1 Ultra-High-Yield Consumer Goods Stock to Buy Hand Over Fist and 1 to Avoid

2026-03-08 08:05:00 ET

Many consumer goods companies may have seen their stock prices battered due to persistently high inflation and employment concerns. The Iran war and the corresponding rise in oil prices add a new potential roadblock for consumers.

But consistent dividend-paying stocks can provide a buffer until times improve. Of course, you have to choose the right stock with a long time horizon in mind. And it's not merely those with the highest dividend yield.

Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) and Altria Group (NYSE: MO) have relatively high dividend yields compared to the S&P 500 index's 1.2%. But I'd aggressively buy Coca-Cola's shares while avoiding Altria Group.

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