These companies have paid growing dividends for decades.

Dividend Champions are long-term winners. These companies have grown their dividends for at least 25 straight years. They don't have to be members of the S&P 500 ( ^GSPC -0.64% ) , which broadens the universe of qualifying stocks.

Here are seven top Dividend Champions to buy now to steadily grow your dividend income.

1. Chevron

Chevron ( CVX 0.82% ) is a leading integrated oil and gas producer. Its industry-leading upstream break-even level at around $30 a barrel means Chevron can remain profitable even if oil prices fall. It also boasts having a fortress-like balance sheet and one of the sector's lowest leverage ratios . These features put Chevron in a strong position to pay a sustainable and steadily growing di

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