5 Best High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

High-yield dividend stocks entice investors with payouts two to four times higher than the S&P 500's 1.4% average yield. But high yield often signals trouble -- sluggish growth, stretched payout ratios, or sector headwinds. The winners are companies with strong free cash flow, durable business models, and an economic moat to protect earnings. That's the formula for dividends that survive downturns and compound wealth over time.The trick is separating yield traps from genuine opportunities. For income investors willing to balance risk and reward, the following five blue chip stocks stand out as compelling candidates for above-average passive income.Image source: Getty Images.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool