The Hidden Dividend Play You're Ignoring

The following video is part of our "Motley Fool Conversations" series, in which industrials editor/analyst Brendan Byrnes and technology discuss topics across the investing world.

In today's edition, Brendan and Andrew discuss an emerging market dividend play that you might be ignoring. Let's face it -- the paper industry isn't the sexiest. But there could be some real value here for an income investor. International Paper sports a strong dividend, and is focusing on finding growth in emerging markets. IP was the first foreign paper company to invest in India, and has made the BRIC countries a priority. IP completely revamped its business in the past several years -- find out why we think this stock could pay off for you in the long run.

With Europe in shambles, many investors may be nervous about investing in a company that's internationally focused, but they shouldn't be. Emerging markets are giving new life to established American companies with deep pockets. As these industry titans look abroad for more sales, they aren't starting with a blank slate -- they're bringing their operational excellence to new markets and thriving. To uncover these picks today, we invite you to read a copy of our free report: "3 American Companies Set to Dominate the World." The report won't be available forever, so we invite you to enjoy a free copy today. Click here to get your copy today!

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