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Edison International is the parent company of Southern California Edison, an electric utility that distributes electricity to 5 million customers in a 50,000-square-mile area of Southern California, excluding Los Angeles. Edison Energy owns interests in nonutility businesses that deal in energy-related products and services. In 2014, Edison International sold its wholesale power generation subsidiary Edison Mission Energy out of bankruptcy to NRG Energy.

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<p>Morgan Stanley  analyst David Arcaro   maintains Edison Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) with a Underweight and lowers the price target from $64 to $61.</p>


Morgan Stanley Maintains Underweight on Edison Intl, Lowers Price Target to $61

<p><strong>Edison Intl's</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) short percent of float has risen 6.37% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has <strong>5.18 million shares sold short</strong>, which is 1.67% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, <strong>it would take traders 2.75 days to cover their short positions on average.</strong></p>
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
<p>Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.</p>
<p>Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest"><strong>List of the most shorted stocks</strong></a></p>
<h3>Edison Intl Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1718221510_0.png" alt="short_fig" /></p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Edison Intl has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.</p>
<h3>Comparing Edison Intl's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
<p>Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Edison Intl's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.41%, which means the company has <strong>less</strong> short interest than most of its peers.</p>
<p>Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be <strong>bullish</strong> for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/"><strong>This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


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How Is The Market Feeling About Edison Intl?

<p>Argus Research  analyst Marie Ferguson   maintains Edison Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $78 to $82.</p>


Argus Research Maintains Buy on Edison Intl, Raises Price Target to $82

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<p>Morgan Stanley  analyst David Arcaro   maintains Edison Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) with a Underweight and raises the price target from $58 to $64.</p>


Morgan Stanley Maintains Underweight on Edison Intl, Raises Price Target to $64

<p><strong>Edison Intl's</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) short percent of float has fallen 6.06% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has <strong>5.74 million shares sold short</strong>, which is 1.86% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, <strong>it would take traders 2.74 days to cover their short positions on average.</strong></p>
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
<p>Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.</p>
<p>Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest"><strong>List of the most shorted stocks</strong></a></p>
<h3>Edison Intl Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1716304510_0.png" alt="short_fig" /></p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Edison Intl has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.</p>
<h3>Comparing Edison Intl's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
<p>Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Edison Intl's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.16%, which means the company has <strong>less</strong> short interest than most of its peers.</p>
<p>Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be <strong>bullish</strong> for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/"><strong>This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


Peering Into Edison Intl's Recent Short Interest

<p>Southern California Edison and Lotus Infrastructure Partners today announced they were chosen by the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) to develop, permit, own, operate and maintain new transmission infrastructure that will deliver energy from renewable sources, such as utility-scale solar, wind and battery installations, to Southern California. The companies will build a high-voltage transmission line from Serrano Substation in north-central Orange County to a substation in the vicinity of the retired San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station (SONGS), largely utilizing existing rights of way for the line.</p>


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<p>Mizuho  analyst Anthony Crowdell   maintains Edison Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $75 to $85.</p>


Mizuho Maintains Buy on Edison Intl, Raises Price Target to $85

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<li>JP Morgan analyst Rahul Krotthapalli upgraded the rating on <strong>Planet Fitness, Inc</strong>. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLNT#NYSE">PLNT</a>) from Neutral to Overweight, while boosting the price target from $68 to $78. Planet Fitness shares gained 0.9% to settle at $65.56 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PLNT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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<li>Wells Fargo analyst Neil Kalton upgraded <strong>Edison International</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) from Equal-Weight to Overweight, while raising the price target from $72 to $86. Edison Intl shares slipped 0.6% to settle at $74.44 on Monday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/EIX/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
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<p>Wells Fargo  analyst Neil Kalton   upgrades Edison Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) from Equal-Weight to Overweight and raises the price target from $72 to $86.</p>


Wells Fargo Upgrades Edison Intl to Overweight, Raises Price Target to $86

<p>Barclays  analyst Nicholas Campanella   maintains Edison Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $72 to $75.</p>


Barclays Maintains Equal-Weight on Edison Intl, Raises Price Target to $75

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Edison International Sees FY24 Core EPS $4.75-$5.05 Vs $4.94 Est.

