3 dividend darlings (and 2 with adviser approval)

The recent Income Series survey, in which more than 1000 Livewire readers participated, showed that investor hunger for income-generating equities remains remarkably high.

Domestic equities are by far and away the most popular asset class for income investing, with 93% of respondents choosing this option.

This is despite bonds having bounced back from a tough 18 months and term deposits fetching investors north of 5% on a good day.

It seems investors are looking for higher returns, particularly given inflation is running hot and real yields (what you actually get after inflation) are what ultimately matter.

The survey also highlighted that 50% of respondents are looking to increase their exposure to domestic equities in the next 12 months in order to generate income.

So, what better time to focus on income-generating equities in an episode of Buy Hold Sell than right now? 

In this episode, Ord Minnett’s David Lane and Centaur Financial Services’ Hugh Robertson run the ruler over three classic income stocks, and each highlights their pick for the next 12 months. 

Note: This episode was filmed on Wednesday 14 June 2023.