Top Dividend Stocks To Consider In August 2025

As the U.S. stock market navigates a mix of economic signals and political developments, investors are closely watching the Federal Reserve's potential interest rate decisions following recent changes in its leadership. In this dynamic environment, dividend stocks can offer stability and income, making them an attractive option for those seeking to balance growth with reliable returns amidst market uncertainties.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Peoples Bancorp (PEBO)	5.37%	★★★★★☆
Huntington Bancshares (HBAN)	3.59%	★★★★★☆
First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK)	5.91%	★★★★★★
Ennis (EBF)	5.41%	★★★★★★
Douglas Dynamics (PLOW)	3.51%	★★★★★☆
Dillard's (DDS)	4.86%	★★★★★★
DHT Holdings (DHT)	8.24%	★★★★★☆
Columbia Banking System (COLB)	5.35%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (CZNC)	5.56%	★★★★★☆
Banco Latinoamericano de Comercio Exterior S. A (BLX)	5.47%	★★★★★☆

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Below we spotlight a couple of our favorites from our exclusive screener.

ChoiceOne Financial Services (COFS)

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

Overview: ChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc. is the bank holding company for ChoiceOne Bank, offering banking services in Michigan with a market cap of $464.11 million.

Operations: ChoiceOne Financial Services, Inc. generates revenue primarily from its banking segment, which accounts for $108.38 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.7%

ChoiceOne Financial Services offers a reliable dividend yield of 3.67%, though it falls short compared to the top 25% in the US market. Despite stable dividends over the past decade, recent financial results show volatility with a net loss for six months ending June 2025 due to large one-off items, impacting earnings quality. While trading at 41.8% below estimated fair value, shareholders faced substantial dilution last year and profit margins have declined significantly from the previous year.

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• Our comprehensive valuation report raises the possibility that ChoiceOne Financial Services is priced higher than what may be justified by its financials.

Community Trust Bancorp (CTBI)

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

Overview: Community Trust Bancorp, Inc., with a market cap of $1.06 billion, operates as the bank holding company for Community Trust Bank, Inc.

Operations: Community Trust Bancorp, Inc. generates revenue through its Community Banking Services segment, which accounts for $258.28 million, and its Holding Company segment, contributing $94.54 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.6%

Community Trust Bancorp's dividend yield of 3.65% is reliable but lower than the top 25% in the US market. The company has consistently increased dividends over the past decade, supported by a low payout ratio of 37%. Recent earnings growth and a dividend increase to $0.53 per share reflect strong financial health, with net income rising to $24.9 million for Q2 2025. However, future dividend coverage remains uncertain due to insufficient data on long-term earnings sustainability.

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• Our valuation report here indicates Community Trust Bancorp may be undervalued.

Kennametal (KMT)

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

Overview: Kennametal Inc. develops and applies tungsten carbides, ceramics, and hard materials solutions globally, with a market cap of approximately $1.64 billion.

Operations: Kennametal Inc.'s revenue is primarily derived from its Metal Cutting segment, which generated $1.22 billion, and its Infrastructure segment, which contributed $747.16 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.7%

Kennametal's dividend yield of 3.72% is reliable, though below the top quartile in the US market. The company maintains stable dividend payments supported by a reasonable payout ratio of 66.4% and a cash payout ratio of 51%. Despite recent declines in sales and net income, Kennametal affirmed its quarterly dividend at $0.20 per share, payable on August 26, 2025. The stock trades at good value compared to peers and industry standards.

• Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Kennametal.
• Our expertly prepared valuation report Kennametal implies its share price may be lower than expected.

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