<p>Edison Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $1.13 per share which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $1.15 by 1.74 percent.  The company reported quarterly sales of $4.078 billion which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $4.155 billion by 1.86 percent.  This is a 2.82 percent increase over sales of $3.966 billion the same period last year.</p>


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<p><strong>Edison Intl's</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) short percent of float has risen 3.35% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has <strong>6.67 million shares sold short</strong>, which is 2.16% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, <strong>it would take traders 4.32 days to cover their short positions on average.</strong></p>
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
<p>Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.</p>
<p>Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest"><strong>List of the most shorted stocks</strong></a></p>
<h3>Edison Intl Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1714415419_0.png" alt="short_fig" /></p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Edison Intl has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.</p>
<h3>Comparing Edison Intl's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
<p>Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Edison Intl's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.47%, which means the company has <strong>less</strong> short interest than most of its peers.</p>
<p>Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be <strong>bullish</strong> for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/"><strong>This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


(EIX) - Analyzing Edison Intl's Short Interest

<p><i>Chairman of the Board Chris Hayes Appointed as President &amp; CEO</i></p>
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<p>Spruce Power Holding Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPRU#NYSE">SPRU</a>) ("Spruce" or the "Company"), a leading owner and operator of distributed solar energy assets across the United States, today announced that Chris Hayes, Spruce's Chairman of the Board, will succeed Christian Fong as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective April 12, 2024. Additionally, Dr. Audrey Lee has joined the Board of Directors.</p>
<p>"The Board is confident that Chris is the right leader to take Spruce to the next stage of its evolution and develop avenues of growth. Chris brings a wealth of experience to his role as CEO, including sustainable infrastructure investing, entrepreneurship, and technology. Chris has a long history of creating valuable intellectual property and a successful track record in generating returns for investors. He was most recently the founder and managing partner of Alturus, which develops, owns, and operates sustainable infrastructure projects for the Fortune 1000 and a pioneer in leveraging an energy-as-a-service (EaaS) platform for decarbonization. He was also a founder and managing partner at Altenex, which was acquired by Edison International (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) in 2015," said John Miller, Chair of the Nominating &amp; Corporate Governance Committee and the newly appointed Lead Director of the Board. Mr. Miller added: "On behalf of the Board, I would like to thank Mr. Fong for his contributions to Spruce and wish him all the best in his future endeavors."</p>
<p>Commenting on his new role, Mr. Hayes said, "I am honored to take on the role of President and CEO. Given my familiarity with the company, I am confident this will be a seamless transition." With respect to his priorities, Mr. Hayes stated, "We are focusing on several exciting initiatives. This includes leveraging our core capabilities to enhance our organic growth strategy by utilizing our technology platform and scale to leverage our existing 75,000 home solar assets and customer contracts into a proprietary managed service platform that other solar asset owners can utilize and in doing so, create new, recurring revenue streams for Spruce. We have several additional exciting growth avenues, and my initial focus will be to identify and execute the best opportunities to drive organic growth."</p>
<p>Mr. Hayes continued: "As part of our strategic move forward, I am pleased to announce that Dr. Audrey Lee will join our Board of Directors. Audrey is a clean energy executive with 20 years of experience in the private and public sectors. She is a strategic leader pioneering the next generation of energy solutions with expertise at the intersection of technology, product, and market development. We are excited to have her as part of the team and look forward to her contribution." Currently, Dr. Audrey Lee is the Senior Director of Datacenter Energy Strategy at Microsoft (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>). She succeeds director Christian Fong, who has stepped down from the Board as part of the above transition.</p>


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<p>Goldman Sachs  analyst Carly Davenport   initiates coverage on Edison Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) with a Neutral rating and announces Price Target of $78.</p>


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Goldman Sachs Initiates Coverage On Edison Intl with Neutral Rating, Announces Price Target of $78

