Three Underappreciated Dividend Champions to Watch in 2025

Dividend Champions—companies with 25+ years of consecutive dividend hikes—often fly under the radar. Enbridge (ENB), Enterprise Products Partners (EPD), and National Retail Properties (NNN) exemplify this trend, offering reliable payouts despite limited mainstream attention.

Enbridge stands out with a 70-year dividend history and a 6% yield. The Canadian infrastructure giant has CA$32 billion in secured projects underway, targeting 3-5% annual cash FLOW growth through 2029. Another CA$50 billion pipeline of potential expansions could further cement its status.

Enterprise Products Partners and National Retail Properties similarly combine decades of dividend consistency with understated market positioning. Their ability to fund growth while maintaining payouts makes them compelling case studies in disciplined capital allocation.