Preferred stocks occupy a unique position in the capital structure. They pay fixed dividends like bonds, but trade on stock exchanges like common equity. For income investors seeking higher yields than common stock dividends without […]
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Non-traded real estate investment trusts promise stable income and portfolio diversification. Many brokers present them as safe alternatives to bonds or dividend stocks. The reality is more complex. Non-traded REITs carry substantial liquidity risks, high
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Broker churning is one of the most damaging forms of securities misconduct targeting retirees and conservative investors. It occurs when a financial advisor places excessive trades in a client account to generate commissions rather than
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Southern Company has maintained its quarterly dividend through the first half of 2026, providing a reliable income stream for conservative investors even as interest rate volatility and regulatory uncertainty roil other utility names. The Atlanta-based
The SEC settled fraud charges against investment adviser Adit Ventures on August 10, 2026, alleging the firm misrepresented the value of pre-IPO shares in SpaceX and Klarna that it sold to retail investors. The settlement
Marathon Petroleum Corporation reached a new 52-week high on August 11, 2026, following a bullish analyst upgrade that highlighted strengthening refining margins and the company’s disciplined capital return program. The stock has outperformed the broader
Telus Corporation slashed its quarterly dividend on August 11, 2026, sending shockwaves through the Canadian telecom sector and forcing income investors to reassess their exposure to traditional dividend-paying carriers. The NYSE-listed shares fell sharply on
The SEC and CFTC filed parallel civil complaints against Goliath Ventures Inc. and its founder Christopher Delgado on August 11, 2026, alleging a $397 million cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme that defrauded retail investors across multiple states.
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International Business Machines raised its quarterly dividend in 2026, extending a 29-year streak of consecutive increases. The Armonk-based technology company continues to transform its business model around hybrid cloud infrastructure and enterprise artificial intelligence, offering
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AbbVie maintains its position as a leading Dividend Aristocrat in the pharmaceutical sector, offering income investors a reliable payout amid the largest patent cliff in the company’s history. The North Chicago-based biopharmaceutical giant faces accelerating
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