3 Top Dividend Aristocrats to Buy Today

In a frothy market, increasing your holdings in dividend stocks is a smart way to fortify your portfolio for long-term wealth creation, however simply buying stocks that offer high-yield is a risky approach. Instead, investors will typically be better served by selecting companies that have a history of regular payout increases and sturdy businesses that pave the way for continued payout growth. 

Dividend Aristocrats are companies that have raised their disbursements annually for at least 25 years, and stocks that meet that criteria tend to be strong candidates if you're seeking reliable payout growth. Here's why Pepsi (NYSE: PEP), Procter & Gamble (NYSE: PG), and AT&T (NYSE: T) are standouts even among this prestigious group of income-generating stocks.

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