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As the U.S. stock market experiences a positive upswing, with major indices like the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average on winning streaks, investors are keenly observing the performance of technology giants and their impact on broader economic conditions. In this dynamic environment, dividend stocks offer a compelling opportunity for those looking to balance growth potential with income generation, particularly as companies report strong earnings and make strategic investments in areas such as artificial intelligence.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Columbia Banking System (NasdaqGS:COLB) | 6.42% | ★★★★★★ |
| Douglas Dynamics (NYSE:PLOW) | 4.92% | ★★★★★★ |
| First Interstate BancSystem (NasdaqGS:FIBK) | 7.18% | ★★★★★★ |
| Dillard's (NYSE:DDS) | 7.50% | ★★★★★★ |
| Ennis (NYSE:EBF) | 5.57% | ★★★★★★ |
| Chevron (NYSE:CVX) | 5.03% | ★★★★★★ |
| Valley National Bancorp (NasdaqGS:VLY) | 5.12% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO) | 5.52% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Carter's (NYSE:CRI) | 9.68% | ★★★★★☆ |
| Omega Flex (NasdaqGM:OFLX) | 4.54% | ★★★★★☆ |
Click here to see the full list of 154 stocks from our Top US Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.
Scholastic
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★☆☆
Overview: Scholastic Corporation publishes and distributes children's books globally, with a market cap of approximately $488.10 million.
Operations: Scholastic Corporation generates revenue primarily from three segments: Children's Book Publishing and Distribution ($943 million), Education Solutions ($319.80 million), and International operations ($273.60 million).
Dividend Yield: 4.4%
Scholastic's dividend yield of 4.44% is lower than the top 25% of US dividend payers, and its high payout ratio (121.5%) indicates dividends aren't well covered by earnings, though cash flows cover them better with a 65.3% cash payout ratio. The company’s dividends have been stable and reliable over the past decade, despite recent profit margin declines. Notably, Scholastic completed a significant share buyback program worth $623 million, potentially enhancing shareholder value.
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Navigate through the intricacies of Scholastic with our comprehensive dividend report here.
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Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, Scholastic's share price might be too pessimistic.
Weyco Group
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Weyco Group, Inc. is engaged in designing, marketing, and distributing footwear for men, women, and children across various regions including the United States, Canada, Australia, Asia, and South Africa with a market cap of $276.26 million.
Operations: Weyco Group's revenue is primarily derived from its Wholesale segment, which accounts for $227.94 million, followed by its Retail segment at $38.70 million.