From 1930 to 2023, 70% of dividend stocks in the top two quintiles outperformed the S&P 500 during recessions. Dividends have contributed 40% of the stock market gain since 1930, increasing with rising inflation.In 1981, 2001, and 2007, dividend-paying companies beat the market owing to steady profit flow; given the November election and three rate cuts, these facts are crucial. Experts disagree on the year’s outcome. Goldman Sachs predicts the S&P 500 will reach 5,100 by 2024, whereas BCA Research predicts ...