Do you have tobacco company stocks in your portfolio?
These dividend stocks are doing quite well this year, as $MO, $BTI and $PM are up more than 10% since the beginning of the year. Last year I had $MO in my portfolio and was very happy, but this year I sold the dividend stocks and bought growth stocks.
I don't have dividend stocks in my portfolio, but if I had to make a decision and pick something it would be $MO.
For me, it's a great investment and I'm happy too. The stock is solidly up and when you add in the dividend, it's a great performer.