Dividend Investing: Earn While You Hold
When most people think of the stock market, they imagine fast trades, risky bets, and chasing price movements. But there’s a smarter, calmer way to grow your wealth — dividend investing . ๐ What is a Dividend? A dividend is a portion of a company’s profit that is distributed to its shareholders. It’s like a “thank you” for staying invested. ✅ Paid quarterly or annually ✅ Comes from company profits ✅ Decided by the board of directors ๐ง Why Choose Dividend Stocks? Regular Income You get cash payouts even if the stock doesn’t rise in price. Wealth Growth Reinvesting dividends (via DRIPs) leads to compounding returns . Lower Risk Dividend-paying companies are often stable and mature . Tax Benefits (India) While dividends are taxable in your hands, many investors still prefer them for consistent income. ๐ Who Should Invest in Dividend Stocks? Retired investors looking for regular income Long-term investors who want stable returns Low-risk takers who avoid high-volatility tr...