<p><strong>Edison Intl's</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) short percent of float has risen 5.03% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has <strong>6.45 million shares sold short</strong>, which is 2.09% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, <strong>it would take traders 3.88 days to cover their short positions on average.</strong></p>
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
<p>Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.</p>
<p>Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest"><strong>List of the most shorted stocks</strong></a></p>
<h3>Edison Intl Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1712329225_0.png" alt="short_fig" /></p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Edison Intl has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.</p>
<h3>Comparing Edison Intl's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
<p>Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Edison Intl's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.68%, which means the company has <strong>less</strong> short interest than most of its peers.</p>
<p>Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be <strong>bullish</strong> for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/"><strong>This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


<p><strong>Edison Intl's</strong> (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) short percent of float has risen 25.51% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has <strong>6.56 million shares sold short</strong>, which is 2.46% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, <strong>it would take traders 3.07 days to cover their short positions on average.</strong></p>
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
<p>Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.</p>
<p>Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.</p>
<p><strong>See Also:</strong> <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest"><strong>List of the most shorted stocks</strong></a></p>
<h3>Edison Intl Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<p><img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1710963915_0.png" alt="short_fig" /></p>
<p>As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Edison Intl has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.</p>
<h3>Comparing Edison Intl's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
<p>Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.</p>
<p>According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Edison Intl's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 2.67%, which means the company has <strong>less</strong> short interest than most of its peers.</p>
<p>Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be <strong>bullish</strong> for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/"><strong>This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</strong></a></p>
<p><em>This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.</em></p>


<p>RBC Capital  analyst Shelby Tucker   maintains Edison Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) with a Outperform and lowers the price target from $81 to $80.</p>


RBC Capital Maintains Outperform on Edison Intl, Lowers Price Target to $80

<p>Barclays  analyst Nicholas Campanella   maintains Edison Intl (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EIX#NYSE">EIX</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $69 to $70.</p>


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<p>Today&rsquo;s investors prioritize solid financial fundamentals, a stark contrast to the cheap debt era, when simple promises of future profits could draw substantial investment, often regardless of weak financial management. Now, with a more cautious approach, investors are steering clear of speculative stocks and seeking more robust financial backbones.</p>



<p>This heightened scrutiny is particularly relevant for dividend stocks. While investors demand stability from <a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-types/growth-stocks/">growth stocks</a>, they also seek substantial long-term growth potential from their dividend-bearing investments. Despite short-term Treasuries offering yields above 5%, dividend stocks must offer higher yields or the potential for significant long-term capital gains&mdash;or ideally both&mdash;to distinguish themselves in a competitive landscape.</p>



<h2>Realty Income (O)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/realty1600-300x169.jpg" alt="realty income logo highlighted by a magnifying glass on a web browser"><div>Source: Shutterstock</div></div><p><strong>Realty Income</strong> (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/o-stock-quote/"><strong>O</strong></a>) consistently ranks among the top dividend stocks to own indefinitely, and it&rsquo;s easy to see why. Known as a dividend aristocrat, Realty Income offers monthly distributions and a <a href="https://www.morningstar.com/stocks/xnys/o/dividends">5.8% yield</a>, making it a perennial favorite among investors. After a nearly 20% decline over the past year, this dividend stock is now attractively priced for long-term investors. The company&rsquo;s core strengths remain unchanged, positioning it as a compounder for today&rsquo;s buyers.</p>



<p>Realty Income maintains an impressive occupancy rate of over 98% across its properties, with the <a href="https://www.realtyincome.com/our-portfolio/portfolio-diversification-overview">overwhelming majority</a> of its retail tenants operating in sectors resilient to economic downturns. A substantial portion of these tenants are in the grocery sector, complemented by convenience stores, dollar stores, and drugstores, creating a diversified portfolio that is largely immune to economic volatility.</p>



