What Is a Dividend King? Understanding the Elite Circle of Long-Term Dividend Growers
Recent market data shows that Dividend Kings have delivered steady annual dividend growth of around 5% to 6% over the last decade, even as broader dividend growth has slowed amid economic uncertainty. For investors building retirement portfolios or seeking dependable income streams, these battle-tested companies offer a compelling combination of stability and growth potential.The current dividend king list includes household names like Coca-Cola, Walmart, and Johnson & Johnson, alongside lesser-known champions such as Stepan Company and H.B. Fuller. Each has weathered decades of recessions, market crashes, and economic upheavals while consistently rewarding shareholders with higher payouts year after year.