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Dividend Yield: 3.2%

First Horizon has maintained a stable dividend history over the past decade, with dividends well-covered by earnings at a 43.9% payout ratio and forecasted to improve to 29.9% in three years. Despite offering a lower yield of 3.15% compared to top-tier dividend payers, its recent issuance of US$500 million in senior notes indicates strategic financial positioning. Analysts anticipate stock price growth, suggesting potential capital appreciation alongside its reliable dividend payments.

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Webster Financial

Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆

Overview: Webster Financial Corporation, with a market cap of $8.63 billion, operates as the bank holding company for Webster Bank, National Association, offering a range of financial products and services to businesses, individuals, and families in the United States.

Operations: Webster Financial Corporation generates revenue through its key segments: Consumer Banking ($926.38 million), Healthcare Financial Services ($477.13 million), and Commercial Banking, including Private Banking ($1.49 billion).

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Webster Financial offers a stable dividend history, with dividends well-covered by earnings at a 36.5% payout ratio and expected to improve to 25.3% in three years. The company declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.40 per share, maintaining reliability despite insider selling and lower yield compared to top-tier payers. Recent buyback completion of shares worth US$593.89 million enhances shareholder value, while analysts foresee potential stock price appreciation alongside its consistent dividends.

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