<p>The company&rsquo;s triple-net lease model is particularly advantageous, as it transfers all operational risks and expenses, including property maintenance costs, to the tenants. This structure shields Realty Income from rising material and labor costs often associated with higher interest rates. Additionally, with leases typically spanning 15 years or more and including renewal options, Realty Income enjoys a reliable stream of rental income. The average lease term until renewal is a lengthy <a href="https://www.realtyincome.com/sites/realty-income/files/realty-income/quartly-and-annual/realty-income-q4-2023-supplemental-information.pdf">9.8 years</a>, providing the REIT with significant flexibility over the next decade, regardless of economic fluctuations.</p>



<h2>H&amp;R Block (HRB)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/hrb-1600-300x169.jpg" alt="H&amp;R block storefront in Canada. HRB stock."><div>Source: TippyTortue / Shutterstock</div></div><p>Although tax season is behind us (unless you&rsquo;re a late filer), <strong>H&amp;R Block</strong> (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/hrb-stock-quote/"><strong>HRB</strong></a>) remains a top dividend stock to buy year-round. Moving beyond the seasonal nature of tax services, H&amp;R Block is diversifying its revenue streams to ensure steady cash flow throughout the year.</p>



<p>To counter the cyclical nature of the tax sector, H&amp;R Block launched a mobile banking service that has quickly gained traction. The company has secured $456 million in net customer deposits and 316,000 customer signups in <a href="https://www.pymnts.com/earnings/2024/hr-block-mobile-banking-platform-sees-deposits-nearly-quadruple-yoy/">less than two years</a>, filling a significant market gap. Additionally, H&amp;R Block is leveraging new technologies for more efficient tax filing, collaborating with industry giant <strong>Microsoft</strong> (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/msft-stock-quote/"><strong>MSFT</strong></a>) on an <a href="https://azure.microsoft.com/en-us/blog/how-hr-block-is-using-azure-openai-service-to-bring-ease-to-american-taxpayers-this-season/"><strong>OpenAI</strong>-powered</a> tax assistance product.</p>



<p>H&amp;R Block&rsquo;s appeal as a dividend stock is further enhanced by its impressive <a href="https://www.morningstar.com/stocks/xnys/hrb/dividends">10.25% total yield</a>, which includes a respectable 2.4% dividend yield and substantial stock buybacks. Supported by a modest 29% payout ratio, this yield indicates that H&amp;R Block retains a considerable portion of its earnings for growth initiatives while still providing significant returns to its shareholders.</p>



<h2>VICI Properties (VICI)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/vici-1600-300x169.png" alt="Person holding mobile phone with logo of American real estate company Vici Properties Inc. on screen in front of web page. VICI stock."><div>Source: T. Schneider / Shutterstock</div></div><p>Dreaming of a Las Vegas getaway? Investing in <strong>VICI Properties</strong> (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/vici-stock-quote/"><strong>VICI</strong></a>) could be your next smart move. This dividend stock holds ownership and occasional operations of some of Vegas&rsquo;s most iconic locations, including Caesar&rsquo;s Palace, the Venetian, and MGM Grand. VICI&rsquo;s extensive portfolio positions it as a strong investment, given Vegas&rsquo;s enduring global popularity.</p>



<p>The company became publicly traded in 2017 after <strong>Caesars Entertainment</strong> (NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/czr-stock-quote/"><strong>CZR</strong></a>) went through bankruptcy. Unlike Caesars Entertainment, which still manages Caesars Palace, VICI owns the actual real estate, allowing it to benefit from tourist and gambler spending without bearing the operational risks of its tenants.</p>



<p>Since its IPO, VICI has provided a solid 60% return, with gross returns surpassing 120% when factoring in distributions. Over the last seven years, VICI has consistently offered a dividend yield of around 5%, with the <a href="https://www.morningstar.com/stocks/xnys/vici/dividends">current trailing yield</a> at 5.9%. This robust yield, paired with promising growth prospects, makes VICI an excellent choice for dividend-focused investors.</p>



