Daniel Foelber (Honeywell): Honeywell checks most boxes for stocks to buy in 2025. The industrial conglomerate has a diversified business in aerospace, industrial and building automation, Industrial Internet of Things, energy and sustainability solutions, and more.

Dividend-paying companies offering high yields often attract investors seeking steady, predictable cash flows over capital appreciation. These companies are typically mature, established businesses with predictable earnings.

Investors of all types can benefit from the power of dividend stocks. Although dividends are usually sought by those in or nearing retirement, those regular payouts can contribute mightily to your long-term returns wherever you are in your investing journey.

The Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) limit is $7,000 for 2025. Canadian retirees with some cash to put to work in a self-directed TFSA focused on dividends are wondering which top TSX stocks might be good to buy right now for a portfolio targeting passive income.