3 of the Best Dividend Stocks to Combat Inflation and Rising Interest Rates

Suncor, TD Bank, and Tourmaline are dividend stocks benefitting from rising inflation and rising interest rates.

| More on:

With rising interest rates and rising inflation, the stock market is feeling dangerous to me at this time. So, I’m reining in my focus. I’m increasingly shying away from the highest-growth stocks that have zero to insignificant earnings. Instead, I’m focusing on well-established stocks that have strong cash flows and a business that’s sheltered from rising rates and inflation. In this article, I would like to review three such dividend stocks.

There is a way to invest successfully, even in this shaky market.

Suncor: A top dividend stock breaking records and serving as an inflation hedge

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) is Canada’s leading integrated energy company. It has a long history in the oil sands industry. It also has a solid refining business that evens out its cash flows through all commodity cycles. These robust cash flows have supported a steady, growing dividend over the years. In fact, Suncor’s dividend has grown at a compound annual growth rate of 13% over the last 27 years. This translates to a lifetime of exceptional investor returns.

best dividend stocks Canada Suncor

It’s for these reasons that Suncor stock is one of the best dividend stocks in Canada today. Looking ahead, Suncor’s story is just getting better. Strong oil and gas prices and refining spreads are driving record results. Cash flows doubled to over $4 billion in the last quarter. As a result, Suncor reduced its debt significantly. It also increased its quarterly dividend by another 12%.

In summary, Suncor is a top-tier dividend stock that’s sitting pretty as a solid inflation hedge. This is the result of soaring oil and gas prices — the result of soaring demand and low supply.

TD Bank stock: Benefitting from rising interest rates

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) is one of Canada’s top banks. It’s also the fifth-largest North American bank. Finally, it’s one of Canada’s top dividend stocks. TD Bank stock has a solid history of dividend growth and shareholder returns. It has been an anchor holding in many investors’ accounts, providing long-term wealth.

best dividend stocks canada TD interest rates

Looking ahead, TD Bank looks like it’s in good shape to continue to outperform. TD is well capitalized, diversified, and has a proven track record. In a rising interest rate environment, many stocks typically suffer. There’s a portion of TD’s business that will also get hit, such as mortgages and loans. But there’s a big portion of TD’s business that will benefit. As rates rise, a bank’s interest rate income rises. This is because the rate at which the bank charges for loans rises more than the interest it pays its depositors.

Tourmaline: One of the best dividend stocks in Canada, benefitting from rising natural gas prices

Natural gas prices are on a tear. This is being driven by years of low natural gas prices, which discouraged investment in production. It’s also being driven by soaring global demand. Today, North America in increasingly prepared to supply this insatiable demand. Tourmaline Oil (TSX:TOU) is a is a Canadian mid-tier natural gas producer — the largest natural gas producer in Canada. In fact, it’s looking good in this respect.

best dividend stocks canada TOU

Natural gas produced in North America is no longer trapped in North America. There’s been a build out of LNG capacity in the U.S. and exports to high demand areas are accelerating. For example, Asia is a massive source of demand for North American natural gas. While Canada is behind in its LNG build-out, some Canadian companies like Tourmaline are finding their way around this. In fact, Tourmaline recently established a U.S. Gulf coast LNG supply agreement with Cheniere Energy. This terminal will supply to Europe and eventually Asia. As for the medium-term future, Canada is finally stepping up its LNG export capacity, and we should expect to see more growth from this in time.

Cash flows at Tourmaline are booming and the dividend is rising fast. The company is clearly on its own path, quite immune to both rising interest rates and inflation. Its growth drivers are strong and show no signs of abating.

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 Karen Thomas owns shares of Tourmaline Oil and Toronto-Dominion Bank. The Motley Fool has no position in any of the stocks mentioned.

More on Dividend Stocks

Make a choice, path to success, sign
Dividend Stocks

Is Fortis Stock a Buy for its Dividend Yield?

Fortis has increased the dividend for 51 consecutive years.

Read more »

Middle aged man drinks coffee
Dividend Stocks

Is Brookfield Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold for 2025?

BAM stock recently jumped after beating earnings. But is it still a buy, or is it better to wait?

Read more »

Electricity transmission towers with orange glowing wires against night sky
Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian Utility Stocks to Buy in November

Are you looking for some top Canadian utility stocks to own? Here's a look at three must-have options for any…

Read more »

View of high rise corporate buildings in the financial district of Toronto, Canada
Dividend Stocks

Is First Capital REIT a Buy for its 4.8% Yield?

First Capital is a REIT that offers you a tasty dividend yield of 4.8%. Is this TSX dividend stock a…

Read more »

TFSA (Tax free savings account) acronym on wooden cubes on the background of stacks of coins
Dividend Stocks

TFSA Passive Income: 3 Stocks to Buy and Never Sell

Stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS) are worth holding long term.

Read more »

Electricity transmission towers with orange glowing wires against night sky
Dividend Stocks

Canadian Utility Stocks to Buy Now for Stable Returns

Given their regulated business, falling interest rates, and healthy growth prospects, these three Canadian utility stocks are ideal for earning…

Read more »

nuclear power plant
Dividend Stocks

The Best Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever in a TFSA

TFSA investors can buy and hold these Canadian stocks to generate above-average, tax-free returns over the next decade.

Read more »

Person holding a smartphone with a stock chart on screen
Dividend Stocks

Is Telus Stock a Buy for its 7.3% Dividend Yield?

Although the 7.3% dividend yield Telus offers is attractive, it's just one of many reasons why the telecom stock is…

Read more »