In a volatile market environment where the Dow Jones Industrial Average has recently surged over 1,000 points following steep declines, investors are keenly focused on finding stable income sources amidst uncertainty. Dividend stocks can offer a reliable stream of income and potential for capital appreciation, making them an attractive choice for those looking to navigate the current economic landscape with confidence.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

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Let's review some notable picks from our screened stocks.

Popular

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

Overview: Popular, Inc. operates through its subsidiaries to offer retail, mortgage, and commercial banking products and services in Puerto Rico, the United States, and the British Virgin Islands with a market cap of approximately $5.95 billion.

Operations: Popular, Inc.'s revenue is primarily derived from Banco Popular De Puerto Rico (BPPR) at $2.30 billion and Popular U.S. at $380.88 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.3%

Popular's dividend strategy is underpinned by a stable and growing payout history, with dividends increasing over the past decade. The current dividend yield of 3.25% is lower than the top 25% of US dividend payers, but it remains well-covered by earnings at a payout ratio of 29.9%. Recent executive changes, including Javier Ferrer succeeding Ignacio Alvarez as CEO in July 2025, may influence future strategic directions impacting dividends.

• Click here and access our complete dividend analysis report to understand the dynamics of Popular.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Popular's shares may be trading at a discount.

National Bank Holdings

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

Overview: National Bank Holdings Corporation is a bank holding company for NBH Bank, offering a range of banking products and financial services to commercial, business, and consumer clients in the United States, with a market cap of approximately $1.35 billion.

Operations: National Bank Holdings Corporation generates revenue primarily through its banking segment, which accounts for $399.74 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

National Bank Holdings offers a stable dividend with a yield of 3.25%, backed by a low payout ratio of 36.8%, ensuring sustainability and growth over the past decade. However, this yield is below the top quartile in the US market. Recent board changes, including Patrick Sobers' resignation from key committees, might affect governance but not immediate dividend policy as dividends remain well-covered and forecasted to be sustainable in three years.

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

Provident Financial Services

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

Overview: Provident Financial Services, Inc. is the bank holding company for Provident Bank, offering a range of banking products and services to individuals, families, and businesses in the United States with a market cap of approximately $2.02 billion.

Operations: The company's revenue primarily stems from its Traditional Banking and Other Financial Services segment, totaling $607.16 million.

Dividend Yield: 6.2%

Provident Financial Services offers a high dividend yield of 6.19%, placing it in the top quartile of US dividend payers, although its current payout ratio of 91.1% raises sustainability concerns. Despite stable and reliable dividends over the past decade, earnings do not cover payouts currently but are expected to improve with a forecasted payout ratio of 43.2% in three years. Recent board changes include Frank L. Fekete's retirement, impacting governance oversight expertise.

• Click here to discover the nuances of Provident Financial Services with our detailed analytical dividend report.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Provident Financial Services is trading behind its estimated value.

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Companies discussed in this article include NasdaqGS:BPOP NYSE:NBHC and NYSE:PFS.

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