Top 3 Dividend Stocks To Consider For Your Portfolio

As the U.S. stock market navigates a mixed performance with major indexes like the Dow and S&P 500 nearing record highs, investors are keenly watching economic indicators such as inflation data that could impact future interest rate decisions. In this environment, dividend stocks can offer a reliable income stream and potential stability, making them an attractive consideration for those looking to balance growth with income in their portfolios.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

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Farmers National Banc (FMNB)

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

Overview: Farmers National Banc Corp. is a bank holding company for The Farmers National Bank of Canfield, providing services in banking, trust, retirement consulting, insurance, and financial management with a market cap of $529.78 million.

Operations: Farmers National Banc Corp.'s revenue is primarily derived from its Bank Segment, which generates $128.70 million, and its Trust Segment, including retirement consulting services, which contributes $14.04 million.

Dividend Yield: 4.8%

Farmers National Banc offers a stable and attractive dividend yield of 4.83%, placing it in the top 25% of U.S. dividend payers. The company's dividends are well covered by earnings, with a current payout ratio of 46.8% and forecasted to decrease to 36.4% in three years, ensuring sustainability. Recent earnings growth supports this stability, with net income rising significantly year-over-year, reinforcing its reliable dividend history over the past decade.

• Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Farmers National Banc.
• According our valuation report, there's an indication that Farmers National Banc's share price might be on the cheaper side.

First Financial Bancorp (FFBC)

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

Overview: First Financial Bancorp operates as the bank holding company for First Financial Bank, offering commercial banking and related services to individuals and businesses across Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Illinois, with a market cap of approximately $2.54 billion.

Operations: First Financial Bancorp's revenue is primarily generated from its Community Banking segment, which accounts for $815.89 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.9%

First Financial Bancorp. offers a stable dividend with a yield of 3.87%, below the top quartile of U.S. dividend payers, but it has consistently increased over the past decade and is well covered by earnings with a payout ratio of 35.6%. Recent earnings growth supports this, as net income rose to US$71.92 million in Q3 2025 from US$52.45 million a year ago, reinforcing its reliable dividend history despite lower relative yield attractiveness.

• Dive into the specifics of First Financial Bancorp here with our thorough dividend report.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility First Financial Bancorp's shares may be trading at a discount.

Mercantile Bank (MBWM)

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

Overview: Mercantile Bank Corporation, with a market cap of $772.21 million, operates as the bank holding company for Mercantile Bank, offering commercial and retail banking services to small- to medium-sized businesses and individuals in the United States.

Operations: Mercantile Bank generates revenue of $233.71 million from its banking products, services, and investment securities.

Dividend Yield: 3.2%

Mercantile Bank offers a consistent dividend, recently affirmed at US$0.38 per share, supported by a low payout ratio of 28%, ensuring coverage by earnings. Although its 3.2% yield is below the top U.S. quartile, dividends have been stable over the past decade and are projected to remain covered in three years. Recent earnings growth, with Q3 net income rising to US$23.76 million from US$19.62 million last year, underscores its dividend reliability despite modest insider selling concerns.

• Get an in-depth perspective on Mercantile Bank's performance by reading our dividend report here.
• Insights from our recent valuation report point to the potential undervaluation of Mercantile Bank shares in the market.

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