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Discover two high-yielding securities that offer a powerful combination of current income and long-term inflation protection. Learn why these specific investments are uniquely positioned to thrive in an AI-driven economy. Explore the robust distribution growth and defensive characteristics that make these "money machines" ideal for early retirees.

Two powerful income machines combine attractive yields with decades of dividend growth. Most investors chase yield or growth but rarely combine both at the same time. This simple combination could quietly transform a retirement income portfolio.

Global X MLP & Energy Infrastructure is a simple midstream energy index ETF. It has seen massive gains YTD, close to 20%. Longer-term returns are strong too, as is dividend growth. Higher prices means more expensive valuations, lower dividend yields, and a worse entry point for newer, prospective investors.

The Global X MLP & Energy Infrastructure ETF is reaffirmed as a buy for investors seeking exposure to North American energy infrastructure amid global turmoil. MLPX offers lower fees (0.45% expense ratio) and faster dividend growth than AMLP, making it a core compounder for U.S. energy export growth. Current geopolitical events, including the Iran conflict and Strait of Hormuz closure, highlight the strategic value…

One 7% yielding monthly-paying investment is trading at one of its widest discounts in years. The other quietly yields over 9% and has been growing its payout for five years in a row. While I like both, they also come with risks to keep in mind.