2 Dividend Stocks to Double Up on Right Now

Many investors turn to dividend stocks once they prioritize income generation. Since these types of stocks have to generate enough free cash flow to make periodic dividend payments, they tend to be more stable than growth stocks. Additionally, some of these stocks hike their payouts periodically, and this can serve as a source of inflation protection over time.This is the case with both Realty Income (NYSE: O) and PepsiCo (NASDAQ: PEP). Not only do they offer yields that far exceed the 1.1% average dividend yield of the S&P 500, but they also have the backing of strong underlying businesses that could bring stock-price appreciation over time.Image source: Getty Images.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool