Retirees seeking steady income without selling shares can invest in three dividend stocks: Johnson & Johnson, Enterprise Products Partners, and Verizon. A $100,000 portfolio split evenly among these stocks yields about $4,700 annually, combining safety, high yield, and growth potential. Johnson & Johnson offers stability with a 1.96% yield, Enterprise Products Partners provides a 5.87% yield from its pipeline operations, and Verizon delivers a 6.33% yield as a major telecom player. This strategy supports passive income with potential for dividend growth over time.
As of Nov 02, 2026 20:02 WIB, Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) trades at USD 272.67 with a dividend yield of 1.96% and a slight 1-day decline of 0.20% on Pluang. Verizon (VZ) is priced at USD 43.72, down 2.26% for the day, offering a higher dividend yield of 6.33%. These figures highlight the current market conditions for two of the dividend stocks mentioned in the strategy, with Verizon showing the most notable yield among them.
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