Microsoft Leads Tech's Magnificent Seven for Best Dividend Stock
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Microsoft stands out as the best dividend stock among the "Magnificent Seven" tech companies of Apple, Alphabet, Amazon, Meta, Microsoft, Nvidia, and Tesla.
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Microsoft has a stronger dividend track record than Apple in terms of dividend growth over the past decade. Microsoft also has a higher current dividend yield.
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Microsoft spends a greater percentage of its free cash flow on dividends compared to Apple, showing a strong commitment to rewards shareholders.
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Microsoft has multiple enduring competitive advantages from its strong brand, switching costs for its products/services, and more. This supports its ability to sustain dividends.
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With leadership in operating systems and gaming, and growth potential in areas like AI and cloud computing, Microsoft is well-positioned for continued success to support growing dividends over time.