Dividend stocks outperform growth stocks in early 2025

In early 2025, dividend stocks are seeing a strong start. While technology and growth stocks, known as the "Mag 7," have dropped significantly, a broader group called the "Other 493" has shown modest gains. This group includes stocks that provide higher dividend payouts compared to the struggling growth names. Analysts note that this shift could be due to changing investor preferences in a volatile market. Investors seem more interested in stable income from dividends rather than the high-risk returns from growth stocks. There are no conflicts of interest disclosed by analysts writing about these stocks. They have not held any positions or made plans to invest in these companies recently. The overall message is that past performances, like the current trends, do not guarantee future results for any investments.