These stocks have increased dividends annually for more than half a century.

On the final trading day of the year, legendary investor Warren Buffett is set to close one of the most remarkable leadership chapters in corporate history, marking his last day as chief executive of Berkshire Hathaway Inc. (NYSE: BRK.A) (NYSE: BRK.B) after more than 55 years at the helm.

Dividend growth investing is not a get-rich-quick strategy, it requires commitment and a long-term mindset. Making a New Year's resolution is a great way to help maintain that mindset. I reflect on 2025 and review five companies that I am convinced will bring me closer to my goal of being able to fund my living expenses through dividends. The companies I review in this article should do well in an environment characterized by ongoing fiscal dominance and long-term higher inflation.

The S&P 500 index has a tiny 1.1% yield, but this consumer staples icon is offering 2.9%. Coke has increased its dividend annually for over 50 years, making the company a Dividend King.

Chemung Canal Trust Co. decreased its holdings in shares of CocaCola Company (The) (NYSE: KO) by 17.4% in the undefined quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund owned 98,280 shares of the company's stock after selling 20,743 shares during the quarter. CocaCola makes up about

KO appears poised for organic growth at the high end of its model, gaining value share while leveraging pricing, volume and productivity amid macro pressures.

Microsoft is a terrific growth stock with an excellent dividend program. Johnson & Johnson and Coca-Cola are both outstanding dividend payers.

Coca-Cola (KO) has faced challenges in the past. Its stock fell by more than 30% over a period of less than two months in 2020, erasing billions in market value and significant gains in one downturn.

Coca-Cola Company remains a defensive cash cow but faces limited growth and underwhelming total returns versus the S&P 500. KO's forward EPS growth (15.72% over two years) and sub-3% dividend yield lag both peers and alternative income investments. Valuation at 23.37x current earnings is not compelling given KO's slower growth and opportunity cost relative to higher-growth stocks.

Shares of Coca-Cola ( NYSE:KO ) lost 4.00% over the past month after gaining 4.03% the month prior.