There is no way to predict the future, but in some cases, the past can be an important guide. Dividend Kings are a prime example, as a 50-year history of annual dividend increases clearly shows that income investors can likely rely on these stocks to keep paying dividends. Still, you need to do your homework, since even Dividend Kings sometimes cut their dividends. If you are looking for reliable income stocks in 2026, consumer staple Dividend Kings Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) and Hormel Foods (NYSE: HRL) shoul ...