TFSA Investors: 3 Top Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold for Decades

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) and these two other dividend stocks can give your portfolio a lot of stability and diversity.

| More on:

Dividend stocks can be risky buys because if you’re buying mainly for a dividend and it suddenly disappears, you could be left with a bad stock in your portfolio that you could end up taking a big loss on. It’s never a good idea to only consider a dividend or make that your sole criteria when investing, as there’s no guarantee it’ll continue.

However, by investing in a company with strong fundamentals and a solid track record, you’ll be adding a more well-rounded investment to your portfolio that can still be a good buy even if the dividend is not there anymore (although cutting it is usually not a good sign)

The three stocks below are safe, long-term buys that I’d feel comfortable holding in my portfolio for years.

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) may have struggled in the past year with its share price dropping around 15% during that time, but that just makes its dividend yield even more appealing. At a payout of 5.2%, you could lock-in a great yield for what’s been a strong, growing dividend over the years.

While investors may be hesitant to invest in TransCanada, especially in light of the recent troubles surrounding the Keystone XL, it should be noted that prior to the Trump administration the project was a longshot to begin with.

Either way, TransCanada has been a staple in the industry that has proven to have a strong business that can withstand these types of challenges and downturns.

While it may be subject to fluctuations in share price, over the past 10 years, TransCanada’s stock has risen by 60%. The company has consistently turned a profit and with the share price trading at low multiples of both earnings and book value, it’s a great value buy.

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is another stock that investors could pick up at a bit of a deal. The bank stock has tumbled more than 7% in the past three months, pushing its dividend yield up to 3.7%.

Although rising interest rates may lead to fewer mortgages being issued, the bank could also make a lot more by taking advantage of higher spreads. As long as the economy is performing well, TD will continue to grow.

Over the past 10 years, TD’s stock has risen by around 180% in value.

Telus Corp (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) is another blue-chip stock that has a safe place in its industry and that pays a terrific dividend as well. Year to date, the stock hasn’t done as poorly as the others in the list, suffering only a slight decline of around 2% in price.

Telus is a good, low-volatile stock that can provide investors with a strong payout. Currently, Telus pays its shareholders a yield of 4.6% after recently increasing its payouts.

Although growth may be limited in the industry, the telecom stock has done a good job of finding growth while also maintaining a strong bottom line. Telus has also done well over the past decade, with its share price up over 140% during that time.

This article represents the opinion of the writer, who may disagree with the “official” recommendation position of a Motley Fool premium service or advisor. We’re Motley! Questioning an investing thesis — even one of our own — helps us all think critically about investing and make decisions that help us become smarter, happier, and richer, so we sometimes publish articles that may not be in line with recommendations, rankings or other content.

Fool contributor David Jagielski has no position in any of the stocks mentioned.

More on Dividend Stocks

hand stacks coins
Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Smart Money Is Piling Into This TSX Leader

An expanding and still growing industry giant is a smart choice for Canadian investors in 2025.

Read more »

TFSA (Tax-Free Savings Account) on wooden blocks and Canadian one hundred dollar bills.
Dividend Stocks

TFSA Contribution Limit Stays at $7,000 for 2025: What to Buy?

This TFSA strategy can boost yield and reduce risk.

Read more »

Make a choice, path to success, sign
Dividend Stocks

Already a TFSA Millionaire? Watch Out for These CRA Traps

TFSA millionaires are mindful of CRA traps to avoid paying unnecessary taxes and penalties.

Read more »

Canada Day fireworks over two Adirondack chairs on the wooden dock in Ontario, Canada
Tech Stocks

Best Tech Stocks for Canadian Investors in the New Year

Three tech stocks are the best options for Canadians investing in the high-growth sector.

Read more »

Happy golf player walks the course
Dividend Stocks

Got $7,000? 5 Blue-Chip Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

These blue-chip stocks are reliable options for investors seeking steady capital gains and attractive returns through dividends.

Read more »

Concept of multiple streams of income
Stocks for Beginners

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $500 Right Now

The market is flush with great opportunities right now, and that includes some of the smartest dividend stocks every portfolio…

Read more »

Hourglass projecting a dollar sign as shadow
Dividend Stocks

It’s Time to Buy: 1 Oversold TSX Stock Poised for a Comeback

An oversold TSX stock in a top-performing sector is well-positioned to stage a comeback in 2025.

Read more »

woman looks at iPhone
Dividend Stocks

Where Will BCE Stock Be in 5 Years? 

BCE stock has more than halved in almost three years. Where will the stock be in the next five years?…

Read more »