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This happens primarily when a company has excess cash that is not being reinvested into the company.

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High dividend yields look irresistible but could be a sign of a faltering business.

The company currently pays out 62.29% of its earnings and 76.06% of its cash flow as dividends.

Ford Motor Co. (F)

Due to COVID, Ford temporarily stopped dividend payouts in 2020.

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Defense stocks tend to be safer and less volatile than tech or biotech investments.

The company has aneyepopping dividend payout ratioof 305.71% of its earnings and 84.30% of its cash flow.

The companys significant 5G infrastructure investments and strategic focus on premium clients have helped it maintain industry-leading profitability.

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VZ has grown its dividend for 20 consecutive years, with an average annual increase of 0.64%.

Stock prices are accurate as of closing on February 26.

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