3 Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next Decade

Enbridge, ExxonMobil, and NextEra Energy are recommended as long-term dividend stocks due to their 30+ year track records of consecutive dividend increases. These energy companies are positioned for continued growth through strategic investments in cleaner energy, cost optimization, and infrastructure expansion, with projected earnings and cash flow growth supporting dividend increases over the next decade.

06/23/2026, 9:04 AM • The Motley Fool

In 10 Years, Will You Wish You'd Bought NextEra Energy Right Now?

NextEra Energy's stock has fallen over 10% following its announcement of a $67 billion all-stock acquisition of Dominion Energy. The merger would create the world's largest regulated electric utility, combining NextEra's leading renewable energy operations with Dominion's assets across fast-growing states. While the deal carries near-term regulatory and integration risks, the analyst believes the long-term benefits—including accelerated earnings growth from 8%+ to 9%+ annually through 2032—make the current sell-off an attractive buying opportunity.

06/18/2026, 1:30 PM • The Motley Fool

Are There Opportunities in Europe’s “Digital Sovereignty”?

Europe is pursuing digital sovereignty by building its own tech infrastructure in AI, semiconductors, and payment systems, creating regulatory challenges for U.S. tech giants like Apple while potentially opening opportunities for infrastructure and equipment suppliers. The discussion also covers elevated market valuations (CAPE ratio at 38) and cash management strategies for investors.

06/15/2026, 5:19 PM • The Motley Fool

Prediction: NextEra Energy's $67 Billion Dominion Acquisition Could Spur More Utility Deals. This Tie-Up Could be Next.

NextEra Energy's $67 billion acquisition of Dominion Energy is driving major consolidation in the utility sector, primarily driven by AI data center electricity demand. The article predicts Vistra could be the next acquisition target, with Constellation Energy positioned as a likely buyer due to complementary nuclear power assets and geographic overlap in Texas, California, and the Northeast.

06/11/2026, 1:15 PM • The Motley Fool

Brookfield Renewable Corp vs. WEC Energy Group: Which Utilities Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares two utility stocks with different investment profiles: Brookfield Renewable, a global pure-play renewable energy operator with 47.3 GW capacity but higher volatility and debt, versus WEC Energy Group, a stable Midwest regulated utility with predictable returns and strong dividend payouts. WEC has outperformed over the past decade with ~10% annualized returns, while Brookfield offers exposure to the energy transition with massive development pipelines but faces interest rate and regulatory risks.

06/10/2026, 3:16 PM • The Motley Fool

Shareholder Alert: Ademi LLP investigates whether Dominion Energy Inc. is obtaining a Fair Price for Public Shareholders

Law firm Ademi LLP is investigating Dominion Energy's merger with NextEra Energy for potential breaches of fiduciary duty. Under the deal, Dominion shareholders will receive 0.8138 NextEra shares per share owned, resulting in NextEra owning 74.5% and Dominion owning 25.5% of the combined entity. The investigation focuses on whether the board fulfilled its duties to shareholders and whether the transaction agreement unreasonably limits competing bids.

06/08/2026, 10:16 PM • GlobeNewswire

Want Income for Life? Here Are 3 Stocks to Buy Now and Never Sell.

The article recommends three dividend-focused stocks for long-term income investors: Coca-Cola, a 134-year-old company with 64 consecutive years of dividend increases; NextEra Energy, the largest utility with a 2.9% dividend yield and expected 6% growth; and Realty Income, a REIT offering a 5.4% monthly dividend with 31 consecutive years of increases.

06/07/2026, 4:26 AM • The Motley Fool

Are These 3 Energy Stocks About to Soar as Driving Season Kicks Off in the United States?

As driving season begins amid Middle East geopolitical tensions and high oil prices, three renewable and nuclear energy stocks could benefit from increased electricity demand. High gasoline prices may accelerate EV adoption, driving long-term electricity demand growth projected at 60% between 2025-2045, benefiting NextEra Energy, Constellation Energy, and Brookfield Renewable.

06/06/2026, 5:15 PM • The Motley Fool

This Is the First Energy Stock I Plan to Buy in June (Hint: It's Not ExxonMobil)

Despite admiring ExxonMobil's performance, analyst Matt DiLallo plans to buy NextEra Energy in June instead. NextEra's merger with Dominion Energy will create the world's largest regulated electric utility, positioning it to capitalize on surging U.S. electricity demand driven by AI data centers, electric vehicles, and advanced manufacturing. The combined company expects to grow earnings at over 9% annually through 2032.

05/31/2026, 3:12 PM • The Motley Fool

Bloom Energy vs. Plug Power: Which Hydrogen Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?

The article compares two hydrogen fuel cell companies: Bloom Energy, which focuses on stationary power systems for data centers and critical infrastructure, and Plug Power, which aims to build a vertically integrated hydrogen network. Despite Plug Power's lower valuation multiple, Bloom Energy is recommended as the better 2026 investment due to its positive free cash flow, strong revenue growth (130% last quarter), profitability improvements, and major partnerships like the $5 billion deal with Brookfield for AI data centers. Plug Power faces profitability challenges with a $1.6 billion net loss in FY2025 and negative free cash flow of $661.5 million.

05/30/2026, 3:02 PM • The Motley Fool

The AI Infrastructure Play Hiding in Plain Sight That Could Be 2026's Biggest Surprise

NextEra Energy is positioned as a compelling AI infrastructure investment due to growing electricity demand from AI and data centers. The utility giant operates Florida's largest regulated electric utility and a major renewable energy business. Its proposed $67 billion acquisition of Dominion Energy will expand geographic reach into Virginia, the top global data center market, while the company maintains an attractive 2.8% dividend yield with historical 10% annual growth.

05/30/2026, 10:15 AM • The Motley Fool

3 Top ETFs You Won't Regret Buying This June

The article recommends three ETFs for portfolio diversification: the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) for dividend growth with 3.3% yield, the Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF (BND) for risk reduction with 4.6% yield to maturity, and the Vanguard Utilities ETF (VPU) to capitalize on accelerating electricity demand from AI data centers.

05/30/2026, 8:30 AM • The Motley Fool

$HAREHOLDER ALERT: The M&A Class Action Firm Continues to Investigate the Merger—RAMP, NEE, CNTA, and HCBN

Monteverde & Associates PC is investigating four merger transactions: LiveRamp Holdings' sale to Publicis Groupe for $38.50/share, NextEra Energy's merger with Dominion Energy, Centessa Pharmaceuticals' acquisition by Eli Lilly for $38.00/share plus contingent value rights, and HCB Financial's merger with Independent Bank Corporation. The firm is seeking shareholders to join class action lawsuits related to these deals.

05/27/2026, 10:53 AM • GlobeNewswire

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

NextEra and Dominion Are About to Become the World's Largest Electric Utility. Here's What Investors Should Do Next.

NextEra Energy is acquiring Dominion Energy in a $67 billion merger, creating the world's largest electric utility with a combined market cap of ~$250 billion. The deal positions the combined company to capitalize on projected 60% electricity demand growth through 2045, driven by data centers, AI, and electric vehicles. NextEra shareholders will own ~75% of the merged entity, with the deal expected to close in 12-18 months pending regulatory approvals.

05/25/2026, 10:15 AM • The Motley Fool