12 Safe Stocks to Buy for the Long Term in 2025

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6. Walmart Inc. (NYSE:WMT)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 88  

Walmart Inc. (NYSE:WMT) engages in the operation of retail, wholesale, and other units worldwide. There are several aspects that make this company an attractive investment choice. First and foremost, the company has an exceptional record of 52 consecutive years of dividend growth, outperforming the sector median of 2 years by 2,450%. Also, the company has surpassed the sector median of 14.1 years by 260% by maintaining 51 consecutive years of dividend payments. This shows the company’s ability to generate consistent returns and its strong financial performance. Secondly, the company has also experienced a 27% increase in e-commerce sales in the third quarter, reflecting the company’s successful integration of online and offline shopping experiences. Lastly, the company also plans to diversify its revenue streams by expanding into higher-margin areas such as financial services, advertising, and data monetization.

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