In the past 90 years, dividends have accounted for about 40% of the total stock market return. The combination of a rising stock price and a regular dividend can work wonders for long-term returns. Dividends from high-quality stocks can also be a reliable source of income during economic downturns.
Fortunately, there are plenty of dividend stocks out there that don’t cost an arm and a leg. Here are 10 of the best dividend stocks under $20, according to CFRA.
This post originally appeared at U.S. News & World Report.