High Yield Showdown: Dominion vs. Black Hills

There is way more to consider about a dividend stock than just its dividend yield. That is on clear display when you compare Black Hills Corporation (NYSE: BKH) and Dominion Energy (NYSE: D). In the end, the yield is going to be less important here than the future prospects for the dividend and company history when you make a final call. Here's what you need to know and why the lower-yielding utility might be the better choice for you.Both Black Hills and Dominion are primarily regulated utilities. That means they are given monopolies in the regions they serve, but they have to get their rates and investment plans approved by the government. This usually leads to slow and steady business expansion over time. Neither of these companies should be considered growth investments.Image source: Getty Images.Continue readingWeiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool Weiter zum vollständigen Artikel bei MotleyFool