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Coke Zero vs. Diet Coke: What's the Difference?
Coke Zero vs. Diet Coke: What's the Difference?

Health Line

time9 hours ago

  • Health
  • Health Line

Coke Zero vs. Diet Coke: What's the Difference?

There isn't much difference between Coke Zero and Diet Coke. You can drink either coke if you want to reduce your sugar intake, as both of them contain artificial sweeteners. You've likely heard that limiting the amount of added sugar in your diet is important for your health. People who regularly consume sodas may try switching to sodas made with artificial or non-nutritive sweeteners to reduce their added sugar intake. These alternatives make products taste sweet but don't lead to the blood sugar increases that traditional sugar may cause. Diet drinks are a way to avoid added sugars in beverages, but more recently, sodas with 'zero' in their name have hit the market alongside them. Coca-Cola is a popular example of a brand with both 'diet' and 'zero' varieties. If you're wondering about the differences between Coke Zero and Diet Coke — and how to determine which is a better choice for you — read on. Nutrition facts and ingredients of Coke Zero and Diet Coke Below are the ingredients and nutrition facts for both Coke Zero and Diet Coke. In this section, we'll break down some of the key differences and similarities you may want to consider. Coke Zero nutrition facts Coke Zero's ingredients include: carbonated water caramel color phosphoric acid aspartame potassium benzoate (to protect taste) natural flavors potassium citrate acesulfame potassium caffeine It also contains the amino acid phenylalanine, so people with phenylketonuria (PKU) should avoid it. A 12-ounce (355-mL) serving of Coke Zero provides: Calories: 0 Total fat: 0 grams (g) Sodium: 40 milligrams (mg) Total carbohydrate s: 0 g Total sugars: 0 g Protein: 0 g Potassium: 60 mg Caffeine: 34 mg Coke Zero contains no added sugars since it uses artificial sweeteners instead. It comes in a variety of flavors, including cherry, cherry vanilla, orange vanilla, and vanilla. Coke Zero also has less caffeine than Diet Coke. Caffeine-free Coke Zero is also available. Diet Coke nutrition facts Diet Coke's ingredients include: carbonated water caramel color aspartame phosphoric acid potassium benzoate (to protect taste) natural flavors citric acid caffeine Like Coke Zero, Diet Coke contains the amino acid phenylalanine, so people with PKU should avoid it. A 12-ounce (355-mL) serving of Diet Coke provides: Calories: 0 Total fat: 0 g Sodium: 40 mg Total carbohydrate: 0 g Total sugars: 0 g Protein: 0 g Caffeine: 46 mg Diet Coke contains no added sugars since it uses artificial sweeteners instead. Regular Diet Coke uses aspartame, but you can also purchase a variety of Diet Coke that's made with Splenda, a brand of sucralose. Flavor varieties of Diet Coke include ginger lime and feisty cherry. Like Coke Zero, Diet Coke also comes in a caffeine-free version. Key differences between Coke Zero and Diet Coke These products are essentially the same, especially regarding their main selling point: not containing sugar. What differs between the two is the type of sweetener they contain, as well as their caffeine content, although these two differences are still unlikely to be significant to most people. While Diet Coke uses aspartame as its sweetening agent, Coke Zero uses both aspartame and acesulfame potassium, also called 'Ace K' or 'acesulfame K.' Acesulfame potassium is another calorie-free sweetener that passes through the body without raising blood sugar levels. Per Diet Coke's ingredient label, its primary sweetener is aspartame, and since ingredients are listed in order by weight, it's reasonable to assume that it contains much less acesulfame potassium. This means that these drinks are quite similar in terms of ingredients. The other key difference is caffeine content. Coke Zero has less caffeine than Diet Coke. However, both beverages are well below the recommended daily caffeine limit of 400 mg per day for adults. One debatable difference is the taste of these two drinks. Some say they cannot taste a difference, while others swear by either Diet Coke or Coke Zero as tasting closest to the 'real deal.' Taste comparison As of late, Coca-Cola writes on its website and in its most recent marketing materials that it has developed a new recipe for Coke Zero. The company doesn't go into detail about how it has changed but maintains that it 'has more real Coca-Cola flavor, still without any sugar'. Coke Zero has a slightly different aftertaste than Diet Coke, likely due to its acesulfame potassium. Diet Coke tastes more like regular Coke to many people. However, for