Evercore ISI Group Maintains Underperform on Franklin Resources, Raises Price Target to $36

Improve Your Retirement Income with These 3 Top-Ranked Dividend Stocks

With bond yields declining and Social Security concerns mounting, retirees are turning to dividend-paying stocks as an alternative income source. The article recommends investing in high-quality dividend stocks with consistent dividend growth histories to combat inflation and supplement retirement income, while cautioning against high-fee mutual funds and ETFs.

Shares of financial companies are trading lower amid overall market weakness after Fed Chairman Warsh took a hawkish tone in his press conference and Q&A session after the FOMC rate hike.

Invesco's AUM Rises in August: Will the Momentum Continue?

Invesco's assets under management rose 4.7% in August 2026 to $2.56 trillion, driven by $49 billion in market gains and $27.6 billion in long-term net inflows. ETFs, QQQ, and liquidity products led growth, with QQQ AUM climbing 8% and liquidity AUM rising 15.6%. The company's strong first-half momentum and diversified investment platform position it well for continued asset gathering.

How to Maximize Your Retirement Portfolio with These Top-Ranked Dividend Stocks

With traditional fixed-income investments yielding low returns and Social Security facing potential shortfalls by 2035, retirees should consider dividend-paying stocks from quality companies as an alternative income source. The article recommends focusing on stocks with consistent dividend histories, yields around 3% or higher, and positive annual dividend growth to help offset inflation and reduce portfolio volatility.