<h2>Occidental Petroleum (OXY)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/oxy1600-3-300x169.png" alt="Occidental Petroleum Corporation (Oxy) logo seen on billboard.is an American company engaged in hydrocarbon exploration in the United States, and the Middle East. OXY stock"><div>Source: Poetra.RH / Shutterstock.com</div></div><p>When it comes to value investing, few can rival Warren Buffett. One dividend stock he currently favors is <strong>Occidental Petroleum</strong> (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/oxy-stock-quote/"><strong>OXY</strong></a>). Offering a <a href="https://www.morningstar.com/stocks/xnys/oxy/dividends">2.9% total yield</a> with a 21% payout ratio, OXY provides substantial advantages for both income and growth investors.</p>



<p>Buffett has notably increased his investment in Occidental Petroleum over the past few years, particularly in 2023, <a href="https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/berkshire-hathaway-buys-nearly-105-mln-shares-occidental-petroleum-2023-12-14/">ultimately acquiring</a> a 27% stake in the oil and gas giant, valued at more than $14.5 billion. And, despite shares trading fairly flat, Buffett <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/gauravsharma/2024/06/19/occidental-shares-have-been-flat-in-2024-but-warren-buffett-just-keeps-buying/">just keeps buying</a>. Though Occidental&rsquo;s net-zero and <a href="https://www.oxy.com/siteassets/documents/publications/2023-sustainability-report-web.pdf">sustainability-focused</a> projects promise a future energy pivot, the company continues to benefit from <a href="https://tradingeconomics.com/commodity/crude-oil">rising crude oil</a> prices currently seen in the market.</p>



<p>In recent months, Occidental&rsquo;s share price has ranged between $55 and $65. Thanks to its strengths and the surge in crude prices, Occidental Petroleum is nearing new five-year highs. Following Buffett&rsquo;s lead on this dividend stock could be a wise move, as it offers a unique growth opportunity in a well-established industry.</p>



<h2>Edison International (EIX)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/edison-eix-1600-300x169.jpg" alt="Southern California Edison sign and logo EIX stock"><div>Source: Ken Wolter / Shutterstock.com</div></div><p>Utility companies often attract dividend investors due to their stable customer base, reliable financials, and tendency to redistribute profits to shareholders. <strong>Edison International </strong>(NYSE:<strong><a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/eix-stock-quote/"><strong>EIX</strong></a></strong>) stands out among these companies, especially as the company has strong growth potential that similarly mature utilities tend to lack.</p>



<p>Edison International surpasses industry dividend averages by nearly 2% while consistently increasing its annual payout for the <a href="https://finance.yahoo.com/news/edison-international-raises-common-stock-214200995.html">past 20 years</a>. After hitting a low in October 2023, EIX&rsquo;s stock price rebounded significantly, growing 15% since then. However, the numbers only tell part of the story.</p>



<p>Operating in California, Edison faces more stringent state regulatory challenges compared to its counterparts. But this could work to Edison&rsquo;s advantage.</p>



<p>California&rsquo;s continued moves away from natural gas, despite <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2024/03/27/climate/berkeley-gas-ban-climate.html">questionable success</a> thus far, and the rising demand for green energy practices in the state position Edison as one of the few utility firms with tangible growth prospects. While currently focused on southern California, the state&rsquo;s overall push for sustainability and <a href="https://www.edison.com/our-perspective/pathway-2045">carbon neutrality by 2045</a> suggests Edison has significant expansion potential.</p>



<h2>McDonald&rsquo;s (MCD)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/mdc-1600-300x169.jpg" alt="McDonald's restaurant in Thailand."><div>Source: Tama2u / Shutterstock</div></div><p><strong>McDonald&rsquo;s</strong> (NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/mcd-stock-quote/"><strong>MCD</strong></a>) is a household name globally, yet investors often overlook its potential for dividend and income investing despite its continued growth potential, market power and <a href="https://www.morningstar.com/stocks/xnys/mcd/dividends">4.3% dividend yield</a>.</p>



