Five High-Dividend Stocks That May Outperform Over the Next Three Years

TLDR

• AbbVie saw 2025 revenue climb 8.6% to $61.16 billion and increased its 2026 dividend by 5.5%, supported by robust drug sales
• Chevron recorded record production in 2025 and a reserve replacement ratio of 158%, with analysts favoring a Buy rating
• Shell generated $26.1 billion in free cash flow in 2025 and stands as one of the world’s largest LNG operators
• Enterprise Products Partners offers a yield near 6% with a 1.7x distribution coverage ratio, indicating the payout is well secured
• Realty Income reported Q4 2025 AFFO of $1.08 per share and pays dividends on a monthly basis

(SeaPRwire) –   Five high-dividend stocks are capturing the interest of income investors seeking reliable returns over the next three to five years. The selections include AbbVie, Chevron, Shell, Enterprise Products Partners, and Realty Income.

Each stock offers a yield exceeding 3%, but the focus is on companies with steady cash flow, manageable debt, and dividends backed by actual earnings, rather than simply chasing the highest payout.

AbbVie

AbbVie is the top selection in this group. The stock yields approximately 3.3%, and the company reported 2025 revenue of $61.16 billion, representing an 8.6% increase from the previous year.

AbbVie Inc., ABBV

Medications like Skyrizi and Rinvoq have helped offset the loss of sales from Humira, which faced competition from biosimilars in recent years. This transition has exceeded many analysts’ expectations.

AbbVie raised its dividend by 5.5% for 2026. According to MarketBeat, the stock holds a Moderate Buy rating with 16 buys, 9 holds, and 0 sells, with no sell ratings currently assigned.

Chevron

Chevron achieved record production levels in 2025 and maintained a reserve replacement ratio of 158%, meaning it replenished its oil and gas reserves more than it extracted during the year.

Chevron Corporation, CVX

The company increased its quarterly dividend to $1.78 per share. MarketBeat sentiment is currently a Hold, with 14 buys, 6 holds, and 4 sells.

This mixed rating could work to the advantage of investors. Lower enthusiasm from Wall Street often leaves room for upside if oil prices remain stable and the company continues returning cash to shareholders.

Shell

Shell is more than just an oil company; it is also one of the world’s largest liquefied natural gas operators, providing a profile distinct from most U.S. energy peers.

In 2025, Shell generated $42.9 billion in operating cash flow and $26.1 billion in free cash flow. The company aims to return 40% to 50% of its operating cash flow to shareholders.

MarketBeat lists Shell with 6 buys, 13 holds, and 0 sell ratings. Its LNG business provides exposure that pure oil majors do not offer.

Enterprise Products Partners

Enterprise Products Partners offers the highest yield in the group, approaching 6%. The partnership reported a distribution coverage ratio of 1.7x in its latest results, indicating that cash flow comfortably covers the dividend.

This coverage ratio is significant. A yield near 6% might appear risky, but strong coverage suggests the dividend is not under pressure.

MarketBeat shows a Moderate Buy consensus with 10 buys, 6 holds, and 2 sells. Investors taking a position will receive a K-1 tax form, which is standard for master limited partnerships.

Realty Income

Realty Income is known as “The Monthly Dividend Company” and distributes payments to shareholders every month. It reported Q4 2025 adjusted funds from operations of $1.08 per share, with a net debt to EBITDAre ratio of 5.4x.

The stock is rate-sensitive, meaning its performance tends to correlate closely with interest rate movements. If rates decline over the next few years, Realty Income could benefit from both its yield and a rise in its valuation.

Analyst sentiment is cautious, with 6 buys, 9 holds, and 1 sell on MarketBeat and a broader Hold consensus on StockAnalysis.

Final Thoughts

Across these five names, AbbVie ranks first for its combination of income and earnings growth. Chevron and Shell provide energy exposure with strong cash returns. Enterprise Products ranks fourth for high current income, and Realty Income takes fifth place for monthly dividends and potential upside driven by interest rates.