Costco Is a Dividend Stalwart. Should You Add It to Your Portfolio?

One part of owning Costco Wholesale (NASDAQ: COST) that many investors overlook is the dividend. That may seem surprising since its payout has risen annually since its introduction in 2004. Also, the company will periodically reward its shareholders with special dividends, the most recent of which was a $15-per-share payout in January 2024.Nonetheless, the decision to buy a stock almost always hinges on more factors than its dividend, even for those who invest primarily for income. Hence, investors need to evaluate both the payout and the overall value proposition of the stock to make such a determination.Currently, Costco pays its shareholders $4.64 per share in dividends. Additionally, it is a dividend the company can easily afford.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool