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There are a number of companies that are well positioned to deliver solid revenue and earnings growth over the next several years.

When it comes to consumer-facing businesses with long-term growth potential, a few companies stand out. While technology stocks get a lot of attention, and deservedly so, the consumer space is also full of solid companies with long growth trajectories.

Philip Morris (PM) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.

In an uncertain market, the best consumer staples stocks provide consistency and stability to portfolios.

PM's strong pricing and premium product mix fuel profit growth and margin gains in the nicotine category.

Nothing bears more importance on Wall Street than data. The only problem is the sheer amount of information investors have to digest can be overwhelming and allow something of importance to slip through the cracks.

I present my top 10 high-yield dividend stocks for July 2025, screened for strong yields, large market caps, and attractive valuations. The list includes Chevron, Pfizer, PepsiCo, Ares Capital, BB Seguridade, LVMH, Altria, Verizon, TotalEnergies, and Merck, each offering income and growth potential. Blending high-yield and dividend growth stocks can boost annual income and reduce portfolio volatility, aligning with The Dividend Income Accelerator Portfolio Strategy.

PM is gaining ground with smoke-free products and cost cuts, but regulatory and currency risks call for caution.

With recent market highs and no shortage of thrills, some investors might be ready to turn the excitement down a notch or two. Tobacco companies often pay high dividend yields backed by decades of proven reliability supported by durable revenues. Six tobacco companies were evaluated using a relative quality matrix with factors including yield, payout ratio, value, profitability, growth, and leverage.

Philip Morris' smoke-free shift gained momentum in the first quarter of 2025 as high-margin products drove profit growth and strengthened its portfolio mix.