Author: Prosper Junior Bakiny, The Motley Fool

Despite the beating it took over the past year, there are still excellent reasons to invest in this stock for the long run.

With consistent payouts and excellent underlying businesses, buying these two top income stocks is not a bad way to kick off 2025.

Despite some troubles, these names have grown their dividends making them excellent picks.

Every company faces headwinds eventually– the top ones know how to bounce back.

Despite the headwinds it’s encountered in 2023, the company looks solid, so income seekers can safely load up on shares before they rebound.