Dividend Stocks Outperform Growth Stocks Over Long Term
Dividend-paying stocks have historically delivered superior returns compared to non-dividend payers, with annualized gains of 10.24% for consistent dividend growers versus just 4.31% for non-payers since 1973. The reliability of payouts signals mature business models and stable cash flows—qualities increasingly valued in volatile markets.
Pharmaceutical giant Pfizer emerges as a prime candidate, combining defensive sector positioning with an attractive yield. Such stocks appeal to investors transitioning from speculative growth plays to sustainable income generation, particularly during economic uncertainty.