As the U.S. stock market experiences a mixed performance with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones snapping their six-week winning streaks, investors are closely watching economic data and earnings reports for clues about future trends. In this uncertain environment, dividend stocks can offer stability and income potential, making them an attractive option for those looking to navigate the current market landscape.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

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Here we highlight a subset of our preferred stocks from the screener.

Columbia Banking System

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

Overview: Columbia Banking System, Inc., with a market cap of approximately $5.85 billion, operates as the holding company for Umpqua Bank, offering banking, private banking, mortgage, and other financial services in the United States.

Operations: Columbia Banking System, Inc. generates revenue primarily from its banking segment, which amounts to $1.85 billion.

Dividend Yield: 5.2%

Columbia Banking System offers a high and reliable dividend yield of 5.16%, placing it in the top 25% of US dividend payers. Despite recent net charge-offs totaling US$29.12 million, the company's dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, supported by a reasonable payout ratio of 63.3%. The board recently affirmed a quarterly cash dividend of US$0.36 per share, demonstrating ongoing commitment to returning value to shareholders.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Columbia Banking System's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Columbia Banking System's shares may be trading at a discount.

Penns Woods Bancorp

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

Overview: Penns Woods Bancorp, Inc., with a market cap of $193.14 million, operates as the bank holding company for Jersey Shore State Bank, offering commercial and retail banking services to individuals, partnerships, non-profit organizations, and corporations.

Operations: Penns Woods Bancorp, Inc. generates revenue primarily through its Community Banking segment, which accounts for $68.05 million.

Dividend Yield: 5%

Penns Woods Bancorp provides a competitive dividend yield of 5%, ranking in the top 25% of US dividend payers. Recent earnings growth, with net income rising to US$4.8 million from US$2.22 million year-over-year, supports its stable and reliable dividends over the past decade. The payout ratio stands at a manageable 48.8%, indicating dividends are well covered by earnings, although shareholder dilution has occurred recently and future coverage remains uncertain due to insufficient data.

• Click here to discover the nuances of Penns Woods Bancorp with our detailed analytical dividend report.
• Our valuation report here indicates Penns Woods Bancorp may be undervalued.

Valley National Bancorp

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

Overview: Valley National Bancorp, with a market cap of approximately $4.72 billion, operates as the holding company for Valley National Bank, offering a range of commercial, private banking, retail, insurance, and wealth management financial services.

Operations: Valley National Bancorp generates revenue through its diverse financial services, including commercial banking, private banking, retail banking, insurance products, and wealth management solutions.

Dividend Yield: 4.7%

Valley National Bancorp offers a high dividend yield of 4.75%, placing it in the top quartile of US dividend payers, though its dividends have been unreliable over the past decade. Despite stable payouts, recent financials show declining net income—US$97.86 million for Q3 2024 compared to US$141.35 million a year prior—and increased net charge-offs, raising concerns about future earnings sustainability and dividend reliability despite a current payout ratio of 70.4%.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Valley National Bancorp with our comprehensive dividend report here.
• The analysis detailed in our Valley National Bancorp valuation report hints at an deflated share price compared to its estimated value.

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