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Throughout the episode, he shares detailed insights on various holdings within his portfolio, focusing on their yield and growth potential. Notably, companies such as Costco and Vici dominate the list of highest dividend payers. Costco's recent special dividend payout, which amounted to $1,296, demonstrated the company's strong cash position and effective capital allocation.
He explains the importance of understanding a company's free cash flow, as it directly correlates to its ability to maintain and grow dividend payments over time. With companies like S&P Global, Texas Roadhouse, and Microsoft showing strong dividend growth, Carlson succeeds in refining how he selects investments.