As the U.S. stock market reaches new heights with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite hitting record highs, investor focus is on the Federal Reserve's upcoming interest rate decision. In this environment of heightened market activity, dividend stocks offer a compelling option for those seeking steady income and potential growth, making them an attractive consideration for diversifying portfolios amidst economic shifts.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

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Community Trust Bancorp

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

Overview: Community Trust Bancorp, Inc. operates as the bank holding company for Community Trust Bank, Inc., with a market cap of approximately $952.97 million.

Operations: Community Trust Bancorp, Inc. generates revenue through its Community Banking Services segment, which accounts for $226.76 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.1%

Community Trust Bancorp maintains a stable dividend history, with payments growing steadily over the past decade. The company recently declared a cash dividend of US$0.47 per share, payable in early 2025. Despite a relatively low yield of 3.09% compared to top-tier U.S. dividend payers, its dividends are well-covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 42%. Recent earnings reports show improved net interest income and net income year-over-year, supporting future dividend sustainability.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Community Trust Bancorp's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Community Trust Bancorp's current price could be quite moderate.

First Financial

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

Overview: First Financial Corporation, with a market cap of $518.74 million, operates through its subsidiaries to offer a range of financial services.

Operations: First Financial Corporation generates revenue of $195.62 million through its banking segment.

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

First Financial Corporation's dividend history shows volatility, with past payments experiencing significant fluctuations. Despite this, the recent dividend of US$0.45 per share reflects a commitment to shareholders. The company's payout ratio stands at 48.9%, indicating dividends are currently well-covered by earnings and forecasted to remain so in three years with a 33.9% payout ratio. Recent financial results highlight increased net interest income but decreased net income, impacting overall dividend sustainability prospects.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in First Financial's dividend report.
• Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential undervaluation of First Financial shares in the market.

Central Pacific Financial

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

Overview: Central Pacific Financial Corp. is the bank holding company for Central Pacific Bank, offering a variety of commercial banking products and services to businesses, professionals, and individuals in the United States, with a market cap of approximately $742.38 million.

Operations: Central Pacific Financial Corp.'s revenue is primarily derived from its banking segment, which generated $244.64 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.3%

Central Pacific Financial maintains a stable dividend history, recently affirming a US$0.26 per share quarterly dividend. Despite net charge-offs of US$3.6 million and consistent net income growth, its 3.33% yield is below top-tier payers in the U.S. The payout ratio of 49.4% suggests dividends are well-covered by earnings and projected to remain sustainable with future coverage at 38.7%. Ongoing M&A discussions could influence financial dynamics further, pending outcomes.

• Click here to discover the nuances of Central Pacific Financial with our detailed analytical dividend report.
• According our valuation report, there's an indication that Central Pacific Financial's share price might be on the expensive side.

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Companies discussed in this article include NasdaqGS:CTBI NasdaqGS:THFF and NYSE:CPF.

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