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.
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