3 Dividend Stocks That Are Perfect for Retirement

If there's anything the stock market reminded retirees of this year, it's that chasing performance is tricky and stressful. That is to say, if what happens over the course of a few months takes a concerning toll on your retirement portfolio's value or your mental health, you may not be positioned quite right. You could probably do with a little less exposure to the hot stocks du jour, and a little more exposure to income-producing picks that will pay you a dividend regardless of what's going on around you.

To that end, current and future retirees looking for a little less excitement and a little more reliable income may want to consider stakes in Walmart (NYSE: WMT), Public Storage (NYSE: PSA), or Duke Energy (NYSE: DUK). Here's why.

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