The Trump administration is considering a proposal to adjust capital gains taxes by subtracting inflation from gains before taxation. This would reduce the taxable amount for long-term investors, rewarding patience and reflecting real wealth creation rather than inflation-driven gains. While this could lower tax bills for investors like Warren Buffett, it won't eliminate taxes on genuine profits. The proposal faces legal and fiscal challenges, and no law has been enacted yet, so investors should watch for official action before changing strategies.
Five US-listed Dividend Kings—Johnson & Johnson, Procter & Gamble, Coca-Cola, Colgate-Palmolive, and Lowe's—have announced dividend increases and reported earnings reflecting resilience amid economic challenges like tariffs and currency swings. Johns...
The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) focuses on high-quality companies with strong financials and a history of growing dividends, rather than chasing the highest yields. While its yield is around 3% to 4%, SCHD has delivered strong long-term re...
In 2026, the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) leads with a 25.6% year-to-date return, driven by its focus on current yield, value sectors, and energy exposure. Meanwhile, the Vanguard Dividend Appreciation ETF (VIG) prioritizes dividend growth ...
Five companies from the 2026 S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats list—American States Water, Coca-Cola, Dover, Federal Realty Investment Trust, and Stanley Black & Decker—reported better-than-expected Q2 earnings and raised or maintained dividends. These fi...
Fidelity Dividend ETF for Rising Rates (FDRR) targets dividend payers linked to 10-year Treasury yields but the rising rate environment ended in late 2025. The ETF's payout is safe, supported by cash-rich mega-cap companies like NVIDIA, Apple, and Mi...
