3 Dividend Stocks That Could Double Their Yield in 2017

Now, I personally cannot predict the future, nor do I have access to insider information, but history is a great teacher when it comes to making more informed decisions. That’s why you want to look at companies that have increased their dividends by 100% or more in a year. The businesses’ balance sheets and cash flows are also quite important. There are many different types of dividend stocks, such as high-dividend stocks or stocks that pay out a certain percentage of earnings each quarter. Which type best suits you will depend on your investment goals. That said, I believe that dividend growth stocks are the ideal income stock for anyone, because the investment will grow, which every stockholder should desire...

Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) had humble beginnings, starting out in a garage in California. But today, Apple is one of the largest companies in the world based on market cap. A few years ago, AAPL stock would have never made this list. That’s because, at the time, there was no dividend. In 2012, however, a dividend was initiated and, since then, its growth has been impressive. AFLAC Incorporated (NYSE:AFL) is an insurance company that offers health and life insurance to individuals and businesses. The main focus of the business is the U.S., but the firm has operations in Japan as well. Oracle Corporation (NYSE:ORCL) is a leading provider of enterprise and technology solutions, selling hardware products and services.

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