pay dividends

phrase

: to directly benefit someone for something he or she has done
Our efforts are finally paying dividends.

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Tracking the recommendations of top Wall Street analysts can help investors pick the right dividend stocks, as these experts assign their ratings after an in-depth analysis of a company's financials and ability to pay dividends consistently. CNBC, 16 Aug. 2026 But investment in these skills should pay dividends over time. Sally Percy, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026 How to Support Cognitive Health in Retirement Planning for life after retirement in advance can also pay dividends. Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 3 Aug. 2026 However, unlike stocks and other investments, gold IRAs do not pay dividends. Faith Wakefield, USA Today, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for pay dividends

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“Pay dividends.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pay%20dividends. Accessed 26 Aug. 2026.

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