Sam Bourgi
Sam Bourgi is contributing writer for Dividend.com and ETFdb.com, where he brings more than seven years of progressive experience in economic research, market analysis, and public policy. A published author in peer-reviewed literature, industry research and financial media, Sam has produced authoritative reports covering the financial markets, labor market, and industry verticals. He holds a Master’s Degree in Public Policy from McMaster University, with a focus on economic policy and global political economy.
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Dividend Investing Ideas Center
REITs: Net Lease vs. Gross Lease
Understanding the lease structure of commercial REITs can help you identify optimal investment...
Dividend University
All You Want to Know About SEC Disclosures
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) enables investors to get a clear picture...
Dividend Investing Ideas Center
Implications of Share Buybacks for Investors
Let's have a look at the motive behind share buybacks and explore the...
Dividend Investing 101
Understanding Dividend Growth Strategy
A properly designed dividend growth strategy can get you back on track without...
Financial Advisor Center
The Ripple Effects of Trade Policy
Let's take a look at the implications of trade policies for investors.
Dividend Investing Ideas Center
MLPs vs. Dividend Stocks
MLPs have grown in popularity since the financial crisis, as income investors looked...
News
eBay Announces the First Dividend in Its History
E-commerce giant eBay Inc. broke from the convention last week by announcing its...
Dividend Investing Ideas Center
Government Shutdown: An Overview
The phrase ‘government shutdown’ refers to a permanent or temporary gap in funding...
Dividend Investing Ideas Center
Dividend History of the Consumer Discretionary Sector
The consumer discretionary sector is one of the most dynamic segments of the...
Dividend Investing Ideas Center
Dividend History of the Financials Sector
When it comes to investing in stocks, no sector quite compares to financials.
IRA Guide
All You Want to Learn About the SIMPLE IRA
Most small businesses employing 100 people or fewer can utilize the SIMPLE IRA.
Dividend Investing Ideas Center
Dividend History of the Utilities Sector
Famous for their high payouts and defensive posture, utilities stocks are widely considered...
Dividend Investing Ideas Center
REITs vs. MLPs
Yield-seeking investors are familiar with real estate investment trusts (REITs) and master limited...
Dividend Investing Ideas Center
Understanding the Global Industry Classification System (GICS)
For the past two decades, the Global Industry Classification System (GICS) has been...
Dividend Investing Ideas Center
Dividend History of the Real Estate Sector
Within the S&P 500, real estate is further broken down into two categories:...
