
Top dividend-paying stocks with high and sustainable payouts are a reliable source of passive income. Companies with a solid track record of distribution growth and a growing earnings base portfolio are particularly appealing in all market conditions.
To identify these opportunities, I used Barchart’s Stock Screener Tool to narrow down the top dividend stocks with fat yields of 6% or more. After running the scan, I identified three standout picks: Enbridge (ENB), Altria (MO), and Enterprise Products Partners (EPD).