<p>From a value investor&rsquo;s perspective, McDonald&rsquo;s is a mature and stable presence with an unrivaled market footprint. The company <a href="https://corporate.mcdonalds.com/corpmcd/franchising-overview.html">operates 38,000 locations</a> in over 100 countries and offers investors geographic diversification, scaled operations, and a dependable cash flow. Its robust balance sheet and iconic brand provide a significant competitive edge, effectively deterring new market entrants. Additionally, McDonald&rsquo;s continues to embrace technological advancements and initiatives, focusing on digital and delivery capabilities, which positions it well for adapting to evolving consumer habits and potential future growth.</p>



<p>For income investors, McDonald&rsquo;s has a long and impressive history of paying and increasing dividends. It belongs to the elite group of Dividend Aristocrats, companies that have raised dividends for at least 25 consecutive years. Impressively, McDonald&rsquo;s has increased its dividend for <a href="https://corporate.mcdonalds.com/content/dam/sites/corp/nfl/pdf/2023%20Annual%20Report_vf.pdf">nearly 50 consecutive years</a>, demonstrating a strong commitment to returning capital to shareholders. This consistent and growing income stream makes it an ideal choice for those seeking stability and reliability in their dividend stock portfolio.</p>



<h2>Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD)</h2>



<div><img width="300" height="169" src="https://investorplace.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/growthstocks1600-300x169.png" alt="Coins stack of money on saving, the step of the financial stock market, graph and rows of coins, business investment on a green background, Economy stock market growth of financial recovery. Growth stocks"><div>Source: C H A L N / Shutterstock.com</div></div><p><strong>Expense Ratio:</strong> 0.06%, or $6 annually on a $10,000 investment</p>



<p>Of course, if you want to diversify your dividends, it&rsquo;s hard to beat the ever-popular <strong>Schwab US Dividend Equity ETF</strong> (NYSEARCA:<span><a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/schd-stock-quote/"><strong>SCHD</strong></a></span>). SCHD grants access to leading dividend-producing companies, including core holdings like <strong>Amgen</strong>&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/amgen-stock-quote/"><strong>AMGEN</strong></a>),&nbsp;<strong>Verizon Communications</strong>&nbsp;(NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/vz-stock-quote/"><strong>VZ</strong></a>), and&nbsp;<strong>Merk &amp; Co</strong>&nbsp;(NYSE:<a href="https://investorplace.com/stock-quotes/mrk-stock-quote/"><strong>MRK</strong></a>). Together, these and other top-tier dividend stocks yield an <a href="https://www.morningstar.com/etfs/arcx/schd/quote">attractive 3.83% SEC yield</a>.</p>



<p>SCHD&rsquo;s foundation is built on the <strong>Dow Jones Dividend 100</strong> index, which only includes stocks that have increased dividends for ten consecutive years and possess the financial strength to continue doing so. This index is a powerful diversification tool, offering a solid 6% return over the past five years with relatively low volatility.</p>



<p>Morningstar <a href="https://www.morningstar.com/funds/why-schwab-us-dividend-equity-etf-is-one-best-dividend-funds-available">analysts call SCHD</a> &ldquo;one of the best dividend funds available,&rdquo; citing its inherently defensive nature as the top dividend stocks comprising the ETF &ldquo;tend to be more insulated from market movements.&rdquo;</p>



<p>Oftentimes, those adding dividend stocks to a well-rounded portfolio do so in an effort to diversify &mdash; and adding SCHD as a core dividend holding helps diversify your strategy even further.</p>



<p><em>On the date of publication, Jeremy Flint held no positions in the securities mentioned. The opinions expressed in this article are those of the writer, subject to the <a href="http://InvestorPlace.com">InvestorPlace.com</a> <a href="https://investorplace.com/corporate/investorplace-publishing-guidelines/">Publishing Guidelines</a>.</em></p>
<div><p>Jeremy Flint, an MBA graduate and skilled finance writer, excels in content strategy for wealth managers and investment funds. Passionate about simplifying complex market concepts, he focuses on fixed-income investing, alternative investments, economic analysis, and the oil, gas, and utilities sectors. Jeremy&rsquo;s work can also be found at <a href="https://jeremyflint.work/">www.jeremyflint.work</a>.</p></div><h3>More From InvestorPlace</h3>
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