some, it's the reverse. Neither tastes just like the original Coca-Cola. Depending on multiple factors — like whether you get it from a beverage fountain, in a can, or in a bottle — each type may have a slightly different taste. Potential side effects For most, not many harmful side effects come from drinking carbonated beverages in moderation. However, caffeine and artificial sweeteners may negatively affect some people, even at moderate intake levels. The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) recommends that adults have no more than 400 mg of caffeine per day. That's about 4 cups of coffee, or nine or eleven 12-ounce (355-mL) cans of Diet Coke or Coke Zero, respectively. So, you're unlikely to exceed the limit by drinking these sodas in moderation. If you're highly sensitive to caffeine, though, you may want to watch your intake of these beverages. Otherwise, they contain a relatively low amount of caffeine. Aspartame may cause headaches for some people, according to the American Migraine Foundation. While this effect may vary, it's good to know ahead of time so you can connect the dots if you start experiencing headaches after drinking these beverages. In addition, some research has indicated that aspartame may be carcinogenic. More long-term, high quality human studies are necessary before we can connect aspartame to cancer. A concluded that products containing aspartame are safe to consume by the general population at current levels. However, it may pose certain health risks for certain populations, such as: people with seizures neurological conditions people with phenylketonuria people who are pregnant Those who take a more cautious approach to ingredients in foods may want to avoid aspartame, and that's OK. However, it's worth noting that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers aspartame safe. Similar to aspartame, acesulfame potassium has been evaluated for potential carcinogenic effects. Again, however, the evidence is unclear, and more long-term, high quality human studies are necessary. Acesulfame potassium is FDA approved. Which is a better choice? There are very few differences between Diet Coke and Coke Zero. As such, there is no concrete, measurable reason to suggest that one is superior to the other. Nutritionally, there are no significant differences. Their ingredient and caffeine contents are similar as well, so neither is healthier than the other. Remember that diet soda is not considered a healthy drink. It's a fun treat that can be consumed in moderation — and switching from original sodas to diet ones is a great starting place if you're trying to cut back on added sugars. Whichever you choose will depend largely on which tastes better to you. Coke Zero has been said to taste more like regular Coke, but some people feel differently and even prefer Diet Coke over regular Coke. Tips for reducing diet soda intake With the conflicting evidence surrounding artificial sweeteners, you may be wondering how you can get your fizzy fix while limiting your artificial sweetener intake. Here are some ideas you can try: Flavored waters: Calorie-free flavored waters can be refreshing and hydrating. Consider them as a healthy addition to your fridge or cooler. Kombucha: Kombucha is a probiotic-filled beverage that promotes healthy gut bacteria and is naturally fizzy due to the fermentation process. Most kombuchas have less sugar than regular sodas, but compare labels to ensure you're not overdoing it on added sugars. Probiotic sodas: Some brands of probiotic 'soda' are similar to kombucha. They're designed to taste similar to soda but have far less sugar. Their benefits are similar to those of kombucha due to the probiotics. Stevia sodas: Several brands of fizzy drinks mimic popular soda flavors and contain no artificial sweeteners. Instead, these sodas use plant-based alternative sweeteners like stevia or monk fruit. They still taste similar to soda but have no sugar or artificial sweeteners. Sparkling water: If it's fizz you're after rather than the sweetness, sparkling waters may come to your rescue. While they're not always sweet, they still provide carbonation without any sugar or artificial sweeteners. The bottom line If you want to limit added sugars, sodas made with artificial sweeteners — like Diet Coke and Coke Zero — may seem like a good choice. While some of the artificial sweeteners in these two drinks have faced controversy over their potential negative health effects, consuming either beverage in moderation should not be a concern, especially when compared with the negative effects of their sugar-laden alternative. Coke Zero and Diet Coke are essentially the same nutritionally. They differ mostly in their flavor.

Under Pressure, Officials in Western India Move Against Abuse in Sugar Fields
Under Pressure, Officials in Western India Move Against Abuse in Sugar Fields

New York Times

time13 hours ago

  • Business
  • New York Times

Under Pressure, Officials in Western India Move Against Abuse in Sugar Fields

Authorities in western India are taking steps to improve labor conditions for sugar cane cutters after a court ruling and an investigation by The New York Times and The Fuller Project highlighted serious abuses of workers. Journalists revealed last year that women in the Indian state of Maharashtra were pushed to get unnecessary hysterectomies as a way to keep them working in sweltering sugar fields, unencumbered by menstruation or gynecological ailments. The sugar cane-cutting system also has used child labor, pushes young girls into marriage and locks families into debt bondage. The sugar industry is overwhelmingly controlled by the state's political leadership. And major Western brands like Coca-Cola and Pepsico have profited from the system. Government officials, regulators and companies have for years done little or nothing to address these abuses. Politicians say that changing the labor system would cut into sugar profits and make it impossible for factories to compete. The Bombay High Court ruled in March that government must address these problems. And though the court has no direct enforcement power in this case, labor-rights groups say the ruling is important because it is the first official acknowledgment that the system in Maharashtra must change. The court ruled that migrant workers and the middleman contractors who hire them must be registered as a standard employee-employer relationship. That would close a loophole that has allowed sugar companies to deny any responsibility for the workers who cut their cane. Want all of The Times? Subscribe.

Supercars Darwin: Barry Ryan's frank verdict on fall of Erebus
Supercars Darwin: Barry Ryan's frank verdict on fall of Erebus

Daily Telegraph

time13 hours ago

  • Automotive
  • Daily Telegraph

Supercars Darwin: Barry Ryan's frank verdict on fall of Erebus

Don't miss out on the headlines from Motorsport. Followed categories will be added to My News. Erebus chief executive Barry Ryan has offered a frank reflection on a crippling 18 months that has seen his title-winning team slip to last in the Supercars standings. After a fairytale start to the Gen3 era, which saw Erebus win both the drivers' and teams' titles in 2023, the squad has endured a string of well-publicised internal struggles. Will Brown defected to Triple Eight at the end of 2023, while reigning champion Brodie Kostecki missed the start of the 2024 season while in dispute with the team, which coincided with big name sponsors such as Coca-Cola walking away. Kostecki would later return and win the Bathurst 1000, however left to Dick Johnson Racing at the end of last season – along with both Erebus race engineers George Commins and Tom Moore. Will Brown left Erebus at the end of 2023. Picture: Brendan Radke Brodie Kostecki was another high-profile departure. Team principal Brad Tremain also left the squad at the end of 2024 with plans to pursue an opportunity in IndyCar in the US. That has prompted a significant, and ongoing, internal rebuild, highlighted by Ryan himself needing to take the race engineer role on Jack Le Brocq's car. It's been tough going for Le Brocq and rookie teammate Cooper Murray, too, with Erebus slumping to last in the teams' standings ahead of this weekend's Darwin Triple Crown. 'There's no hiding behind it; the last 18 months have been really hard on our team. Really hard,' said Ryan at Hidden Valley on Friday. 'Losing key people … our last rebuild was 2021 and we got Brodie and Will and no one believed, really, in that. And we won a championship two years later, and we won Bathurst the year after. 'We've gone back to where we were [in 2021]. 'It's hard on the team. To replace people like George, Tom and Brodie is really hard. Brad Tremain is going to kick goals in America. That's four key people out of the team, it's really tough to replace that. 'It's going to take time. We can't hide behind that. I can only do so much and the boys that I've had there for six, seven years can only do so much. 'Unfortunately I'm still race engineering, and I say that because I shouldn't be. I should be running the business. But until we can get the right person to do that role; we're trying to self-promote from within, we're trying to find an engineer we can just put in and be really successful. Cooper Murray was 11th in the second practice session in Darwin. 'It's a balancing act and I can't say I'm really enjoying it. We got to a point where we were beating Triple Eight and we wanted to be that team that was the best year in, year out. 'Massive respect to Roland Dane for what he did for that whole time he was there, and what they're still doing. We got there and we just couldn't keep the momentum. 'No matter what everyone thinks the reason is why. We just couldn't keep that momentum that teams like that can do. 'Anyway, it's a lesson learned, this whole situation. We'll try not to go through it again. 'We'll get there again. We're confident in our team. We've got a great bunch of loyal staff that want to stay on and want to see us get there again and win championships and Bathursts. 'We're still going to go to Bathurst trying to win there this year. We'll have the belief and we'll have the drivers than can do it.' Erebus showed signs of improvement on track on Friday, with Murray 11th in the second practice session and Le Brocq in 19th as Andre Heimgartner led the way for Brad Jones Racing ahead of Ryan Wood and Will Brown. This story was written by Speedcafe Originally published as Supercars Darwin: Barry Ryan's frank verdict on fall of Erebus

