Why Dividend Investing Often Wins

Dividend growers have outperformed the S&P 500 over 50 years, delivering 10.22% annual returns with lower volatility. High-quality dividend growth stocks like Cintas, Broadcom, Lowe's, and Realty Income exemplify superior long-term compounding. Dividend investing offers behavioral advantages, reducing the likelihood of panic selling during market downturns by providing steady income.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 24, 2026

LZ or GWW: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?

Investors interested in Industrial Services stocks are likely familiar with LegalZoom (LZ) and W.W. Grainger (GWW).

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 23, 2026

Will W.W. Grainger (GWW) Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?

W.W. Grainger (GWW) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 20, 2026

Our Top 10 High Growth Dividend Stocks - July 2026

The article provides a methodology for selecting high-growth dividend-paying stocks, focusing on dividend growth and sustainability rather than high current yield. We use our proprietary models to rate both quantitatively and qualitatively and select the top 10 names from an initial list of nearly 500 dividend stocks. The final list of ten stocks is chosen based on sector diversity, high-growth quality scores, and positive momentum and is suitable for investors in the accumulation phase.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 19, 2026

Bet on Winning DuPont Analysis & Pick 4 Top Stocks

Do you have more faith in DuPont analysis than in simple ROE calculation? Tap MAMA, EXPD, GWW and ECG.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 14, 2026

Here's Why W.W. Grainger (GWW) is a Strong Momentum Stock

Wondering how to pick strong, market-beating stocks for your investment portfolio? Look no further than the Zacks Style Scores.

Zacks Investment Research • Jul 10, 2026

Top 50 High-Quality Dividend Growth Stocks For July 2026

I track a curated universe of 50 high-quality dividend growth stocks to identify opportune entry points based on valuation and future return potential. Year-to-date through June, the investable universe returned 8.69%, trailing SPY (10.10%) and SCHD (17.50%), but several individual stocks outperformed significantly. Currently, 39 out of 50 stocks offer a forward return estimate of at least 10%, with 22 appearing potentially undervalued by my free cash flow model.

Seeking Alpha • Jul 8, 2026

Best Dividend Aristocrats: June 2026

Dividend Aristocrats rebounded in June and are now outperforming SPY YTD with a 9.61% return versus SPY's 6.91%. CAT leads 2026 performance at +76.98%, with 46 Aristocrats now ahead of SPY and 39 posting double-digit total returns. Recent dividend increases averaged 4.09%, slightly below the 2025 average, with 2026's average dividend growth rate at 3.97%.

Seeking Alpha • Jun 27, 2026

Why W.W. Grainger (GWW) is a Top Momentum Stock for the Long-Term

The Zacks Style Scores offers investors a way to easily find top-rated stocks based on their investing style. Here's why you should take advantage.

Zacks Investment Research • Jun 24, 2026

GRAINGER AND THE AMERICAN RED CROSS CELEBRATE 25 YEARS OF PARTNERSHIP AND STRENGTHENING COMMUNITIES

CHICAGO, June 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Grainger (NYSE: GWW), a leading broad-line distributor of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products and services, today announced it is celebrating 25 years of partnership with the American Red Cross. Together, the organizations are advancing disaster preparedness and response across the United States, where the Red Cross responds to more than 60,000 disasters each year.

PRNewsWire • Jun 24, 2026