The Dow Jones Industrial Average is comprised of 30 of the largest and most popular blue-chip stocks today. The index's diversity and stability make it an appealing place to start if you are new to investing. However, its returns over the long term are hardly market-beating.

The Dow Jones has underperformed the broader S&P 500 index over the last 10 and 20 years. That means investors looking for market-beating returns may be better off investing in individual growth stocks, like the unstoppable dividend stock Blackstone Inc. (NYSE: BX).

Here's a closer look at the company and why it could help you beat the Dow Jones in the years to come.

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Source Fool.com