Buy 5 High-Yielding Giant Consumer Staples Stocks for a Stable Portfolio
Buy 5 High-Yielding Giant Consumer Staples Stocks for a Stable Portfolio

Yahoo

timea day ago

  • Business
  • Yahoo

Buy 5 High-Yielding Giant Consumer Staples Stocks for a Stable Portfolio

U.S. stock markets witnessed severe volatility in the first half of 2025 unlike a smooth rally seen in the last two years. Volatility was triggered by several factors. Prominent among them were the imposition of tariffs by the Trump administration on almost all countries across the world, fears of higher inflation and a near-term recession and concerns regarding the continuation of momentum among the much-hyped U.S. artificial intelligence-based behemoths. Of late, Wall Street returned to its northbound trajectory, following positive developments on global tariffs and trade, a gradually declining inflation rate, trade-related negotiations and a series of recently released economic data, following which fears of an impending recession evaporated. However, we are not out of the woods. The most important trade deal between the United States and China is yet to be finalized. Heightened geopolitical conflicts in the Middle-East between Israel and Iran and more than three years of war between Russia and Ukraine are the latest sources of fluctuation in U.S. stock markets. At this stage, investment in defensive stocks like consumer staples to stabilize your portfolio should be a prudent strategy. Our recommended five high-dividend paying consumer staples stocks with a favorable Zacks Rank are: Philip Morris International Inc. PM, The Coca-Cola Co. KO, Mondelez International Inc. MDLZ, Altria Group Inc. MO and Corteva Inc. CTVA. Each of our picks carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here. The consumer staples sector is mature and fundamentally strong as demand for such services is generally immune to changes in the economic cycle. The consumer staples sector includes companies that provide necessities and products for daily use. This makes the sector defensive in nature. Therefore, this has always been a go-to place for investors, who want to play it safe during extreme market fluctuations irrespective of internal or external disturbances. Moreover, the sector is known for the stability and visibility of its earnings and cash flows. Consequently, adding stocks from the consumer staples basket lends more stability to one's portfolio. The chart below shows the price performance of our five picks in the past three months. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Philip Morris has benefited from strong pricing power and an expanding smoke-free product portfolio. PM has been making significant progress on its smoke-free transition, with products like IQOS and ZYN contributing to strong performance. In fact, PM aims to become substantially smoke-free by 2030. Philip Morris is set for another year of robust growth in 2025, driven by increasing demand across all product categories. PM anticipates positive volume growth for the fifth consecutive year, with an expected increase of 2%. Smoke-free products remain a key growth driver, projected to expand by 12-14%, reinforcing PM's strategic shift toward reduced-risk alternatives. Philip Morris has an expected revenue and earnings growth rate of 8.1% and 13.7%, respectively, for the current year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings has improved 4.6% over the last 60 days. PM has a current dividend-yield of 2.94%. The Coca-Cola delivered a strong first-quarter 2025, marking its ninth consecutive quarter of beating top- and bottom-line expectations. First-quarter 2025 performance was driven by broad-based growth, improved price/mix, and effective execution of its all-weather strategy, which blends marketing, innovation, and revenue growth management. Innovation and marketing continue to drive KO's brand momentum, with impactful campaigns and product launches. Coca-Cola's all-weather strategy, combining marketing, innovation, and revenue growth management, supports its vision of a total beverage company and is expected to drive revenue growth in 2025. KO has provided an optimistic view for 2025. Coca-Cola has an expected