Posts by Fly High Investing
AI in the age of Dividend Investing
Should you be using AI insights for dividend income investing advice? We feel at Fly High Investing that Generative AI like ChatGPT or Anthropic’s Claude (among many) can offer some useful information to help with decision making, but the influx of daily AI-driven news can be a double-edged sword and AI derived news is…
Read MoreWhere are all the Bulls?
Seems the bulls in dividend income investing are taking a cautious approach, balancing between high yields and sustainability. With some stocks offering double-digit yields, there’s excitement, but also concern over the potential risks. Many investors are focusing on dividend aristocrats—a list of moderate companies with a long history of increasing payouts—to ensure steady income amidst…
Read MoreDividends vs. Buybacks: Which is Better?
As some companies struggle amidst recent market downturns, many are reporting stock buybacks in a bid to boost stock price. When comparing dividends to stock buybacks, dividends often come out ahead for long-term investors focused on compounding. Dividends provide immediate cash flow, which can be reinvested to purchase more shares, leading to compound growth over…
Read MoreHow Dividend Stocks Weather Market Crashes
Dividend stocks have a unique resilience during market crashes, often providing a buffer against extreme volatility. This resilience stems from their underlying business models, which typically involve stable, mature companies with consistent cash flows. During a market downturn, the reliable income from dividends can help cushion the blow for investors, providing a steady return even…
Read MoreUnderstanding the role of Adjusted Funds from Operations (AFFO) and Net Operating Income (NOI)
AFFO and NOI are data points that can be used for assessing the sustainability of dividends in income-generating investments. These metrics provide a clearer picture of a company’s financial health, particularly in sectors like real estate and business development, where consistent cash flow is key to maintaining and growing dividend payouts. It’s important to…
Read MoreNo boats floating?
Seems like almost no financial boat is floating today, the current challenging market conditions where various economic factors are causing turbulence across different sectors, making it difficult for investments to perform well especially when there is a prevailing fear cycle. One major reason is the ongoing uncertainty in the global economic landscape, particularly due…
Read MoreMarket research and IBES
The 50 stocks in the Fly High Investing portfolio are heavily researched and monitored. We inform of any updates each weekend if we feel any action is proposed on the UPDATES AND PERFORMANCE tab and although this happens only a few times a year, if there are concerns for future Earnings coverage of any one…
Read MoreCECL standard and it’s continued positive impacts
Before we begin, please note that this is a high-level overview of a complex topic. It warrants further discussion as it impacts the earnings report of a stock in the Fly High Investing Portfolio, which subsequently affects dividends. Therefore, we believe it is important to address this somewhat specialized subject. The 2008 financial crisis led…
Read MoreUnlocking Wealth with REITs and BDCs: A Dividend Powerhouse for Your 401(k)
We covered Regulated Investment Companies (RICs) in a previous post and providing here a deeper dive into unlocking wealth in your 401k via RICs such as REITs and BDCs. If you are seeking a robust and reliable income stream for your retirement portfolio, then carving out a portion of your portfolio for Real Estate Investment…
Read MoreHigh Dividend Yield Stocks vs Growth Stocks that pay dividends
High Dividend Yield Stocks and Growth Stocks that pay dividends represent two different investment strategies, and each has its own set of characteristics and considerations. Let’s explore the key differences between these two types of stocks: Dividend Yield stocks: Income Generation: High dividend yield stocks are typically chosen by investors seeking a regular income…
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