Dividend stocks offer passive income opportunities in US and Australian markets

Investors seeking passive income are evaluating various dividend-yielding stocks across different markets.

In the United States, Realty Income is highlighted as a monthly dividend-paying real estate investment trust (REIT). The company manages over 15,000 storefronts for tenants such as Dollar General, 7-Eleven, and Home Depot. It has increased its annual payout for 31 consecutive years and is expanding into the data center sector.

In Australia, several ASX-listed companies are noted for their potential dividend yields. APA Group, which operates energy infrastructure including gas pipelines and electricity transmission, is forecast to offer a dividend yield of approximately 5.3% for FY 2027. Transurban Group, an operator of major toll roads in Australia and North America, is guiding toward a 72 cents per share dividend, representing a yield of roughly 5.4% for FY 2027. Woolworths Group Ltd is also identified as a potential option for income investors.