5 Top-Ranked Dividend Stocks That Ensure Solid Growth

Dividend-paying securities are the major sources of consistent income when returns from the equity market are at risk. Why Growth-Focused Dividends? Stocks that have a strong history of dividend growth belong to mature companies, which are less susceptible to large swings in the market, and thus act as a hedge against economic or political uncertainty as well as stock market volatility. At the same time, these offer downside protection with their consistent increase in payouts...

Connecticut-based SS&C Technologies Holdings Inc. (SSNC) delivers investment and financial management software and related services, focused exclusively on the financial services industry. Massachusetts-based Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. (TMO) is a provider of analytical instruments, equipment, reagents and consumables, software, and services for research, manufacturing, analysis, discovery and diagnostics worldwide. Oregon-based Columbia Sportswear Company (COLM) is a global leader in design, sourcing, marketing and distribution of active outdoor apparel and footwear with operations in North America, Europe and Asia. Illinois-based Heidrick & Struggles International Inc. (HSII) is one of the leading global executive search firms. Indiana-based Anthem Inc. (ANTM) operates as a health benefits company in the United States.

Source: Zacks

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