Top Three Dividend Stocks To Consider For Your Portfolio

In the current U.S. market landscape, major stock indexes have recently pared gains following impressive earnings reports from tech giants like Nvidia, while economic indicators such as job growth and Treasury yields continue to influence investor sentiment. Amidst these dynamic conditions, dividend stocks can offer a reliable income stream and potential stability for portfolios, particularly when navigating fluctuating market environments.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

Name	Dividend Yield	Dividend Rating
Provident Financial Services (PFS)	5.30%	★★★★★★
Peoples Bancorp (PEBO)	5.76%	★★★★★★
OTC Markets Group (OTCM)	4.66%	★★★★★★
Interpublic Group of Companies (IPG)	5.35%	★★★★★★
Heritage Commerce (HTBK)	5.03%	★★★★★★
First Interstate BancSystem (FIBK)	6.12%	★★★★★★
Farmers National Banc (FMNB)	5.29%	★★★★★★
Ennis (EBF)	6.01%	★★★★★★
Columbia Banking System (COLB)	5.46%	★★★★★★
Citizens & Northern (CZNC)	5.78%	★★★★★★

Click here to see the full list of 137 stocks from our Top US Dividend Stocks screener.

Let's explore several standout options from the results in the screener.

Fulton Financial (FULT)

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

Overview: Fulton Financial Corporation is a bank holding company for Fulton Bank, offering a range of banking and financial products and services in the United States, with a market cap of approximately $3.12 billion.

Operations: Fulton Financial Corporation generates its revenue primarily through its banking segment, which accounts for $1.23 billion.

Dividend Yield: 4.1%

Fulton Financial offers a reliable dividend yield of 4.14%, though slightly below the top tier in the US market. Its dividends have been stable and growing over the past decade, supported by a low payout ratio of 37.3%. Recent earnings growth and consistent net income improvements enhance dividend sustainability. Despite recent impairments, its share buyback program reflects confidence in its financial health, trading at a significant discount to estimated fair value enhances its appeal for value-focused investors.

• Click here to discover the nuances of Fulton Financial with our detailed analytical dividend report.
• Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, Fulton Financial's share price might be too pessimistic.

Lakeland Financial (LKFN)

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

Overview: Lakeland Financial Corporation, with a market cap of $1.44 billion, operates as the bank holding company for Lake City Bank, offering a range of banking products and services in the United States.

Operations: Lakeland Financial Corporation generates its revenue from the Financial Services segment, which amounts to $248.27 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.5%

Lakeland Financial provides a stable dividend of US$0.50 per share, with a yield of 3.49%, below the top tier in the US market. Its dividends have grown steadily over the past decade, supported by a payout ratio of 52.6%. Recent earnings growth and increased net interest income bolster its dividend coverage and sustainability. The company has completed a small share buyback, indicating financial confidence despite recent charge-offs impacting short-term performance.

• Navigate through the intricacies of Lakeland Financial with our comprehensive dividend report here.
• Our valuation report unveils the possibility Lakeland Financial's shares may be trading at a premium.

Preferred Bank (PFBC)

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

Overview: Preferred Bank offers a range of banking products and services to small and mid-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, real estate developers, professionals, and high net worth individuals, with a market cap of approximately $1.11 billion.

Operations: Preferred Bank generates its revenue primarily from its commercial banking operations, which amounted to $271.35 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.3%

Preferred Bank offers a stable dividend of US$0.75 per share, yielding 3.31%, which is below the top quartile in the US market. Its dividends have grown consistently over the past decade, supported by a low payout ratio of 29.9%, ensuring coverage and sustainability. Recent earnings show growth with net income rising to US$35.94 million for Q3 2025, alongside strategic share buybacks totaling US$6.77 million, reflecting financial strength despite recent charge-offs of US$1.6 million.

• Click to explore a detailed breakdown of our findings in Preferred Bank's dividend report.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Preferred Bank is trading behind its estimated value.

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