This infographic shows you might be paying too much for dividends

US companies that offer high dividends are very popular among equity investors today. Shares of these companies are trading near record high valuations, as the very low interest-rate environment prompts investors to seek stocks that act like bonds. The market’s composition—illustrated in our infographic—demonstrates the risks of investing in the highest-yielding passive equity funds. In today’s market, we believe a selective, active approach, focused on valuation, growth prospects and company fundamentals, is essential in the hunt for dividends.

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