These companies have what it takes to become Dividend Kings.

Dividend Kings have proven their reliability over the decades. This elite group of companies has increased its dividend payments for at least 50 straight years. It's a select list, with only 56 companies currently qualifying as Dividend Kings.

Three stocks appear well on their way to becoming Dividend Kings : Chevron ( CVX -0.68% ) , Enbridge ( ENB 0.18% ) , and Realty Income ( O -0.63% ) . With more dividend growth ahead, these higher-yielding stocks are excellent choices for those seeking to generate a steadily rising stream of passive income .

A high-octane dividend stock

Earlier this year, Chevron extended its dividend growth streak to 38 consecutive years -- the oil sector's second-longest.

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