Top Wall Street analysts like these 3 dividend stocks for high yields

A positive consumer price index report for April has raised hopes among investors for rate cuts from the Federal Reserve, potentially benefiting dividend-paying stocks. In a low-interest rate environment, these stocks become more attractive to income investors as they offer competitive yields compared to Treasuries. Despite a challenging macro backdrop, several dividend-paying companies have demonstrated resilience and the ability to pay dividends. According to top analysts on TipRanks, three attractive dividend stocks are Ares Capital (ARCC), Brookfield Infrastructure Partners (BIP), and Realty Income (O). Each company has unique strengths that make them appealing investment options.