2 US dividend stocks to explore in 2023

Let’s explore some of the top dividend-paying stocks that may continue to be on the investors’ radar in the coming months.

For investors, dividend stocks could be an option during a market downturn. In 2022, the markets have remained volatile, and some analysts believe that the world might continue to witness economic uncertainty.

Companies paying regular dividends with a long history down the line often gain traction even during bearish trends.

Dividend payments influence the share price.  The price may rise on the declaration, commensurate with the amount of the dividend announced. It also declines by a similar amount at the opening session of the ex-dividend date.

Dividend is good source of passive income for investor in the turmoiled market.

Rising inflation and interest rates have dealt a double blow to the stock markets. As nervous investors look for haven assets to cope with the current turmoil, some dividend stocks are back in focus. Unlike growth stocks, which are sensitive to int...

Highlights CVS Health Corporation (NYSE: CVS) stock generated a 45.35%-return in one year with an annualized dividend of US$2.20. UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (NYSE: UNH) stock rose 38.62% in one year; its annualized dividend is US$5.80...

Highlights: The XOM stock gave a return of over 42% over the past 12 months Exxon's revenue surged over 82% in Q4, FY21 The S&P 500 energy sector increased by 21.78% YTD The Exxon Mobil (XOM) stock surged over 2 per cent during pre-ma...

Highlights Kinder Morgan, Inc. (NYSE: KMI) has a dividend yield of 6.16%. The company expects a 3% YoY increase in net income to US$2.5 billion in 2022. Vornado Realty Trust (NYSE: VNO) has a dividend yield of 5.13% and a P/E ratio of 82.2...

Highlights Gaming and Leisure Properties, Inc. (NASDAQ: GLPI) has a P/E ratio of 17.4 and an annualized dividend of US$2.68. Iron Mountain Incorporated REIT (NYSE: IRM) has a P/E ratio of 19.36 and an annualized dividend of US$2.474. ...