Although there are several factors that investors should be evaluate before making financial investment, gainful dividend income and stable growth should be the two most important factors that every investor should rely on. The two for-profit public company that I have selected to compare and contrast are Verizon and AT&T Wireless Inc. The majority of people admire that they won't survive without their phone for a single day. It is clear that we are more reliant on our mobile phones today than ever before. Verizon proved to be the highest award-winner in nearly all aspects of its performance, and AT&T was right next to Verizon. These competitive companies have been on top of the wireless industry for many years. Both companies have their strengths