Safe Dividend Stocks to Move to Now

It has happened before, and it could happen again. While everybody is well aware of the rancor that has accompanied the election cycle for well over a year, most of us probably are hoping that when the results are final that will be it. There has been a fair amount of concern about the actual election itself, and things could get pretty dicey if one candidate doesn’t accept the results. There were similar issues after the 2000 election, and the stock market was not happy with the long delay before the winner was finally declared. We searched the Merrill Lynch research database for very safe stocks that should do fine in the event there is an issue. All are rated Buy...

This company remains a top Warren Buffet holding and offers not only safety, but an incredible strong worldwide brand. Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE: KO) is the world’s largest beverage company, refreshing consumers with more than 500 sparkling and still brands. This top utility continues to raise its dividend regularly. Edison International (NYSE: EIX) generates electricity through hydroelectric, diesel, natural gas, gas fueled, combustion turbine, nuclear and photovoltaic sources. This top consumer staple stock makes good sense for nervous investors. Kraft Heinz Co. (NYSE: KHC) is the third-largest food and beverage company in North America and the fifth-largest food and beverage company in the world, with eight $1 billion plus brands. This top telecommunications company is rated Buy at Merrill Lynch. Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE: VZ) is a global leader in delivering the digital world.

Source: Wall St. 24/7

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