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As major U.S. indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite continue to face declines, largely driven by a downturn in technology stocks, investors are increasingly turning their attention toward more stable options in a volatile market environment. In such times, dividend stocks can offer a reliable income stream and potential for capital appreciation, making them an attractive choice for those seeking stability amidst market fluctuations.
Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Columbia Banking System (NasdaqGS:COLB) | 5.47% | ★★★★★★ |
| Interpublic Group of Companies (NYSE:IPG) | 4.79% | ★★★★★★ |
| FMC (NYSE:FMC) | 6.11% | ★★★★★★ |
| Peoples Bancorp (NasdaqGS:PEBO) | 5.05% | ★★★★★★ |
| Southside Bancshares (NYSE:SBSI) | 4.79% | ★★★★★★ |
| Dillard's (NYSE:DDS) | 5.42% | ★★★★★★ |
| Citizens & Northern (NasdaqCM:CZNC) | 5.41% | ★★★★★★ |
| Regions Financial (NYSE:RF) | 6.08% | ★★★★★★ |
| Virtus Investment Partners (NYSE:VRTS) | 4.98% | ★★★★★★ |
| First Interstate BancSystem (NasdaqGS:FIBK) | 6.11% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 143 stocks from our Top US Dividend Stocks screener.
Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.
Fifth Third Bancorp
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Fifth Third Bancorp is a bank holding company for Fifth Third Bank, National Association, offering a variety of financial products and services in the United States with a market cap of approximately $28.72 billion.
Operations: Fifth Third Bancorp generates revenue from various segments, including $3.72 billion from Commercial Banking, $613 million from Wealth and Asset Management, and $4.94 billion from Consumer and Small Business Banking.
Dividend Yield: 3.4%
Fifth Third Bancorp offers a reliable dividend yield of 3.44%, with dividends well covered by earnings, reflected in a payout ratio of 45.6%. The company has consistently increased its dividend payments over the past decade, indicating stability and reliability for income-focused investors. Recent expansions, including new branches in underserved areas and a strategic push into Southeast markets, suggest potential for growth in customer base and revenues. However, insider selling could be a point of concern for some investors.
Genuine Parts
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Genuine Parts Company distributes automotive replacement parts and industrial parts and materials, with a market cap of $16.88 billion.