3 Dividend Stocks Offering Yields Up To 9.2%

Over the last 7 days, the United States market has risen by 2.1%, contributing to a 14% climb over the past year, with earnings forecasted to grow by 15% annually. In this favorable environment, dividend stocks that offer attractive yields can provide investors with both income and potential capital appreciation, making them a compelling choice for those seeking stability and growth in their portfolios.

Top 10 Dividend Stocks In The United States

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Heritage Commerce (HTBK)

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

Overview: Heritage Commerce Corp is the bank holding company for Heritage Bank of Commerce, offering a range of commercial and personal banking services in California, with a market cap of approximately $658.46 million.

Operations: Heritage Commerce Corp generates its revenue primarily from banking services, contributing $164.54 million, and factoring services, which add $9.54 million.

Dividend Yield: 4.9%

Heritage Commerce offers a stable dividend profile with its payments growing over the past decade and maintaining reliability. The current payout ratio of 76% suggests dividends are covered by earnings, though future coverage remains uncertain. Recent financials show net income growth to US$11.63 million for Q1 2025, supporting continued payouts. Despite executive changes, including Julianne Biagini-Komas as new Board Chair, the company maintains its strategic focus on shareholder value through consistent dividends and governance enhancements.

• Delve into the full analysis dividend report here for a deeper understanding of Heritage Commerce.
• Upon reviewing our latest valuation report, Heritage Commerce's share price might be too optimistic.

Ardmore Shipping (ASC)

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

Overview: Ardmore Shipping Corporation operates in the global seaborne transportation of petroleum products and chemicals, with a market cap of $416.40 million.

Operations: Ardmore Shipping Corporation generates revenue of $373.48 million from its operations in transporting refined petroleum products and chemicals worldwide.

Dividend Yield: 9.3%

Ardmore Shipping's dividend yield is among the top 25% in the US market, though its past payments have been volatile. The recent dividend of $0.05 per share reflects a payout ratio of 29.8%, indicating coverage by earnings despite declining financial performance, with Q1 2025 net income falling to US$6.25 million from US$39.24 million a year prior. Leadership changes are underway, with new CFO and COO appointments planned for mid-2025 and early 2026 respectively, potentially impacting future strategic direction.

• Take a closer look at Ardmore Shipping's potential here in our dividend report.
• In light of our recent valuation report, it seems possible that Ardmore Shipping is trading behind its estimated value.

Hershey (HSY)

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

Overview: The Hershey Company, along with its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells confectionery products and pantry items both in the United States and internationally, with a market cap of $35.75 billion.

Operations: Hershey's revenue is primarily derived from its North America Confectionery segment at $8.71 billion, followed by North America Salty Snacks at $1.14 billion, and International sales contributing $905.10 million.

Dividend Yield: 3.1%

Hershey's dividend payments have been stable and reliable for the past decade, with recent quarterly dividends of US$1.37 on Common Stock. Despite a lower yield compared to top-tier payers, its dividends are well-covered by earnings and cash flows, maintaining a payout ratio of 67.4%. Recent product innovations like the ONE x Hershey's protein bar may bolster future revenue streams, although current financials show declining net income from US$797.45 million to US$224.2 million year-over-year in Q1 2025.

• Dive into the specifics of Hershey here with our thorough dividend report.
• According our valuation report, there's an indication that Hershey's share price might be on the expensive side.

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