3 companies that have increased their dividend for the last 25 or more consecutive years

Stocks are going through tough times in 2022, so it's a good idea to look for companies that are not susceptible to the economic cycle and have a long history of paying dividends. Here, we'll focus on 3 companies that have increased their dividend payout year after year for at least 25 years. We could therefore label them as dividend aristocrats.

Realty Income

Realty Income $O is a real estate investment trust with a portfolio of more than 11,000 properties that are leased under long-term leases with commercial tenants. Realty Income's major tenants include big names like Walmart, CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens - companies that have weathered multiple economic cycles. It is this diversified and high-quality tenant base that allows Realty Income to pay reliable dividends.

One of the company's advantages is its monthly dividend distribution policy. While most dividend aristocrats pay quarterly dividends, Realty…