4 Undervalued Stocks Worth Buying to Navigate 2026 Market Volatility

Amid heightened market volatility driven by inflation fears and geopolitical uncertainty, four undervalued stocks with strong dividend yields and defensive business models are highlighted as attractive portfolio additions. Betterware de México, Spectrum Brands, Sirius XM, and Kinetik Holdings have all outperformed the S&P 500 year-to-date while offering income stability and significant upside potential based on analyst valuations.

03/20/2026, 9:34 AM • Investing

4 Undervalued Stocks Worth Buying to Navigate 2026 Market Volatility

Amid heightened market volatility in early 2026 driven by inflation fears and geopolitical uncertainty, four undervalued dividend-paying stocks are highlighted as defensive portfolio additions: Betterware de México (BWMX), Spectrum Brands (SPB), Sirius XM (SIRI), and Kinetik Holdings (KNTK). All four have outperformed the S&P 500 year-to-date while offering dividend yields ranging from 2.5% to 7.94%, combining income generation with resilient business models.

03/20/2026, 3:44 AM • Investing

What's Going On With Occidental Petroleum Shares On Thursday?

Occidental Petroleum shares rose 8.26% on Thursday following strong fourth-quarter earnings that beat expectations with adjusted EPS of 31 cents versus 18 cents consensus. The company exceeded production guidance and reported solid reserve replacement ratios. However, JPMorgan maintained an Underweight rating, noting Q1 guidance reflects lower activity due to macro uncertainties and weather-related disruptions. Oil stocks broadly gained amid elevated crude prices and geopolitical tensions.

02/19/2026, 1:36 PM • Benzinga

1 Magnificent High-Yield Pipeline Stock Down 20% to Buy and Hold Forever

Kinetik Holdings (KNTK), a midstream pipeline operator focused on the Permian Basin, has declined 36% over the past year but recently surged 14% in the past month. The company offers a 7.85% dividend yield and recently announced a 4% increase in its quarterly payout to $0.81 per share. With upcoming projects like the ECCC pipeline and potential takeover speculation, analysts suggest it could be a legitimate value play for long-term, risk-tolerant investors.

02/08/2026, 12:17 PM • The Motley Fool

Upcoming Dividend Payments: What Investors Need to Know

As of February 2026, several companies are preparing dividend distributions with ex-dividend dates on February 6 and payment dates on February 13. The article highlights eight dividend-paying stocks ranging from high-yield options like Alliance Resource (9.78%) and Kinetik Holdings (7.94%) to more conservative choices like Federated Investors B (2.60%). While these opportunities offer potential income, investors are cautioned to research thoroughly as high yields can indicate underlying company challenges.

02/06/2026, 9:07 AM • Investing

Upcoming Dividend Payments: What Investors Need to Know

As of February 2026, several companies are preparing dividend distributions with ex-dividend dates on February 6 and payment dates on February 13. The article highlights eight dividend-paying stocks ranging from high-yield options like Alliance Resource (9.78%) and Kinetik Holdings (7.94%) to more conservative choices like Federated Investors B (2.60%). Investors are advised to carefully evaluate risks associated with high-yield stocks and consider their individual financial goals and risk tolerance.

02/06/2026, 7:19 AM • Investing

Looking for Growth and Income? These 3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks Just Hiked Their Payouts Again.

Three pipeline companies—Oneok, Kinetik Holdings, and Williams—recently increased their dividend payments and offer yields between 3% and 8%, significantly higher than the S&P 500's 1.1% yield. All three have strong growth drivers through acquisition integration, organic expansion projects, and strategic partnerships, positioning them to continue raising dividends in coming years.

01/31/2026, 6:06 AM • The Motley Fool

2 Dividend Stocks That Benefit From a Changing World Order

The article highlights two dividend-paying midstream energy infrastructure stocks positioned to benefit from geopolitical shifts and increased energy demand. Enterprise Products Partners (EPD) and Kinetik Holdings (KNTK) are well-positioned to capitalize on U.S. LNG export growth, AI-driven energy demand, and their fee-based business models that insulate them from commodity price volatility.

01/27/2026, 12:27 PM • Investing

2 Bold Predictions for Energy Transfer in 2026

Energy Transfer (ET) had a disappointing 2025 with units down over 15% due to slowed earnings growth. The analyst predicts 2026 will be more active, forecasting at least one multi-billion-dollar acquisition and the sale of the Lake Charles LNG project to a strategic buyer. The company's lack of major deals since mid-2024 has contributed to its underperformance, but its strong financial position positions it well for growth through consolidation.

12/23/2025, 4:30 PM • The Motley Fool

This 8.5%-Yielding Dividend Stock's "Epic" Deal Will Give It Even More Fuel to Continue Growing Its Payout

Plains All American Pipeline is acquiring a 55% stake in EPIC Crude Holdings for $1.6 billion, expanding its oil infrastructure portfolio and potentially boosting its high-yield dividend distribution.

09/03/2025, 6:28 AM • The Motley Fool

Plains to Acquire 55% Interest in EPIC Crude Holdings, LP

Plains All American Pipeline will acquire a 55% non-operated interest in EPIC Crude Holdings for $1.57 billion, expanding its crude oil midstream infrastructure and enhancing market connectivity in the Permian and Eagle Ford basins.

09/02/2025, 8:00 AM • Benzinga

Plains to Acquire 55% Interest in EPIC Crude Holdings, LP

Plains All American Pipeline will acquire a 55% non-operated interest in EPIC Crude Holdings for $1.57 billion, including $600 million of debt, with a potential additional $193 million earnout payment. The transaction is expected to be immediately accretive to distributable cash flow and enhance market connectivity.

09/02/2025, 8:00 AM • GlobeNewswire