Merck Offers Value and Steady Dividend Growth

Merck Offers Value and Steady Dividend Growth

- By Brian Bollinger

Merck (MRK) is a blue-chip dividend stock that has paid a consistent dividend since 1970 and has grown its dividend at a 1.8% annual rate over the last 10 years.

They have been able to continually pay a dividend during difficult times thanks to a recession-resistant business model, attractive operating margins and reliable free cash flow generation.