But dividend growth investing takes it a step further by seeking out companies that have lengthy track records of increasing these dividend payouts. (newretirement.com)
The list is comprised of stocks that have increased their dividend payout for at least 25 consecutive years. (scottsinvestments.com)
Basically, you buy a stock that has been paying dividends and has also been consistently increasing the dividend payout on an annual basis. (thefrugalfarmer.net)