3 Dividend Stocks Worth Holding for the Long Haul

The article highlights three midstream master limited partnerships (MLPs) as attractive long-term dividend investments: Energy Transfer (ET) offers a 6.8% yield with strong growth projects in the Permian basin; Enterprise Products Partners (EPD) provides steady 5.8% yield with 27 consecutive years of distribution increases; and Western Midstream Partners (WES) delivers an 8.2% yield with strategic acquisitions and expansion in water handling and gathering operations.

07/12/2026, 6:15 AM • The Motley Fool

Enterprise Products Partners Has Had 28 Consecutive Annual Dividend Increases. Does the Energy Stock Have Enough Fuel to Keep the Streak Going?

Enterprise Products Partners (EPD), a master limited partnership in the midstream energy sector, has increased its dividend for 28 consecutive years and just raised its quarterly payout by 2.8% to $0.56, offering a 5.88% yield. The company's fee-based pipeline business model insulates it from commodity price volatility, with 80% of gross operating margin derived from fixed-fee contracts. With a conservative payout ratio of 80%, strong distributable cash flow coverage of 1.8x, and investment-grade credit rating, the company appears well-positioned to maintain its dividend streak.

07/11/2026, 12:01 PM • The Motley Fool

3 Dividend Stocks That Are No-Brainer Buys Heading Into the Second Half of 2026

The article recommends three high-yield dividend stocks for the second half of 2026: Novo Nordisk (3.5% yield) is positioned to regain market share in GLP-1 drugs with its superior pill formulation despite pricing pressures; Realty Income (5% yield) offers stable, conservative dividend growth through its diversified net lease REIT portfolio; and Enterprise Products Partners (5.9% yield) provides reliable energy infrastructure income through a toll-taker model insulated from oil price volatility.

07/11/2026, 9:15 AM • The Motley Fool

2 Energy Stocks to Load Up on in the Second Half of 2026

Following a spike and subsequent decline in energy prices due to Middle East geopolitical tensions, the article recommends two energy stocks for investors seeking sector exposure. Chevron offers diversified energy assets with an attractive 4.2% dividend yield and conservative balance sheet, though it carries commodity price risk. Enterprise Products Partners, a midstream operator, provides fee-based revenue less dependent on oil prices, with a 6% yield and consistent distribution growth.

07/06/2026, 3:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Which Energy ETF Stands Out, the Global X MLPX or the First Trust EMLP?

The article compares two energy infrastructure ETFs: Global X MLPX offers lower costs (0.45% expense ratio), higher dividend yield (4.10%), and better 1-year returns (23.20%), but with higher volatility and less diversification (29 holdings). First Trust EMLP provides broader diversification (65 holdings), lower volatility, and an ESG screen, but charges a higher expense ratio (0.95%) and offers lower dividend yield (2.80%). The choice depends on investor risk tolerance and income preferences.

07/05/2026, 9:23 AM • The Motley Fool

Kayne Anderson Energy Infrastructure Fund Provides Unaudited Balance Sheet Information and Announces Its Net Asset Value and Asset Coverage Ratios as of June 30, 2026

Kayne Anderson Energy Infrastructure Fund (KYN) reported net assets of $2.7 billion and a net asset value per share of $16.02 as of June 30, 2026. The fund maintains strong asset coverage ratios of 633% for debt and 492% for total leverage. The portfolio is heavily concentrated in midstream energy companies, with the top 10 holdings representing approximately 72% of long-term investments.

07/01/2026, 7:25 PM • GlobeNewswire

The Average Dividend Yield is 1%. Want More Income? These 3 Stocks Offer Yields of Up 5.9%

With the S&P 500 offering only a 1% dividend yield, three stocks provide significantly higher yields: Enterprise Products Partners (5.9%), Realty Income (5.4%), and PepsiCo (4.1%). All three are characterized as low-risk investments with long histories of consistent dividend increases and strong cash flow coverage.

06/27/2026, 11:15 AM • The Motley Fool

Does the Tech Stock Frenzy Make You Nervous? Here Are 3 Steady, High-Yield Dividend Pipeline Stocks to Invest In Instead.

