2 Dividend Stocks You Can Safely Hold for Decades

When the markets get volatile, it's nice to have stocks that continue to pay some cash into your brokerage account. While it's not the end-all indicator of a company's staying power, a company that has consistently raised its dividend for decades is likely one that possesses a durable competitive advantage that allows it to grow its revenue and profits over time.

Here are two stocks that have delivered a good balance of capital appreciation and rising dividend payments for more than 25 years.

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