Top Dividend Stocks To Consider In February 2026

As February 2026 begins, the U.S. stock market has shown a strong start with major indices like the Dow Jones Industrial Average and S&P 500 posting significant gains. In this positive market environment, dividend stocks continue to attract attention for their potential to provide steady income and stability, making them an appealing option for investors looking to balance growth with reliable returns.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Peoples Bancorp (PEBO)	4.84%	★★★★★★
OTC Markets Group (OTCM)	4.66%	★★★★★★
Omnicom Group (OMC)	4.52%	★★★★★★
Host Hotels & Resorts (HST)	4.86%	★★★★★☆
First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK)	4.82%	★★★★★★
First Community Bankshares (FCBC)	5.49%	★★★★★★
Farmers National Banc (FMNB)	5.00%	★★★★★★
Ennis (EBF)	4.91%	★★★★★★
Dillard's (DDS)	4.81%	★★★★★★
Columbia Banking System (COLB)	4.57%	★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 96 stocks from our Top US Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's take a closer look at a couple of our picks from the screened companies.

Host Hotels & Resorts (HST)

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

Overview: Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. is a leading S&P 500 lodging real estate investment trust specializing in luxury and upper-upscale hotels, with a market cap of approximately $13.48 billion.

Operations: Host Hotels & Resorts, Inc. primarily generates its revenue through its Hotel Ownership segment, which accounts for $5.95 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.9%

Host Hotels & Resorts offers a compelling dividend yield of 4.86%, placing it in the top 25% of US dividend payers. Its dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, with payout ratios at 45.2% and 51%, respectively. However, the dividend track record is volatile, with significant fluctuations over the past decade. Recent announcements include a regular cash dividend of US$0.35 per share and a special dividend of US$0.35 per share payable in January 2026, reflecting its commitment to returning value to shareholders despite an unstable history.

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

Independent Bank (IBCP)

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

Overview: Independent Bank Corporation, with a market cap of $744.49 million, operates as the bank holding company for Independent Bank, offering a range of banking services in the United States.

Operations: Independent Bank Corporation generates its revenue through various banking services offered by Independent Bank in the United States.

Dividend Yield: 3.1%

Independent Bank's dividends are supported by a low payout ratio of 31.5%, indicating sustainability. The bank has consistently increased its dividend over the past decade, though its yield of 3.09% is below the top tier in the US market. Recent earnings show steady growth, with net income rising to US$68.54 million for 2025. Additionally, a share buyback program and recent executive changes highlight strategic moves to enhance shareholder value and corporate governance stability.

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

Spok Holdings (SPOK)

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

Overview: Spok Holdings, Inc., through its subsidiary Spok, Inc., offers healthcare communication solutions across various regions including the United States, Europe, Canada, Australia, Asia, and the Middle East with a market cap of $274.99 million.

Operations: Spok Holdings generates revenue primarily from its Clinical Communication and Collaboration Business, amounting to $139.74 million.

Dividend Yield: 9.4%

Spok Holdings offers a high dividend yield of 9.36%, ranking in the top 25% among US dividend payers, but its sustainability is questionable due to a payout ratio of 154.2% and cash payout of 110.4%. Despite stable and growing dividends over the past decade, these payments aren't well covered by earnings or free cash flow. Trading at a discount to estimated fair value, Spok's dividends remain reliable yet financially strained.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Spok Holdings with our comprehensive dividend report here.
• Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential undervaluation of Spok Holdings shares in the market.

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