5 Top-Performing Dividend Stocks to Buy in May

With so many concerns plaguing investors' minds, dividend paying stocks are tempting options at the moment. The best dividend stocks pay out a healthy yield and have strong prospects, and are less susceptible to market gyrations. Their large customer base, sustainable business model, long track of profitability and strong liquidity allow them to offer sizable yields on a regular basis, regardless of market direction. While finding companies that offer these traits isn't easy, they certainly do exist. To help you find these businesses, we have selected five dividend payers who have a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy)...

Las Vegas Sands Corp. (LVS) develops, owns, and operates integrated resorts in Asia and the United States. Compass Diversified Holdings LLC (CODI) is a private equity firm specializing in acquisitions, buyouts, industry consolidation, recapitalization, and middle market investments. Seagate Technology plc (STX) provides data storage technology and solutions. Solar Capital Ltd. (SLRC) is a closed-end investment company that invests primarily in leveraged companies. BRT Apartments Corp. (BRT) is a real estate investment trust.

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