As the U.S. stock market continues to show resilience, with major indexes like the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 on track for weekly gains, investors are increasingly looking towards dividend stocks as a stable source of income amidst fluctuating market conditions. In this environment, selecting dividend stocks that offer solid yields can be an effective strategy for those seeking consistent returns while navigating the current economic landscape.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

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CME Group

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

Overview: CME Group Inc. operates global contract markets for trading futures and options on futures, with a market cap of $82.16 billion.

Operations: CME Group Inc.'s revenue from unclassified services amounts to $6.03 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.3%

CME Group recently declared a fourth-quarter dividend of US$1.15 per share, reflecting its position among the top 25% of U.S. dividend payers with a yield of 4.35%. However, while the payout ratio is reasonable at 47.8%, indicating coverage by earnings, the cash payout ratio is high at 97.8%, suggesting dividends are not well covered by free cash flows. The company's dividend history shows volatility over the past decade despite some growth in payments during that period.

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Bank OZK

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

Overview: Bank OZK offers a range of retail and commercial banking services to individuals and businesses across the United States, with a market cap of approximately $5.41 billion.

Operations: Bank OZK generates its revenue primarily from its Community Banking segment, which accounts for $1.46 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.4%

Bank OZK's dividend payments have been stable and growing over the past decade, with a current yield of 3.39%, which is lower than the top 25% of U.S. dividend payers. The dividends are well covered by earnings, with a low payout ratio of 25.2%, ensuring sustainability. Recent earnings reports show consistent growth in net income and interest income, supporting its ability to maintain and potentially increase future dividends, as evidenced by a recent quarterly dividend increase to US$0.41 per share.

• Dive into the specifics of Bank OZK here with our thorough dividend report.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report Bank OZK implies its share price may be lower than expected.

Exxon Mobil

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

Overview: Exxon Mobil Corporation is involved in the exploration and production of crude oil and natural gas both in the United States and internationally, with a market cap of approximately $528.82 billion.

Operations: Exxon Mobil Corporation's revenue segments include Upstream operations in the United States ($42.59 billion) and internationally ($56.15 billion), Chemical operations in the United States ($16.18 billion) and internationally ($18.40 billion), Energy Products in the United States ($127.15 billion) and internationally ($190.42 billion), as well as Specialty Products in the United States ($8.34 billion) and internationally ($13.05 billion).

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Exxon Mobil's dividend, increased to US$0.99 per share for Q4 2024, marks the 42nd consecutive annual rise, a distinction held by less than 4% of S&P 500 firms. With a payout ratio of 47.3%, dividends are well-supported by earnings and cash flow. Despite a lower yield of 3.25% compared to top U.S. dividend payers, Exxon Mobil's reliable and growing dividends make it attractive for income-focused investors amidst ongoing business expansions and strategic investments in recycling and lithium projects.

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Summing It All Up

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Companies discussed in this article include NasdaqGS:CME NasdaqGS:OZK and NYSE:XOM.

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