Income Investing
InvestingGlossary term
Definition
A strategy focused on building a portfolio that generates regular cash flow through dividends, bond interest, and rental income. Popular with retirees and conservative investors who prioritize steady income over capital appreciation.
Related terms
- DividendA portion of a company's earnings distributed to shareholders, typically paid quarterly. Dividends provide a steady income stream in addition to potential stock price appreciation.
- BondA fixed-income investment where an investor loans money to an entity (government or corporation) that borrows the funds for a defined period at a fixed interest rate.
- YieldThe income return on an investment, expressed as a percentage. For bonds, it's the interest payment divided by the price. For stocks, it's the annual dividend divided by the stock price.
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