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Top Dividend Stocks To Consider In July 2025

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As the S&P 500 and Nasdaq continue to hit record highs amidst a wave of corporate earnings reports, investors are keenly watching the Federal Reserve's meeting on interest rates for further market direction. In this dynamic environment, dividend stocks can offer a reliable income stream and potential stability, making them an attractive consideration for those navigating today's fluctuating markets.

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Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

NameDividend YieldDividend Rating
Valley National Bancorp (VLY)4.62%★★★★★☆
Universal (UVV)6.07%★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (PEBO)5.51%★★★★★☆
First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK)6.34%★★★★★★
Ennis (EBF)5.52%★★★★★★
Dillard's (DDS)5.07%★★★★★★
Credicorp (BAP)4.62%★★★★★☆
CompX International (CIX)4.87%★★★★★★
Columbia Banking System (COLB)5.86%★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (CZNC)5.76%★★★★★☆

Click here to see the full list of 138 stocks from our Top US Dividend Stocks screener.

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

Bank OZK (OZK)

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

Overview: Bank OZK is a full-service Arkansas state-chartered bank offering retail and commercial banking services in the United States, with a market cap of approximately $5.80 billion.

Operations: Bank OZK generates its revenue primarily from its Community Banking segment, which accounts for $1.51 billion.

Dividend Yield: 3.4%

Bank OZK offers a stable and growing dividend, with its payout ratio at 26.8%, indicating dividends are well covered by earnings. The company recently increased its quarterly dividend to US$0.44 per share, reflecting a consistent upward trend over the past decade. Despite significant insider selling in recent months, Bank OZK trades at good value compared to peers and maintains reliable earnings growth, supporting sustainable future dividends.

OZK Dividend History as at Jul 2025
OZK Dividend History as at Jul 2025

First Commonwealth Financial (FCF)

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

Overview: First Commonwealth Financial Corporation is a financial holding company offering a range of consumer and commercial banking products and services in the United States, with a market cap of approximately $1.70 billion.

Operations: First Commonwealth Financial Corporation generates revenue primarily from its banking segment, which amounts to $448.66 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.3%

First Commonwealth Financial's dividend, yielding 3.31%, is reliable and has grown over the past decade, though it remains below top-tier payers in the US market. The payout ratio of 38.8% suggests dividends are well covered by earnings. Recent results showed net interest income growth to US$95.52 million, despite a decline in net income to US$32.7 million year-over-year, while a recent dividend increase reflects ongoing commitment to shareholders.

FCF Dividend History as at Jul 2025
FCF Dividend History as at Jul 2025

SunCoke Energy (SXC)

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

Overview: SunCoke Energy, Inc. is an independent producer of coke operating in the Americas and Brazil, with a market cap of approximately $716.15 million.

Operations: SunCoke Energy generates revenue through its segments, with Domestic Coke contributing $1.76 billion, Logistics providing $107.40 million, and Brazil Coke adding $34.60 million.

Dividend Yield: 5.8%

SunCoke Energy's dividend yield of 5.76% places it in the top 25% of US dividend payers, with a payout ratio of 42.1%, indicating dividends are well covered by earnings and cash flows. However, the company's dividend history is unstable, marked by volatility over the past decade. Recent earnings showed a decrease to US$17.3 million from US$20 million year-over-year, while a definitive agreement to acquire Phoenix Global may impact future financials and dividends.

SXC Dividend History as at Jul 2025
SXC Dividend History as at Jul 2025

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About NYSE:FCF

First Commonwealth Financial

A financial holding company, provides various consumer and commercial banking products and services in the United States.

Flawless balance sheet, good value and pays a dividend.

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