Good evening, There’s no such thing as a sure thing in investing, but investing in railroad stocks may be as close as it comes. After all, there’s a reason why Warren Buffett has a major stake in one of the leading railroad stocks. Moving items by rail fits one of the Oracle of Omaha’s key investment precepts. Simply put, there will always be demand for moving things by rail. Consider these statistics provided by the Association of American Railroads: - Freight rail is part of an integrated network of trains, trucks, and barges that ships approximately 61 tons of goods per American every year.
- Freight rail accounts for more long-distance ton-miles than any other mode of transportation – approximately 40%
- The Federal Highway Administration forecasts a 30% increase in total U.S. freight movements between 2020 and 2040.
Railroad stocks aren’t glamorous, but they can serve a key role in any investor’s portfolio. That’s particularly true of income-oriented investors. That’s because many railroad stocks pay a steady dividend. This isn’t to say railroad stocks aren’t affected by the economy. Rail traffic does tend to show some correlation with the broader economy, but, like the commodities that rely on rail traffic, slower demand means no demand. That’s one reason you should consider adding a railroad stock or two to your portfolio. Another reason is that the industry has undergone consolidation over the last several decades. This consolidation has helped to smooth out some of the economic impacts. That’s why we’ve made railroad stocks the focus of this special presentation. We’re looking at seven stocks that can help power your portfolio forward regardless of what’s happening in the broader economy. View the 7 Railroad Stocks to Keep Your Portfolio Chugging Along William Bushee
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