The following table lists the ten highest yielding Dow stocks as of the close on December 31, 2021. They are the official 2022 Dogs of the Dow. Of these ten Dow stocks, the five stocks with the lowest closing price are the 2022 Small Dogs of the Dow. For all steps required to invest in the 2022 Dogs of the Dow, get the free Dogs of the Dow Checklist.
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| Symbol | Company Dow stocks ranked by yield on 12-31-21 | Price 12-31-21 | Yield 12-31-21 | Small Dog 12-31-21 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DOW | Dow | 56.72 | 4.94% | Yes |
| VZ | Verizon | 51.96 | 4.93% | Yes |
| IBM | IBM | 133.66 | 4.91% | No |
| CVX | Chevron | 117.35 | 4.57% | No |
| WBA | Walgreens | 52.16 | 3.66% | Yes |
| MRK | Merck | 76.64 | 3.60% | No |
| AMGN | Amgen | 224.97 | 3.45% | No |
| MMM | 3M | 177.63 | 3.33% | No |
| KO | Coca-Cola | 59.21 | 2.84% | Yes |
| INTC | Intel | 51.50 | 2.70% | Yes |
Dogs of the Dow 2022 FAQ
Is Dogs of the Dow a good strategy?
Since 2000, the Dogs of the Dow has outperformed the Dow. Dogs of the Dow X has done even better.
Which Dow stock pays the highest dividend in 2022?
Dow is the highest dividend yielding Dow stock in 2022 with a dividend yield near 5%.
What does Dogs of the Dow mean?
Dogs of the Dow is a stock picking strategy. The strategy involves investing an equal amount in the 10 highest dividend yielding Dow stocks every year.
What is the criteria for Small Dogs of the Dow?
Small Dogs of the Dow are the five lowest priced of the 10 Dogs of the Dow.