Studies show that dividend-growing stocks often outperform the broader market with less volatility over time. Companies like Coca-Cola (63 years of dividend increases), Procter & Gamble (69 years), Enterprise Products Partners, ExxonMobil, Realty Income, Aflac, and Chubb have strong records of consistent dividend growth. These businesses have stable cash flows, resilient business models, and a disciplined approach to capital management, making them reliable for income seekers. Still, even respected stocks like Coca-Cola don't always make analysts' top 10 lists, so do your own due diligence.