Top Dividend Stocks To Consider In July 2025

The United States market has shown positive momentum with a 2.9% increase over the last week and a 14% rise over the past year, while earnings are anticipated to grow by 15% annually. In such an environment, identifying dividend stocks that offer consistent payouts and potential for growth can be an effective strategy for investors seeking steady income and capital appreciation.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

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Lifetime Brands (LCUT)

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

Overview: Lifetime Brands, Inc. designs, sources, and sells branded kitchenware and tableware products for home use both in the United States and internationally, with a market cap of $114.31 million.

Operations: Lifetime Brands generates revenue primarily from its U.S. operations, including retail direct, amounting to $625.23 million, and international sales totaling $55.56 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.4%

Lifetime Brands recently declared a quarterly dividend of US$0.0425 per share, maintaining stable and reliable payouts over the past decade. However, despite a low cash payout ratio suggesting dividends are covered by cash flows, the company is unprofitable with dividends not covered by earnings. Recent removal from multiple Russell indices may impact investor perception. Trading at 38.9% below estimated fair value suggests potential for value investors, but dividend sustainability remains uncertain.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Lifetime Brands' dividend report.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Lifetime Brands' shares may be trading at a discount.

Genuine Parts (GPC)

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

Overview: Genuine Parts Company distributes automotive and industrial replacement parts and has a market cap of approximately $16.84 billion.

Operations: Genuine Parts Company's revenue is derived from two main segments: Automotive, generating $14.86 billion, and Industrial (including Electrical/Electronic Materials), contributing $8.71 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.3%

Genuine Parts maintains stable and reliable dividends, recently declaring a quarterly payout of US$1.03 per share. Despite consistent dividend growth over the past decade, the current 3.29% yield is below top-tier levels in the U.S., and high cash payout ratios indicate dividends are not well covered by free cash flows. Recent leadership changes include Alain Masse's promotion to President, North America Automotive, which may influence strategic direction amidst modest sales growth expectations for 2025.

• Click here to discover the nuances of Genuine Parts with our detailed analytical dividend report.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Genuine Parts' shares may be trading at a premium.

Murphy Oil (MUR)

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

Overview: Murphy Oil Corporation, along with its subsidiaries, is engaged in the exploration and production of oil and gas in the United States, Canada, and internationally, with a market cap of approximately $3.21 billion.

Operations: Murphy Oil Corporation's revenue primarily comes from its exploration and production activities, with $2.35 billion generated in the United States and $537 million in Canada.

Dividend Yield: 5.5%

Murphy Oil's dividend yield of 5.46% places it among the top 25% in the U.S., though its dividend track record has been volatile over the past decade. Despite this, dividends are well covered by both earnings, with a payout ratio of 46.1%, and cash flows at 30.8%. Recent financials show a decrease in revenue to US$665.71 million for Q1 2025, but production guidance remains strong for the year ahead.

• Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Murphy Oil.
• Our valuation report here indicates Murphy Oil may be undervalued.

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