Medtronic plc (NYSE:MDT) is included among the Best Stocks for a Dividend Stock Portfolio. Why Medtronic (MDT) Should Be Part of Your Dividend Stock Portfolio in 2025 Medtronic plc (NYSE:MDT), one of the leading names in medical devices, has faced some challenges in recent years but has taken measures to address them, with a particular emphasis on strengthening profitability. In the past, the company considered spinning off certain divisions and ultimately decided to separate its diabetes care segment. T ...