6 Dividend Stocks With Above-Average Yields

Looking for that elusive investment income? Here are six dividend-paying stocks with above-average yields and the likelihood of reliable payments. These stable companies are spread across industry sectors, from technology to banking. (All yields are as of October 29.) Avista (AVA; yield, 3.7%) is a utility that provides electricity and gas to parts of Washington and Idaho, gas to parts of Oregon, and through a recent acquisition, electric service in and around Juneau, Alaska. CA Technologies (CA, 3.5%) is making the transition from its mainframe software business to a more-modern mix including enterprise solutions and software services.

Meredith (MDP, 3.5%) is the publisher of Better Homes and Gardens, Family Circle and other major magazines. Royal Dutch Shell (RDS.B, 5.3%) is one of the world’s largest oil companies. Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD, 3.5%) is the second-largest Canadian bank by assets. Tupperware Brands (TUP, 4.2%) markets its iconic plastic storage containers through an independent sales force.

Source: Kiplinger

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