revenue and earnings growth rate of 2.5% and 3.1%, respectively, for the current year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings has improved 0.3% over the last 30 days. KO has a current dividend-yield of 2.93%. Mondelez International is well-positioned for continued growth, driven by strategic pricing, strong performance in core categories, and portfolio reshaping efforts. In first- quarter 2025, MDLZ's organic net revenues rose 3.1%, fueled by a 6.6 percentage points increase in pricing. Mondelez's focus on chocolate and biscuits — its core segments — continues to deliver resilience and market share gains, with chocolate growing 10.1% in the quarter. Strategic acquisitions like Clif Bar, along with divestitures of non-core assets, have enhanced MDLZ's focus on high-growth areas. Consistent investments in innovation and global brand activations remain key growth drivers. With ongoing investments in brand building, innovation, and operational efficiency, MDLZ expects to deliver nearly 5% organic net revenue growth in 2025. Mondelez International has an expected revenue and earnings growth rate of 5.3% and -10.1%, respectively, for the current year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings has improved 0.3% over the last 30 days. MDLZ has a current dividend-yield of 2.83%. Altria Group has been navigating market uncertainties with the support of its pricing power and focus on smoke-free products. Pricing offered respite to first-quarter 2025 results, which were otherwise hurt by weaker volumes. Volumes are low in the Smokeable Product unit, as the cigarette industry is under pressure due to the macroeconomic challenges and the rapid growth of illegal disposable e-vapor products. MO's Oral Tobacco Products unit saw a setback following regulatory challenges that led to the discontinuation of NJOY ACE, resulting in reduced volumes. However, MO is confident in its ability to reenter the category with innovative, high-quality products that meet the evolving needs of adult consumers. This, coupled with the strength of its traditional tobacco business, such as the Marlboro brand, positions MO for growth. Altria Group has an expected revenue and earnings growth rate of -1.4% and 5.3%, respectively, for the current year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings has improved 0.7% over the last 30 days. MO has a current dividend-yield of 6.92%. Corteva operates in the agriculture business. CTVA operates through two segments, Seed and Crop Protection. Its operations are spread in the United States, Canada, Latin America, the Asia Pacific, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The Seed segment of CTVA develops and supplies advanced germplasm and traits that produce optimum yield for farms. It offers trait technologies that enhance resistance to weather, disease, insects, and herbicides used to control weeds, as well as food and nutritional characteristics. It also provides digital solutions that assist farmer decision-making with a view to optimizing product selection and maximizing yield and profitability. The Crop Protection segment of CTVA offers products that protect against weeds, insects and other pests, and diseases, as well as enhance crop health above and below ground through nitrogen management and seed-applied technologies. CTVA provides herbicides, insecticides, nitrogen stabilizers, and pasture and range management herbicides. It also serves the agricultural input industry. Corteva has an expected revenue and earnings growth rate of 2.5% and 16.3%, respectively, for the current year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for current-year earnings has improved 0.3% over the last 60 days. CTVA has a current dividend yield of 0.92%. Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report CocaCola Company (The) (KO) : Free Stock Analysis Report Altria Group, Inc. (MO) : Free Stock Analysis Report Philip Morris International Inc. (PM) : Free Stock Analysis Report Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) : Free Stock Analysis Report Corteva, Inc. (CTVA) : Free Stock Analysis Report This article originally published on Zacks Investment Research ( Zacks Investment Research

