My Top 3 Dividend Kings to Buy for March 2026

The article highlights three Dividend Kings as strong buy opportunities in March 2026: Genuine Parts (GPC), which recently pulled back after disappointing earnings but offers a 3.7% dividend yield and a potential split-up catalyst; Kimberly-Clark (KMB), which is acquiring Kenvue and expects $2 billion in cost synergies; and Target (TGT), which has rallied significantly but still offers upside potential with a 3.9% dividend yield and strong earnings growth forecasts.

03/10/2026, 12:14 PM • The Motley Fool

Don’t Try to Catch These 3 Falling Knives

The article warns investors against buying three struggling stocks: PayPal Holdings faces market share losses and missed earnings with an 85% five-year drawdown; Genuine Parts Company reported massive earnings misses and significant charges; and Vulcan Materials Company missed earnings expectations due to a weak housing market. All three stocks show bearish technical indicators suggesting further downside.

02/23/2026, 10:03 AM • Investing

Don’t Try to Catch These 3 Falling Knives

The article identifies three stocks to avoid as potential value traps: PayPal Holdings faces market share erosion from Apple Pay and Google Pay with an 85% five-year drawdown; Genuine Parts Company struggles with vendor bankruptcy and massive pension settlement charges; and Vulcan Materials Company misses earnings expectations due to weak housing market conditions. All three show bearish technical signals suggesting further downside.

02/23/2026, 9:41 AM • Investing

Genuine Parts Company: The Hidden Value Behind Its Spin-Off Plan

Genuine Parts Company announced plans to separate its Automotive (NAPA) and Industrial (Motion) businesses into independent entities, similar to General Electric's restructuring. Despite a disastrous Q4 earnings report that caused a 14.5% stock decline due to pension settlements and supplier bankruptcy charges, the article argues this creates a special situation opportunity. The Industrial segment (Motion) is undervalued relative to pure-play industrial distributors, while the Automotive business provides defensive cash flow. With a 3.4% dividend yield and 12-month timeline to separation, investors have a 'paid-to-wait' scenario.

02/20/2026, 8:14 AM • Investing

Advance Auto Parts Stock Is Down 1.5%. Is It Finally Time to Buy?

Advance Auto Parts stock fell 1.5% after its February 13 earnings report despite solid fourth-quarter results. The company reported comparable-store sales growth for the third consecutive quarter, returned to profitability with $0.50 EPS (vs. -$10.20 loss in Q4 2024), and expects 1-2% sales growth in 2026. The company's restructuring strategy—closing unprofitable stores and focusing on larger hub locations—has saved $70 million in annual operating costs. With a 1.7% dividend yield and valuation metrics lower than competitors, the stock remains attractive despite being down significantly from its 2021 peak of $241.91.

02/19/2026, 3:05 PM • The Motley Fool

Brightpick Enters Automotive Market in Strategic Partnership with NAPA

Brightpick, an AI-powered robotic automation provider, announced a strategic partnership with NAPA Auto Parts to deploy advanced warehouse automation technology across multiple distribution centers. Following a successful 2025 pilot project, NAPA has signed an agreement for additional sites with the first deployment including over 100 Brightpick robots to support high-volume processing. This marks Brightpick's entry into the automotive sector and represents their largest U.S. customer to date.

02/18/2026, 8:00 AM • GlobeNewswire

Standard Motor Products: Quietly Building A Global Aftermarket Position

Standard Motor Products (SMP) has transformed into a global aftermarket player following its $388 million acquisition of Nissens in Q4 2024. The company benefits from aging vehicle fleets requiring non-discretionary replacement parts and has expanded into thermal management systems relevant across ICE, hybrid, and EV platforms. Q2 2025 results showed strong performance with gross profits up 36% to $151 million, and management raised full-year revenue guidance to low 20s. The company trades at 8.9x EV/EBITDA, appearing undervalued compared to peers, with fair value estimated at 9-9.5x EV/EBITDA, suggesting 17.6% upside potential.

01/07/2026, 4:38 AM • Investing

Genuine Parts Company Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend

Genuine Parts Company announced a quarterly cash dividend of $1.03 per share, payable on January 5, 2026, to shareholders of record on December 5, 2025.

11/17/2025, 4:30 PM • Benzinga

Got $1,000? Here Are the Smartest Dividend Stocks to Start With.

With market valuations high and potential corrections likely, the article recommends eight defensive dividend stocks across consumer staples, healthcare, and utility sectors that have consistently increased dividends for over 50 years.

11/10/2025, 4:15 AM • The Motley Fool

A Once-in-a-Decade Opportunity: 1 Super S&P 500 Stock Down 65% to Buy After Its Recent Pullback

Target stock has declined 65% since 2021, but remains a Dividend King with potential for long-term recovery. Despite current challenges, the company has a history of business turnarounds and maintains a stable dividend.

10/23/2025, 3:15 AM • The Motley Fool

Genuine Parts Stock Re-Rating Hinges on Execution of Strategic Review

Genuine Parts Company reached a settlement with activist investor Elliott Investment Management, appointing two new directors and initiating a strategic review to boost operational performance and shareholder value.

09/05/2025, 12:05 PM • Investing

7 Best Dividend Champions to Buy Now

The article highlights seven companies with consistent dividend growth over 25+ years, showcasing their financial resilience, stable cash flows, and potential for continued dividend increases across various sectors.

08/30/2025, 3:03 AM • The Motley Fool

Genuine Parts Company Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend

Genuine Parts Company announced a quarterly cash dividend of $1.03 per share, payable on October 2, 2025, to shareholders of record on September 5, 2025.

08/12/2025, 4:30 PM • Benzinga

Looking to Generate Passive Income? Consider These 3 Rock-Solid Dividend King Stocks.

The article discusses three Dividend King stocks that offer consistent passive income through reliable dividend payments: Coca-Cola, Genuine Parts, and Procter & Gamble. These companies have demonstrated long-term stability, steady growth, and a track record of annual dividend increases.

07/29/2025, 7:23 AM • The Motley Fool