Dividend stocks have delivered the lion's share of returns for equity investors over the past century. The core reason is the compounding effect of Dividend reinvestment, along with the generally above-average financial health of Dividend-paying companies.

Within the diverse dividend stock universe, retailers Walmart (NYSE: WMT) and (NYSE: TGT) have long been among the group's best performers. Both companies are prized by dividend investors for their reliable payouts, prudent capital management, and top-tier competitive positions in the retail landscape.

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