In a volatile stock market, four high-yield dividend stocks stand out for retirees seeking reliable income. These include Ares Capital, a business development company with a 9.76% yield; MPLX, a master limited partnership paying 7.15%; Starwood Property Trust, a REIT with a 12.3% yield that has never cut dividends since 2009; and Universal, a tobacco leaf supplier with a 7.36% yield and over 50 years of dividend increases. These stocks provide strong passive income and potential total returns, making them attractive for tax-sheltered retirement accounts amid market uncertainty.
Ares Capital Corporation (ARCC) is trading at USD 19.38 with a dividend yield of 9.7% on Pluang. The stock has shown a modest 1-day gain of 0.31%. These figures are current as of Sep 15, 2026 20:02 WIB.
