Rising Rates Put Pressure on Dividend Stocks, But Quality Names Still Offer Value

Dividend stocks traditionally seen as more conservative than tech stocks due to stable business models and dividend yields.

Rising interest rates now posing a threat as cost of debt rises for leveraged companies like REITs and utilities.

Valuations pressured as fixed income becomes more attractive and discount rates rise.

Consider buying high quality names at discounted prices and diversifying into sectors that benefit from higher rates.

Top players like NEE, BIP, BEP, ENB, and O remain strong long-term performers despite recent volatility.