1 Top Dividend Stock to Buy and Hold for 10 Years

2026-02-11 20:01:49 ET

With fears of artificial intelligence being a disruptive force taking many software stocks by storm in recent weeks, many investors are likely looking for some investments that are a bit more risk-averse. One stock idea that could provide a nice counterweight to the riskier software-as-a-service stocks hammered in recent weeks is McDonald's (NYSE: MCD) . The fast-food giant has not only provided shareholders with rewarding long-term share price appreciation, but it also boasts a solid dividend, and it's increased this steady cash payout for 49 consecutive years, putting it one dividend increase away from becoming a Dividend King (a company that has raised its dividend for at least 50 consecutive years). Performance like this is evidence of the company's incredible staying power, and a reason to consider buying the stock.

Further, the company's just-published quarterly results offer a fresh reminder of how the company continues to grow sales and earnings, even as some other restaurant stocks are struggling.

Here's a closer look at how McDonald's latest results show why this stock is likely worth buying and holding for the next 10 years.

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