In a volatile market backdrop influenced by inflation data, earnings reports and Middle East tensions, three dividend-paying stocks stand out according to Wall Street analysts. Integrated oil and gas giant Exxon Mobil has increased dividends for 43 consecutive years and offers a 2.6% yield, with Morgan Stanley raising its price target to $177. Natural gas producer Expand Energy pays an annualized dividend of $2.30 per share for a 2.3% yield, with Goldman Sachs lifting its price target to $113. Independent oil and gas company Diamondback Energy, focused on the Permian Basin, offers a 2.2% yield, with Goldman Sachs raising its price target to $220.
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