The S&P 500 closed out a strong year, up more than 20% for 2023. For investors looking for the best dividend stocks in the New Year and beyond, we recommend companies with durable competitive advantages and growth potential.In addition, substantial dividends help provide an additional return. Investors looking for high-quality dividend stocks should consider companies with high profitability and dividends that are sufficiently covered.With that in mind, let’s look at three top dividend stocks for 2024 and b ...