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President Trump's tariff plan has caused a lot of uncertainty and concern. There are growing worries that they could cause an economic downturn and a reacceleration in inflation.

If you are looking for dividend stocks in today's market, you need to be selective. Given that the average stock in the S&P 500 (^GSPC -0.64%) is offering a paltry 1.3% yield, you can easily find higher-yielding investments.

The energy midstream sector has been a great spot for investors to go if they want to make some passive income. Many companies in this sector produce very stable cash flow as oil and gas flow through their pipelines and related midstream assets.

Consistency has been a trademark of Enterprise Products Partners (EPD 1.79%) throughout its storied history. Through various energy and economic down cycles, the pipeline company serving the midstream market has been able to maintain its distribution and continually increase it.

Enterprise Products Partners (EPD 1.79%) units have recovered from their post-COVID-19 pandemic lows. But they still haven't regained the highs achieved before the 2016 energy downturn.

--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), the state's Medicaid agency, has announced its intention to award UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona as one of four organizations to administer its Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) EPD program for individuals who are elderly and/or have a physical disability. UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona is one of only two health plans selected to administer the state's ALTCS EPD program statewide in all AHCCCS g.

The April meltdown in the oil patch was likely a scenario many top analysts and most of Wall Street did not see coming.

Predicting markets is nearly impossible, even with perfect foresight; reactions can defy logic. That's why I focus on strategy, not headlines. Recessions are often declared late. By then, stocks may already be up. I prefer acting in fear, not waiting for official confirmation. Instead of chasing safety or volatility, I've picked two stocks that offer reliable income, strong business models, and long-term potential.

I'm going on a 2-week vacation with my family for my sister's wedding, so I've prepared a comprehensive article with three types of dividend aristocrat recommendations for whateveriscomingnext. Low-volatility aristocrats offer a 3.4% yield, a 46% downside capture ratio, and 52% less volatility than the S&P, making them ideal for addressing recession concerns while still providing a 23% return. High-yield aristocrats offer a 7% average yield with 11%-12% long-term return potential, providing low-risk income regardless of market or economic conditions.

Enterprise Products Partners is my portfolio's largest source of passive income. The midstream operator has proven itself to be an exemplary steward of capital over the years. Enterprise Products Partners' leverage ratio of 3.1x as of Q1 2025 is within its target.