3 Ultra-Reliable Dividend-Paying Warren Buffett Stocks to Buy for the Second Half of 2025
3 Ultra-Reliable Dividend-Paying Warren Buffett Stocks to Buy for the Second Half of 2025

Globe and Mail

timea day ago

  • Business
  • Globe and Mail

3 Ultra-Reliable Dividend-Paying Warren Buffett Stocks to Buy for the Second Half of 2025

Warren Buffett built Berkshire Hathaway into the most valuable non-tech-focused U.S. company by market cap. So naturally, investors closely follow Buffett's moves when it comes to investing in public stocks. Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL), Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO), and Chevron (NYSE: CVX) are all top-five holdings in Berkshire's public equity portfolio. Here's why these three dividend stocks are worth loading up on now. Think long-term with Apple Berkshire Hathaway has trimmed its Apple position considerably -- reducing its stake in the tech giant by 67% between Q4 2023 and Q3 2024. The decision didn't look great last year, as Apple gained a whopping 30.1%. But Apple has been one of the worst-performing stocks in the S&P 500 this year, with the recently stock down 21.6% this year. The core reason for Apple's underperformance stems from weak earnings growth and a lack of investor enthusiasm for future growth. Apple just released a slew of product upgrades and software announcements at its Worldwide Developers Conference. And yet, the stock sold off anyway as investors may not have gotten the artificial intelligence (AI) upgrades they hoped for. While it's easy to be critical that Apple has been lagging behind its tech peers when it comes to AI innovation, there's also a fair argument that Apple is playing its hand well. Apple's bread and butter is making technologically powerful products that are easy to use. Apple has historically gotten a ton of criticism when it releases a new product that some fear may not catch on. For years, there was doubt about the long-term growth of wearables. Or the functionality of the iPad compared to the Mac. But here it is 2025, and Apple Watch and iPad continue to be core products in the Apple ecosystem. Apple has also been purposeful with design changes to the iPhone. Apple's decision to remove the home button from the iPhone in 2017 was met with mixed responses. But in hindsight, it was the right move to achieve a sleeker design and easier toggling between applications. I think Apple will take a similar approach with its AI endeavors by trying to make AI updates truly useful for the majority of users rather than releasing snazzy widgets that are intrusive or clunky. In sum, Apple has an impeccable track record of making technology or design jumps that resonate with its customers. Folks who believe it can continue doing that are getting the chance to buy the stock at a heavily discounted price to where it was less than six months ago. Coca-Cola is in a league of its own Coca-Cola is down less than 4% from its all-time high and up a solid 14.1% year to date as of June 14. It has been a standout winner among its consumer staples and food and beverage peer group. For context, Coke's peer, PepsiCo, is hovering around multiyear lows. Packaged food company J.M. Smucker is treading water around its lowest level in a decade. To be fair, Coke has experienced slowing sales and volume growth in recent years due to cost pressures, weakening consumer spending, and now tariff tensions. But despite these challenges, Coke is still growing -- and that trait separates it from the pack. Coke's two greatest differentiating factors are its structure and its capital allocation. Coke benefits from a relatively capital-light model where it owns its consumer brands and marketing initiatives, but it works with bottling partners that manufacture, package, merchandise, and distribute the final product to vending partners. It's a somewhat similar business model to Apple, which designs but doesn't manufacture its products. Another example is Nvidia, which contracts with companies like Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing to make its chips. This kind of business model is especially powerful during periods of trade tensions and geopolitical uncertainty because Coca-Cola isn't left with a large, bulky, and fixed cost structure. Rather, it can work with its partners to manage costs. Coke's capital allocation is another competitive advantage. The company has done a masterful job leveraging different flavors of existing brands, like Coca-Cola Zero Sugar, as well as acquiring and developing non-soda brands like sparkling water Topo Chico and lactose-free and protein-rich milk substitute Fairlife. Coke has a business model that is built to last and can support its dividend, which has been increased for 63 consecutive years and yields 2.9%. Coke has a much more expensive valuation than some of its peers, but it could still be a quality stock to buy for risk-averse investors. Chevron has a long runway for sustained dividend growth Chevron stock popped recently in lockstep with the broader energy sector due to rising tensions in the Middle East. But the stock remains a compelling value for long-term investors. Chevron has found several ways to reduce its cost of production, which gives the company a valuable margin of error. It can turn a profit without having to rely on high oil and gas prices. Some of these improvements are merely structural in nature, but others come from savvy acquisitions, technological advancements, and focusing on high-quality geological formations that make it easier to drill and complete wells. In its first-quarter 2025 earnings statement, Chevron announced a simplified organizational structure that it expects will reduce structural costs by $2 billion to $3 billion by the end of 2026. Chevron has an upstream breakeven around just $30 per barrel Brent, according to Wood Mackenzie data -- which allows it to produce steady earnings even at lower oil prices. Chevron has drastically lowered its development costs by improving facility designs and standardizing construction. Chevron is a top-tier integrated oil major due to its diversified and highly profitable upstream portfolio, downstream business, and low-carbon investments. However, the company's dedication to its dividend makes the stock especially appealing for income investors. Chevron has paid and raised its dividend for 38 consecutive years and yields a whopping 4.7%. Despite the high yield, it still generates plenty of extra cash to maintain a healthy balance sheet and consistently repurchase stock. All told, Chevron has the makings of a foundational high-yield dividend stock to buy for boosting your passive income stream. Should you invest $1,000 in Apple right now? Before you buy stock in Apple, consider this: The Motley Fool Stock Advisor analyst team just identified what they believe are the 10 best stocks for investors to buy now… and Apple wasn't one of them. The 10 stocks that made the cut could produce monster returns in the coming years. Consider when Netflix made this list on December 17, 2004... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $653,702!* Or when Nvidia made this list on April 15, 2005... if you invested $1,000 at the time of our recommendation, you'd have $870,207!* Now, it's worth noting Stock Advisor 's total average return is988% — a market-crushing outperformance compared to172%for the S&P 500. Don't miss out on the latest top 10 list, available when you join Stock Advisor. See the 10 stocks » *Stock Advisor returns as of June 9, 2025

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