11-20-2020, 03:34 AM
First of all, just because the share price has fallen it does not mean that AT&T is a bad example. You were looking to give an example of how you can generate much more in dividends versus the interest rates banks offer. T still does exactly that. I think T might be even a better example now, since T proves that it's not risk free since the value of the shares does fluctuate but often the dividends still keep coming unless the company is in real trouble.
If you choose a stock with great historical performance then you are setting your audience up for unrealistic expectations, since now you have the power of hindsight.
If you still do prefer to move on from T.
JNJ - this is pretty much my default for an example into dividend & dividend growth investing. And it's a very, very common name in DGI portfolios.
Canadian banks - solid dividend history with yields around 4-5% right now
utilities and reits - these usually fit when you are looking for something stable with a decent yield. (though right now hard to find high yielders)
If you choose a stock with great historical performance then you are setting your audience up for unrealistic expectations, since now you have the power of hindsight.
If you still do prefer to move on from T.
JNJ - this is pretty much my default for an example into dividend & dividend growth investing. And it's a very, very common name in DGI portfolios.
Canadian banks - solid dividend history with yields around 4-5% right now
utilities and reits - these usually fit when you are looking for something stable with a decent yield. (though right now hard to find high yielders)