2 Dividend Stocks to Double Up on Right Now

It requires a lot of nerve to go against the market and take a stake in shares that have underperformed. It also takes work to uncover whether recent performance reflects an underlying weakness or an opportunity.The S&P 500 has appreciated 26.5% this year (through Nov. 29). By contrast, Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) gained 8.7% while Home Depot (NYSE: HD) is up a much more respectable (but still slightly lagging) 23.5%. Fortunately, these companies have strong businesses that have been temporarily hurt by larger economic factors. That's reflected in their ability and willingness to regularly raise dividends.Due to their well-recognized brands and market positions, dividend-seeking investors who own shares should add to their positions.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool