’s Not a Religion

The fundamentals scream brilliance. The price screams mania.
4 min read
03
Nov
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How to Manage Your Portfolio Actively Without Losing Your Mind

Active investing isn’t about staring at charts all day. It’s about staying alert without losing your sanity.
3 min read
31
Oct
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Five Metrics to Judge Your Dividend In Less Than 2 Minutes

Straight up: Chasing dividend yield is like betting on fireworks—flashy, but it fizzles fast. Real income? It's coverage that holds in a storm, cash that doesn't vanish, and raises that compound without the smoke. Here's five no-BS checks to separate keepers from traps. Run 'em on your holds today.
2 min read
29
Oct
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5 Dividend Kings Paying Over 3% in 2025

Five Dividend Aristocrats yielding over 3% that prove high income doesn’t have to mean high risk in 2025’s volatile market.
5 min read
27
Oct
Line chart showing price levels rising sharply during premarket hours (3–9:30 AM ET) and falling once the market opens, illustrating how premarket hype fades after the open.

Early Birds and Duds: Unpacking Premarket Moves with a Veteran's Eye

Today's premarket darlings could be tomorrow's duds. Let's dive deeper before you dive in.
2 min read
24
Oct
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Uncle Sam Buys In: Lithium Americas Surges

A government stake can spark rallies or regrets — knowing which takes more than headlines.
2 min read
22
Oct
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Mastering the Art of Portfolio Diversification: Investment Truths from the Trenches

Cut through the noise. Build a portfolio that weathers storms and shines in the sun.
2 min read
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