Here Are All the Dividend Kings Beating the S&P 500 in 2025 -- and the 2 That Are the Best Stocks to Buy Now

Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst

Source: NASDAQ.COM

Updated: May 05 2025

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Source: NASDAQ.COM

Market Overview: The S&P 500 has rebounded slightly after a significant drop due to President Trump's tariff announcement, but remains in negative territory for the year. In contrast, Dividend Kings—stocks that have increased dividends for at least 50 consecutive years—are outperforming the index, with several stocks like Coca-Cola and National Fuel Gas showing strong performance.
Investment Insights: Analysts suggest that Coca-Cola and National Fuel Gas are top picks among Dividend Kings, with Coca-Cola being a stable blue-chip stock and National Fuel Gas projected to grow significantly due to its involvement in natural gas and AI-related opportunities. However, investors should also consider other recommended stocks from the Motley Fool's Stock Advisor for potentially higher returns.

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Emily J. Thompson

Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.