2 High Yields Down 20%-50%: 1 Strong Buy And 1 Yield Trap

I love buying high-yield stocks on sale. However, not all high-yield stocks are buys on the dip. I detail one compelling high-yield stock to buy after a big pullback and one high-yield stock that looks like a yield trap.

Seeking Alpha • 4 hours ago

9-11% Monthly Dividends For Retirement Income: One To Buy And One To Sell

High monthly dividend yields are very attractive to investors who live off of passive income from dividend investments. However, not all of these investments are created equal, especially in the covered call arena. I compare GPIQ and QYLD to demonstrate this point.

Seeking Alpha • a day ago

BDC NAVs Are Down; Don't Panic Sell

BDC sector Q1 2026 earnings reveal widespread NAV contractions, impacting both discounted and premium BDCs. Despite NAV declines and negative price reactions, these adjustments are logical and not a signal to exit the BDC space. Price-to-NAV ratios remain attractive, with several BDCs trading at significant discounts post-earnings.

Seeking Alpha • May 9, 2026

2 Elite Monthly Dividend Machines: Only 1 Is A Buy In 2026

Monthly dividend stocks can be fantastic passive income machines. I take a look at two of the best monthly dividend machines in the market today. I detail why one is a buy and why the other one is not.

Seeking Alpha • May 5, 2026

If I Retire Today, I Would Buy These 2 Income Machines Hand Over Fist

Retirement success comes down to preparation—aligning your income strategy with both your needs and today's market conditions. High-quality income assets are trading at discounts most investors are ignoring. We discuss two picks, positioned for reliable, high-yield income streams to support a sustainable retirement journey.

Seeking Alpha • May 5, 2026

10-13% Yields To Supercharge Your Early Retirement

It is generally prudent to focus on stocks with single-digit yields and steady dividend growth. However, not all 10%+ yields are dangerous. I detail two double-digit yielding income machines that offer strong sustainability without blowing up your portfolio.

Seeking Alpha • May 4, 2026

The Dark Side Of Dividend Investing That Leads To Underperformance

Dividend investing sounds like a dream retirement strategy. However, there is a real dark side to it that many investors overlook and thereby suffer from long-term underperformance. This article details the dark side of dividend investing and how to avoid it.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 30, 2026

2 BDCs To Buy When SaaS Craters

SaaS-related fears have driven significant discounts in BDCs, especially those with higher SaaS exposure. Market concerns center on AI disruption, weak SaaS recovery rates, and skepticism around leveraged SaaS LBOs. I believe SaaS default fears are overblown; established SaaS firms with strong moats and cash flow are more resilient.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 30, 2026

2 BDC Funds: 1 Is A Buy, The Other Is A Clear No-Go

Private credit is a complex asset class, with various segments, strategies, and structures requiring nuanced understanding. Investors often mistakenly conflate private credit with broadly syndicated loans, high-yield bonds, and CLOs, despite significant differences. Allocating to private credit funds, rather than BDCs, offers diversification and may mitigate unintended risks in this volatile environment.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 29, 2026

Buy The Dip: 9-13% Yields Getting Dirt Cheap

Deeply discounted dividend stocks combining double-digit yields with valuation multiple expansion potential offer a rare opportunity to accelerate the path to financial independence while limiting dependence on market volatility. Right now, Mr. Market is offering high-yielding opportunities that combine strong balance sheets, meaningful insider alignment, and compelling growth catalysts at a bargain valuation. I discuss the risks and upside potential for two picks yielding 9-13%.

Seeking Alpha • Apr 28, 2026