3 Monster Dividend Stocks to Buy Now and Hold for Decades

The article recommends three dividend stocks for long-term income-focused investors: United Parcel Service (UPS) with a 7% dividend yield despite recent weakness from reduced Amazon volumes; Brookfield Renewable (BEPC) offering 5.5% yield with committed 5-9% annual dividend growth through renewable energy investments; and Lockheed Martin (LMT) with a 2.7% yield but 23 consecutive years of dividend increases, supported by rising global defense spending.

09/29/2026, 10:30 AM • The Motley Fool

Reuters Momentum AI Austin Day 1: A New Way to Measure Whether AI Is Actually Paying Off

Enterprise AI is shifting from experimentation to demonstrating measurable ROI. Companies like FedEx ($3B in cost reductions), Mars (20% top-line growth), and Indeed (70% of matches from AI) are scaling AI beyond pilots, but success requires organizational redesign, clear ownership, and human oversight. Leaders warn that AI can amplify existing organizational weaknesses and autonomous agents need defined spending limits and accountability measures.

09/24/2026, 8:30 PM • GlobeNewswire

3 Unstoppable Dividend Stocks to Buy Now (1 Yields 5.5%)

The article highlights three dividend-paying stocks offering yields between 1.6% and 5.5%: Kimberly-Clark (5.2% yield, 54-year dividend growth streak), FedEx (1.6% yield, 17% annual dividend growth), and Realty Income (5.5% yield, 57-year consecutive monthly dividend payments). All three companies are positioned as quality businesses with durable competitive advantages and strong cash flow generation.

09/18/2026, 5:05 PM • The Motley Fool

DSCP Smart Fulfillment Reports Peak Fees Ignore 3PL Warehouse Zones

UPS and FedEx have published 2026 holiday demand surcharge schedules that apply flat fees per package regardless of shipping distance, contradicting the assumption that closer inventory placement reduces peak season costs. Surcharges are instead triggered by package characteristics like size and weight rather than destination, with additional volume-based penalties for high-volume shippers.

09/16/2026, 6:47 PM • GlobeNewswire

Arculus Introduces New Home Package Protection Ecosystem Though Kickstarter

Arculus launches the Arculus Boxx, a smart home delivery protection system designed to prevent package theft. The company is running a Kickstarter campaign with introductory pricing starting at $399, with manufacturing already funded and production underway. First units are expected to ship in early October 2026.

09/15/2026, 11:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

All It Takes Is 336 Shares of Realty Income Stock to Generate $1,000 in Yearly Dividends. Here's Whether the Payout Is Safe.

Realty Income, a REIT specializing in net-leased commercial properties, offers a sustainable dividend yield of 4.85% with 12 annual payments. The company has raised its dividend for 32 consecutive years and generates sufficient funds from operations ($4.27 per share) to cover its $3.25 per share dividend while maintaining growth. With 98.8% property occupancy and tenants like Walmart and FedEx, the dividend appears secure for long-term investors.

09/05/2026, 4:15 AM • The Motley Fool

National Civil Rights Museum Announces 35th Freedom Award Honorees

The National Civil Rights Museum announced the 2026 Freedom Award honorees, recognizing extraordinary contributions to civil and human rights. Recipients include attorney Fred D. Gray, Reverend Shavon Arline-Bradley, attorney Bakari Sellers, and WNBA champion Nneka Ogwumike. The 35th annual ceremony will be held October 1, 2026, at the Orpheum Theatre in Memphis, hosted by actor Larenz Tate and featuring a performance by gospel singer Tamela Mann.

09/03/2026, 1:24 PM • GlobeNewswire

This Under-the-Radar Dividend Stock Yields 6.2%. Is It a Buy?

UPS offers a high 6.2% dividend yield but faces sustainability concerns with a 91% forward payout ratio. While the company's turnaround efforts are progressing and analysts forecast 7% average earnings growth through 2029, dividend cut fears persist. The stock could appreciate to $140+ if valuations converge with competitors, making it potentially attractive for income investors willing to wait for the turnaround.

09/01/2026, 9:20 AM • The Motley Fool

UPS Stopped Carrying 2 Million Amazon Packages a Day. Amazon Still Has to Move Them.

UPS completed its 18-month reduction of Amazon volume, eliminating 2 million packages daily and $4.5 billion in expenses. Amazon absorbed most of this volume into its own delivery network, which now handles 6.7 billion U.S. parcels annually—making it the country's largest parcel carrier. However, Amazon's shipping costs surged 19% to $27.9 billion in Q2, outpacing its 15% online sales growth, reflecting the significant investment required to maintain its delivery infrastructure and fast shipping promises.

08/23/2026, 8:14 PM • The Motley Fool

UPS Is Walking Away From Amazon. Is That a Smart Move?

UPS is reducing its Amazon-related shipping volume by over 50% through 2026, phasing out standard last-mile delivery services. While Amazon was UPS's largest customer, these shipments generated lower profits and clogged sorting facilities. UPS is pivoting toward higher-margin orders from small-to-medium businesses and healthcare customers. The company expects 3% revenue growth and 1% adjusted EPS growth in 2026, marking the first synchronized growth since 2022.

08/20/2026, 1:05 PM • The Motley Fool

3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Load Up On Before 2026 Ends

The article recommends three consumer dividend stocks trading at low valuations with strong dividend yields: Realty Income (5.2% yield), Clorox (4.7% yield), and Campbell's (6.8% yield). All three have faced recent challenges but show signs of recovery, offering potential for market-beating returns for income investors.

08/09/2026, 9:32 AM • The Motley Fool

2 Magnificent Industrial Stocks Down 40% to Buy and Hold Forever

UPS and Fluor, both trading 40% below their all-time highs, present buying opportunities for long-term value investors. UPS is stabilizing its business after pandemic-related challenges and union negotiations, with expected revenue and EPS growth returning in 2026. Fluor is shifting to less risky reimbursable contracts and benefiting from cloud, AI, and nuclear market expansion, with profitability expected to return in 2026.

08/05/2026, 12:10 PM • The Motley Fool

Is United Parcel Service (UPS) the Best Dividend Stock in the Industrial Sector?

UPS trades at 14x forward earnings with a 6.4% dividend yield, down 44% from its 2022 all-time high. After facing pandemic-related volume declines, margin compression, and labor challenges, the company has stabilized by focusing on higher-margin business customers and healthcare. UPS expects 3% revenue growth and 1% EPS growth in 2026, with stronger 4% revenue and 12% EPS growth projected for 2027, suggesting it could become an attractive dividend play in the industrial sector.

08/04/2026, 12:20 PM • The Motley Fool

WareMatch Partners With ShipPlug to Unlock Shipping Savings For 3PL Operators

WareMatch, a 3PL marketplace platform, has entered an exclusivity partnership with ShipPlug, a shipping intelligence company. Through the integration, WareMatch users gain free access to ShipPlug's automated refund recovery system for late FedEx and UPS deliveries. ShipPlug expands into the 3PL market at scale while WareMatch adds a value-add differentiator for its warehouse and shipper users.

08/03/2026, 4:42 PM • GlobeNewswire

Is UPS Stock an Excellent Dividend Stock to Buy?

The article examines whether United Parcel Service (UPS) is a good dividend stock for investors. With a 5.6% yield, UPS is highlighted as a potential investment opportunity. The author notes that management is demonstrating operational prudence despite challenging circumstances, suggesting investors can be pleased with the company's current direction.

07/31/2026, 11:25 PM • The Motley Fool