Do-It-Yourself (DIY) Investor: 2012 Dividend Aristocrats

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Wednesday, December 7, 2011

2012 Dividend Aristocrats

Source:

melmelsmith.com

Dividend aristocrats are S&P 500 companies that have increased dividends for 25 years in a row. There are 50 companies on the list. A listing, including number of years dividends have increased for each company, has been produced by Dividend Growth Investor. Note that near the bottom of the post is a listing for so-called "Dividend Champions." This is a broader listing with less stringent capitalization requirements.

These lists are excellent starting points for those building a portfolio to create a specific income stream as well as those just looking to pick up a little yield.