The S&P 500 index is offering investors a tiny 1.2% dividend yield. But you can enjoy significantly higher yields from industry-leading companies in the energy, healthcare, and consumer staples sectors without taking on a substantial amount of risk. Here's why Chevron ( CVX 0.48% ) , Bristol Myers Squibb ( BMY +2.31% ) , and Clorox ( CLX +1.15% ) could be the smartest places for you to invest $1,000 right now.

Chevron is an all-weather energy investment

Chevron's dividend yield is 4.5%, and the payout has been increased annually for 38 consecutive years. While both of those are exciting numbers, the dividend streak is the more impressive figure. That's because the company operates in the highly volatile energy sector , and it has achieved this streak thanks la

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