In recent times, the U.S. stock market has faced significant volatility, with major indices like the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 experiencing substantial declines following Federal Reserve announcements about interest rate policies. Amid this turbulence, investors often seek stability through dividend stocks, which can offer a reliable income stream even when market conditions are uncertain. A good dividend stock typically combines a strong history of consistent payouts with robust financial health, making it an appealing option in today's fluctuating economic environment.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

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Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.

Ardmore Shipping

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

Overview: Ardmore Shipping Corporation is involved in the global seaborne transportation of petroleum products and chemicals, with a market cap of $471.37 million.

Operations: Ardmore Shipping Corporation generates revenue of $422.62 million from its operations in transporting refined petroleum products and chemicals globally.

Dividend Yield: 8%

Ardmore Shipping's recent dividend announcement of US$0.18 per share reflects a decrease, highlighting its historically volatile dividend payments over the past decade. Despite this, the company maintains a strong position with a payout ratio of 30% and cash flow coverage at 42.4%, indicating dividends are well covered by earnings and cash flows. Its price-to-earnings ratio of 3.2x suggests good relative value compared to the broader US market average of 18.9x.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Ardmore Shipping's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that Ardmore Shipping is priced lower than what may be justified by its financials.

Global Ship Lease

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

Overview: Global Ship Lease, Inc. operates by owning and chartering containerships on fixed-rate charters to container shipping companies globally, with a market capitalization of approximately $755.23 million.

Operations: Global Ship Lease generates revenue of $701.48 million from its transportation and shipping segment by chartering containerships to container shipping companies worldwide.

Dividend Yield: 8.4%

Global Ship Lease's dividend of US$0.45 per Class A common share, declared for Q3 2024, is well-covered by earnings with a low payout ratio of 18.3% and cash flow coverage at 16%. Despite an attractive yield in the top quartile of US payers, its nine-year history shows volatility and declines in payments. Recent fleet expansion includes four vessels for US$274 million, potentially enhancing future EBITDA but financed through debt and cash reserves.

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• The valuation report we've compiled suggests that Global Ship Lease's current price could be quite moderate.

Sila Realty Trust

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

Overview: Sila Realty Trust, Inc. is a net lease real estate investment trust based in Tampa, Florida, specializing in the healthcare sector within the U.S., with a market cap of approximately $1.37 billion.

Operations: Revenue Segments (in millions of $): Sila Realty Trust generates revenue primarily from its Commercial Real Estate Investments in Healthcare, amounting to $186.23 million.

Dividend Yield: 6.6%

Sila Realty Trust's dividend yield is in the top 25% of US payers, with a payout ratio covered by earnings and cash flows. However, its four-year dividend history shows volatility and declines, indicating unreliability. Recent bylaw amendments empower shareholders to influence governance, while affirmed dividends suggest stability efforts. Despite a slight drop in Q3 earnings to US$11.94 million from US$14.98 million year-over-year, strategic acquisitions focus on outpatient medical facilities in key markets like the Sunbelt region.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Sila Realty Trust with our comprehensive dividend report here.
• Our valuation report here indicates Sila Realty Trust may be overvalued.

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This article by Simply Wall St is general in nature. We provide commentary based on historical data and analyst forecasts only using an unbiased methodology and our articles are not intended to be financial advice. It does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any stock, and does not take account of your objectives, or your financial situation. We aim to bring you long-term focused analysis driven by fundamental data. Note that our analysis may not factor in the latest price-sensitive company announcements or qualitative material. Simply Wall St has no position in any stocks mentioned.

Companies discussed in this article include NYSE:ASC NYSE:GSL and NYSE:SILA.

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