2 Dividend Stocks to Double Up on Right Now

When analyzing a stock's potential, several factors need a closer look, including the total return (price appreciation and dividends). Total return can offer insights about a company's prospects and long-term earnings growth potential. It also comes into play when it's clear that a stock is lagging the overall market at a given moment.The S&P 500 is up over 27% this year (through Dec. 6). However, that doesn't mean all its index components followed suit. Two S&P 500 components, Target (NYSE: TGT) and Lowe's (NYSE: LOW), have lagged the market by varying degrees so far in 2024.While these two companies have had short-term hiccups in 2024, their long-term prospects still appear bright. As a result, this looks like an opportune time for investors to take a chance and buy shares of these two Dividend Kings.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool