The United States market has experienced a notable upswing, rising 1.9% over the last week and 24% over the past year, with earnings projected to grow by 15% annually. In this environment, reliable dividend stocks can offer investors potential stability and income, making them an attractive option for those looking to enhance their portfolios amidst ongoing market growth.
| Name | Dividend Yield | Dividend Rating |
| Provident Financial Services (PFS) | 4.51% | ★★★★★★ |
| Peoples Bancorp (PEBO) | 4.90% | ★★★★★★ |
| OTC Markets Group (OTCM) | 5.46% | ★★★★★★ |
| Omega Healthcare Investors (OHI) | 5.96% | ★★★★★★ |
| First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK) | 5.62% | ★★★★★★ |
| First Community Bankshares (FCBC) | 5.34% | ★★★★★★ |
| Farmers National Banc (FMNB) | 5.07% | ★★★★★★ |
| Ennis (EBF) | 4.61% | ★★★★★★ |
| Dillard's (DDS) | 5.45% | ★★★★★★ |
| Columbia Banking System (COLB) | 5.34% | ★★★★★★ |
Click here to see the full list of 114 stocks from our Top US Dividend Stocks screener.
Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: Orrstown Financial Services, Inc. is the financial holding company for Orrstown Bank, offering commercial banking and financial advisory services to a diverse range of clients in the United States, with a market cap of $712 million.
Operations: Orrstown Financial Services, Inc. generates its revenue primarily through its Community Banking segment, which accounted for $252.08 million.
Dividend Yield: 3.3%
Orrstown Financial Services offers a stable and reliable dividend, with a low payout ratio of 25.2%, ensuring dividends are well covered by earnings. The company has consistently increased its dividend payments over the past decade, though its current yield of 3.29% is below the top tier in the US market. Recent financial results show strong earnings growth, supporting future dividend sustainability. Additionally, Orrstown recently completed a small share buyback and filed for a $200 million shelf registration to enhance financial flexibility.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: S&T Bancorp, Inc. is the bank holding company for S&T Bank, offering retail and commercial banking services to consumers and businesses in Pennsylvania and Ohio, with a market cap of approximately $1.55 billion.
Operations: S&T Bancorp, Inc. generates revenue primarily through its Community Banking segment, which accounted for $394.70 million.
Dividend Yield: 3.4%
S&T Bancorp maintains a solid dividend profile, with a payout ratio of 39.8%, ensuring dividends are well covered by earnings. The company has consistently increased its dividend over the past decade, recently raising it to $0.36 per share. Despite a yield of 3.42% being below top-tier US payers, stable earnings growth supports future payouts. Additionally, S&T's $100 million share repurchase program highlights its commitment to enhancing shareholder value while maintaining financial strength.
Simply Wall St Dividend Rating: ★★★★★☆
Overview: The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited offers community, commercial, and private banking services to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses, with a market cap of $2.10 billion.
Operations: The Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son Limited generates $606.79 million in revenue from its banking services segment.
Dividend Yield: 3.7%
Bank of N.T. Butterfield & Son offers a stable dividend with a 33.5% payout ratio, ensuring coverage by earnings and projected to improve to 28%. The dividend yield of 3.74% is reliable, though not among the highest in the US market. Earnings have grown consistently, supporting dividend sustainability. Recent financials show increased net income and earnings per share, while strategic buybacks and board enhancements underscore a commitment to shareholder value.
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