The article points out that Coca-Cola (NYSE: KO) is one of the "Dividend Kings," having increased its annual dividend for 64 consecutive years. Based on an assumed 3% annual dividend growth, 112 shares of Coca-Cola stock, currently valued at $10,000, could generate approximately $319.20 in annual dividend income by 2036, an increase of about 34.4% from current levels. If dividends are reinvested, the total return would be even more significant. Over the past decade, Coca-Cola stock has delivered a total return (share price appreciation plus dividends) of 187.6%.