Consumer giants keep rewarding investors

These U.S. consumer giants have raised their annual dividends for decades now. Even so, we feel McDonald’s “asset light” model makes it the better pick for new buying.
MCDONALD’S CORP. $257 is a buy. This company (New York symbol MCD; Income-Growth Dividend Payer Portfolio, Consumer sector; Shares outstanding:… Read More

These spinoffs are still worth holding

Both these spinoffs are off to a slow start as they restructure their operations. We feel their moves will ultimately pay off, but it’s better to hold off new buying right now.
VIATRIS INC. $11 is a hold. The company (New York symbol VTRS; Manufacturing & Industry sector;… Read More

New firms show the power of brands

New firms spun off from larger companies sometimes rise quickly, like Carrier and Otis. That’s probably because investors are familiar with their products and like their prospects. However, others such as Viatris and Kyndryl, are more obscure and need a few years to build a.. Read More