10 High Growth Forever Dividend Stocks To Invest In

2. S&P Global Inc. (NYSE:SPGI)

5-Year Revenue Growth: 16.23%

S&P Global Inc. (NYSE:SPGI), a US-based capital markets firm specializing in financial analytics and information services, delivered solid results in the fourth quarter of 2024. The company posted a 14% year-over-year increase in revenue, while adjusted earnings per share rose by 20% to $3.77. Management also lifted investor confidence by issuing an upbeat outlook for the year ahead and announcing a new share repurchase program. A key highlight was the Ratings division, which saw a 31% jump in revenue, fueled by stronger activity across investment-grade and high-yield bonds, as well as loans and structured finance instruments—diversifying the company’s earnings sources.

S&P Global Inc. (NYSE:SPGI) benefits from a subscription-based model, with over 75% of its revenue coming from recurring streams. This setup helps buffer its performance against fluctuations in the broader debt markets, where the Ratings business is a cornerstone. In addition, its Market Intelligence segment, alongside the Indices and Commodity Insights divisions, contributes to steady, dependable income.

S&P Global Inc. (NYSE:SPGI) also displayed robust financials, with operating cash flow reaching $5.7 billion in 2024, up from $3.7 billion a year earlier. Free cash flow rose to $5.27 billion, compared to $3.2 billion in 2023. This allowed the company to return $1.1 billion to shareholders via dividends. It pays a quarterly dividend of $0.96 per share, yielding 0.83%, as of April 13. The company has grown its dividend for 53 consecutive years.