The S&P 500's dividend yield just hit a record low, leaving income investors scrambling for alternatives. Five long-established index members still pay 6% or more, and all carry Buy ratings from top Wall Street analysts.

Altria Group (MO) is back in focus after reporting second quarter 2026 results and updating investors on its latest share repurchase activity through June 30, 2026. See our latest analysis for Altria Group. Despite the second quarter earnings update and ongoing buybacks through June 30, Altria Group’s recent momentum has cooled, with the share price down 9.4% over 30 days and 9.1% over 90 days. However, the 3 year total shareholder return of 89.8% and 5 year total shareholder return of 97.1%...

It’s been a generally successful earnings season for most of the market, as EPS figures remain strong and analysts continue to raise estimates. But not everyone is joining the party. Earnings reports from the

Pulling $54,000 a year from a $950,000 rollover IRA sounds like a math problem, but the real trap is hidden in the yield tier you choose and what it quietly does to your principal over time.

Let's have a look at the top S&P500 gainers and losers one hour before the close of the markets of today's session.