FP says Barrick, others have good prospects for growth
2010-09-13 08:56 ET - In the News
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The Financial Post reports in its Saturday, Sept. 11, edition that not all dividend stocks are created equal. The Post's David Pett writes that dividend yields have become much more attractive than diminishing bond yields in recent months. Analysts say there is no substitute for stability and a history of sustained growth in a world where everyone is chasing yield. R.A. Floyd Capital Management manager Robert Floyd says: "It's just not enough to look at the current yield. You also need to look at the potential growth of the dividend down the line. That means looking at the balance sheet, the cash flow, the debt load of the underlying company and assessing any other concerns that might restrict its ability to pay out down the line." With government bond yields reaching record lows this summer, the hunt for yield has turned in the direction of dividend stocks, with high-yielding sectors like telecom, utilities and consumer staples garnering much of the attention. The list also includes several resource stocks, including Barrick Gold, Teck Resources and Yamana Gold. While yields on these stocks are low, hovering around 1 per cent, they promise the best prospects for growth.
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