Pipeline stocks like MPLX and Energy Transfer keep handing investors yields above 6%, but the cash flow statements hiding beneath those steady checks tell a very different story about how safe those payouts actually are.

Five dividend payers ranging from pipeline giants to a consumer staples icon promise real cash backing their payouts, but coverage varies wildly and one name barely covers its distribution at all.

A rare bipartisan warning from top U.S. officials could signal a massive catalyst for overlooked high-yield dividend stocks as America races to catch China. Their concerns highlight how AI's biggest bottleneck provides a huge investment opportunity. I reveal some of my top picks to capitalize on this opportunity as well as some of the risks to keep in mind.

Only a few years ago, natural gas pipeline projects were largely concentrated in Texas and Louisiana. These intrastate systems did not require federal review, making permitting relatively easier.

Two pipeline giants both raised their payouts this quarter, but one cut its dividend during the last industry bust while the other kept raising through it.

Where you hold a high-yield dividend stock matters just as much as which one you pick, and most investors never run the numbers to find out how much that decision is costing them every single year.

Given a volatile backdrop, investors seeking stable income can consider enhancing their portfolios by adding dividend-paying stocks.

Energy Transfer is a well-diversified pipeline leader with lots of exposure to natural gas.  Williams is a higher-growth “pure play” on natural gas.