Trump tariffs force factory closures and layoffs as GOP voters push back
Trump tariffs have forced US factory closures and worker layoffs, triggering a revolt among GOP voters. What it means for markets and income investors.
dividend safety
How to tell if a high-yield monthly dividend stock is safe or a dividend trap
Learn how to tell if a high-yield monthly dividend stock is safe or a dividend trap using payout ratio, NAV trends, and leverage warning signs.
Monthly dividend REITs vs BDCs vs CEFs: which structure pays the most reliable income
Compare monthly dividend REITs, BDCs and CEFs on yield, dividend safety and payout reliability. Free guide with data for income investors in 2026.
Scotiabank strategist warns dividend yield alone is unlikely to pay off for investors
Scotiabank strategist warns that dividend yield alone won’t deliver. Here’s what income investors should focus on instead of chasing high payouts.
Wall Street’s top-rated analysts flag 3 defensive stocks with high dividend yields
Wall Street’s most accurate analysts highlight 3 defensive stocks with high dividend yields. Here’s why income investors are paying attention.
Deloitte Canada slashes GDP growth forecast by 20% as tariffs weigh on economy
Deloitte Canada cuts its GDP growth forecast by 20% as Trump tariffs grip the economy. What the slowdown means for markets and income investors.
High-yield dividend stocks with warning signs investors should not ignore
High-yield dividend stocks can lure income investors into traps. Learn the warning signs behind oversized payouts and how to protect your portfolio.
6 checks that separate reliable dividend stocks from yield traps
Use this 6-step checklist to evaluate any dividend stock before you buy. Covers yield, payout ratio, growth streak, debt, sector risk, and safety score.
Most S&P 500 dividends survived 2008 and 2020, but the cuts that did happen clustered in a few predictable places
How do dividend stocks perform during a recession? We break down the 2008 and 2020 dividend cut waves by sector and show which payers held firm.
Shipping and energy stocks are flashing yields above 25%, but here is what the payouts actually look like
Shipping and energy dividend stocks show yields above 25%. We break down what’s behind the eye-popping payouts and what income investors should watch.