As tech stocks surge and IPO markets heat up, concerns about market frothiness and an AI bubble are rising. The article recommends three master limited partnership (MLP) pipeline stocks as alternatives: Energy Transfer, Enterprise Products Partners, and Western Midstream Partners. These companies offer high dividend yields (6-8.7%), attractive valuations, and steady growth prospects in the midstream energy sector.

06/24/2026, 9:15 AM • The Motley Fool

FLEX LNG vs. Targa Resources: Which Midstream Energy Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares two natural gas companies: FLEX LNG, a pure-play LNG shipping company with 13 modern carriers, and Targa Resources, a large U.S. midstream infrastructure operator. While FLEX LNG has lower valuation metrics and higher net margins, Targa Resources is recommended as the better buy for 2026 due to expected 18% revenue growth, strong positioning in major shale basins, and current market tailwinds from geopolitical disruptions. FLEX LNG faces headwinds from oversupply in the LNG tanker market.

06/15/2026, 4:03 PM • The Motley Fool

Energy ETFs: MLPX Delivers More Income, Lower Fees

A comparison of two energy sector ETFs reveals distinct investment strategies: MLPX (Global X - MLP & Energy Infrastructure ETF) offers higher dividend yield (4.13%) and lower fees (0.45%), making it ideal for income-focused investors, while NLR (VanEck Uranium and Nuclear ETF) has delivered superior long-term growth (146% total return over 5 years) but with higher volatility and lower dividend yield (2.29%).

06/03/2026, 11:07 AM • The Motley Fool

Oil Stocks Are Spiking on the News That U.S.-Iran Peace Talks Have Crumbled. Here's What Investors Need to Know.

U.S.-Iran peace talks have collapsed, causing oil prices to spike amid Middle East geopolitical tensions. While energy sector volatility is typical, investors should adopt a cautious approach. Diversified energy giants like ExxonMobil and Chevron, or midstream operators like Enterprise Products Partners and Enbridge, offer safer exposure to energy markets with stable dividends.

06/03/2026, 10:23 AM • The Motley Fool

Shell vs. BP: Better Oil Stock for the Iran War?

Shell and BP, both major integrated energy companies with Middle East operations, face disruptions from the geopolitical conflict. While BP's stock has outperformed (up 22% vs Shell's 15% in 2026), Shell offers better financial stability with a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.4x compared to BP's concerning 1.3x. BP also faces leadership instability with three CEOs in three years. For long-term investors seeking to avoid Middle East exposure, alternatives like Devon Energy or Enterprise Products Partners are recommended.

05/27/2026, 10:15 PM • The Motley Fool

2 No-Brainer Energy Stocks to Buy Right Now

Amid Middle East geopolitical tensions and volatile oil markets, the article recommends two stable energy stocks: Enterprise Products Partners, a midstream infrastructure company with a 5.5% dividend yield and 27 years of distribution increases, and NextEra Energy, a utility company with a 2.8% yield positioned to benefit from projected 60% electricity demand growth through 2045 following its acquisition of Dominion Energy.

05/26/2026, 8:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Top 3 Energy Dividend Stocks for Reliable Income in 2026

The article highlights three energy sector stocks with strong dividend track records: Consolidated Edison (a Dividend King with 52 years of consecutive increases), Enbridge (31 years of increases with a 4.8% yield), and Enterprise Products Partners (27 years of increases with a 5.5% yield). Despite energy sector volatility, these companies maintain reliable income generation through regulated utilities, diversified energy approaches, and midstream services.

05/26/2026, 2:15 AM • The Motley Fool

Global Oil Inventories Are at an 11-Year Low and Getting Worse. Here's Where Investors Should Look Now.

Global oil inventories have fallen to an 11-year low due to Middle East geopolitical conflict, creating uncertainty in oil markets. Rather than betting on volatile oil prices, investors should consider midstream energy companies like Enterprise Products Partners and Enbridge, which operate as 'toll takers' charging fees for pipeline infrastructure. These companies offer high dividend yields (5.5% and 4.8% respectively) backed by reliable cash flows independent of oil prices, and benefit from North American operations away from Middle East conflict.

05/25/2026, 9:15 PM • The Motley Fool